Really small achievements with depression thread

[Springwillsaveme]

I have moderate depression. I wanted a space to celebrate my small wins this last 2 weeks. And they are small.

I've showered nearly every day.
I've brushed my teeth every day although sometimes still later in the day than I should.
I've walked for 5 mins most days, not all.
I walked for ten minutes on Saturday in the sunshine and twice today.
I have managed a PIP and ESA telephone interview.
I have kept on top of washing, washing up and vacuuming.
I have made the odd meal, porridge, scrambled eggs etc to try and get some nutrients.

I am still

• sleeping too much as a respite from the numbness and sadness
• drinking alcohol too regularly
• eating less than great mostly
• isolating myself from friends and family

What small wins have you had lately?

Great idea for thread @Springwillsaveme . Well done on your achievements. Sounds like a lot, honestly!

My small win is managing to talk so people know the issue, rather than hiding away.

Well done op, you’ve made some great wins there, are you caring for anyone else as well? Self care is always the last thing I can manage when I have others who need my energy (both physical and mental), the priority always goes to dc which I know is wrong and you’re supposed to put your own gas mask on first etc

Well done OP x

That's a lot of great wins!

I did some gardening today, leaving the house felt good

Well done OP, it’s good to acknowledge any successes when we are struggling.
I had a bath, did some washing and washing up and had two meals today. Also did some mindful colouring. That’s progress for me.

Well done! That’s pretty brilliant.

And well done to the other people too.

I know how flippin hard and difficult it is.

I have rested today as I feel so so tired from various things and a big setback. It feels like kindness to myself.