Feelin' Low

That's all, not in floods of tears as sometimes, but very low in motivation. Have only been out of the house when absolutely necessary since before Christmas. Work (only work 2 days per week, had a day off sick and a day off as not needed for staff training), food shopping (I think 4 times) running kids to music or whatever.

Fed up really, as I was doing so well this winter.

Unfortunately, I’m in the same boat – particularly unmotivated. I’ve barely been out since Christmas either, and cannot face returning to college yet.

On the plus side, we both know that things will start to improve soon.

Hang in there and take care.

x

I was gonna say the same thing as Aaron.

We just dont realise that kids and work, take all our energy. It takes our mood and time to realise that we are not doing things (like a special hobby) that we want to do. Our mood then keeps us low and unmotivated.

I suppose I need to force motivation upon myself in order for motivation to blossom. Take the bull by the horns and try it - no excuses chuck, youve got nothing to lose.

At this time, we need to fight the brain and try to join in a club. Exercise is brilliant, go for a lovely walk, take up Yoga or something you really enjoy - perhaps a massage for something. It will make you feel better. Having time for yourself is the best thing you can do to give you a lift.

You are a special person PI, dont lose sight of that, you need special treats too.

Oh gosh, dont I go on. Just want you to feel better flower.

Hope it helps

Me x

Hi mate sorry you are feeling so low...

We really need to get together for a chat next week.

Unfortunately I am feeling the same. I have to go to work 5 days and if I didn't go to work I wouldn't go out at all. But I know this is my worst time so I guess I knew it was coming.

Take care and hope to see you soon

Sending you lots of hugs xxx

PurpleIvy, you are always here with support. Wishing you well clive

PurpleIvy, so sorry to hear you're having a tough time. It does sound like you have a busy life. Be sure to take time to do something special for yourself... 'cause you deserve it! Sometimes I find that's really what I need as a "pick-me-up" -- to take the time to do something I really enjoy.

I'd like to say that I'm glad you're here with us. You've been a big help to me, personally, and I'm sure a lot of others feel the same.

Thinking of you.

*hugs*!

Hi PurpleIvy,

I totally understand how you and some of you others are feeling. I too have been feeling low and unmotivated especially after fracturing my toe and not being able to run which I feel really helps. Also my carb cravings are big and my wasteline is expanding! I feel I need a holiday and kinda don't want anything to do with my friends or partner. Its certainly is SAD!!!! Yes good luck at the Doctors xxx

Thanks for the Rum Baba Aaron and the E-hug! Not sure about rum babas really, not too big a fan of cream cakes.

Thanks everyone else for the support too.

You bu@@er! And there you are crowing about it too. Where are you? Cote D'Azur I suppose if the fish soup is good!

Purpleivy - no not quite Cote d'Azur. Further west - between Avignon and Nimes.

It was a treat because my health has only just cleared up enough to travel. The weather was bright and mild for those few days, and the sun brought out freckles!

Yep - fish soup amazing.

Hope this finds you well .. x

Yes, freckles. I haven't seen them for years - I think it is the repair of the immune system.

There is a confident brightness in the spring weather that brings certain relief.

Have a good day :-)

Feeling low again, staying off work today. First time this winter.

I think the main reason is that there has simply been too much happening and I haven't had any quiet time.

Hope you two start to feel better soon, be patient with yourselves. Just remember tomorrow is a new day and hopefully will be a better/ brighter one x