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Days when it's too much

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MyPinkTraybake · 22/09/2025 18:52

I think the main thing for me is feeling unappreciated. It just wears me down and make me feel really sad.

I've been starting to think about ways that I can appreciate myself but it's a work in progress!

I also didn't sleep very well this weekend.

I also feel just out of sorts - like I'm living a life that I don't know how I got here. I think this is depression?

I was very low for large parts of last year due to work related stress. This has gotten better this year with a different job but I wonder if I'm just used to being stressed all the time.

For what feels like a long time I've been wondering what next in life, probably for about a decade to be honest, but I put it aside to focus on financial security with what seemed like the best path at the time. I don't know how I can be 45 and feel like I still don't know what I'm meant to be doing or where I'm meant to be heading. But I also feel optimistic that there could be an exciting chapter in front of me - I just don't know in what direction or what I want to do and don't have financial means to take sudden leaps.

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iamnotalemon · 22/09/2025 23:40

I’m sorry to hear you are struggling at the moment - a lack of sleep won’t help with anything.

I’m sure someone will be along with some advice but I wanted to let you know you’re not alone in your feelings.

TFICoffeetime · 24/09/2025 13:57

Just sending you thoughts.
You sound so caring & articulate, you will find a way to love yourself.
Bumping this. Trying something new & brave, I think helps. It could be dance, daily walks, gardening or something totally different to what you would ever do. See birthdays as you treating yourself & celebrating you. Buy yourself a massage, spa day, or look at finding a travel buddy to do a weekend away or a trip somewhere you have never been.
Bumping so hopefully more response. ❤️

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