How to clean when depressed?

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I'm looking for tips on how to clean when depressed. I have over 2 weeks worth of washing up etc to do :(

I use the timer thing too. Am so impressed OP. Sounds like you’ve got loads done today.

I’ve been there too with depression- as much as you can’t be arsed doing it, I do think It’s good for your mental health to try and keep tidy, or certainly it was for me.

Set a timer for 15 minutes- pick a room and work only for those 15 minutes, but as fast as you can. Grab a bin bag and bin anything that needs it, do the dishes, or a quick hoover- you can force yourself to do anything for 15 minutes. Then reward yourself with a cup of tea. Repeat again find you have the energy. I tried to do 3 x 15 minute blasts a day when i was at my worst.

My darling mum died two weeks ago now. To say I couldn't care less about Christmas or prep is an understatement.

My dear and precious DH sent me off with my friend for a coffee three days ago, and when I got back EVERYTHING had been done. Floors mopped, vacuuming done, beds changed, bathroom cleaned, driveway swept and so on.

I actually burst into tears. He knew I had no interest in doing much. He is a diamond.

BTW he does help around the house, but this was different. House neglected bigly during mum's last illness.

I am very sad of course, but at least the fact that the house is presentable is helping.

I hope you will be OK my love, sounds like you are getting there. Wish you well.

Back to the box of tissues with me now. Grief comes in waves.

Well done , you've done loads , I hope you are feeling a bit better xx