Fatigue and depression

[Sketchy]

I feel like I'm not able to function properly. I'm hiding away in bed a lot and I continually feel exhausted.
I want to get tasks done and work into my art etc, but I have zero energy.
It's getting ridiculous. Feeling low too.

I don't know how to get out of this or how to make things better. I have an appointment with my OT in under two weeks, but I don't see it helping.

Feeling triggered too.

I don't see or know how to change things and it's leaving me feel like a bad worthless person. Horrible waste of space.

Would appreciate any advice.

[Pi.R^2]

I'm sorry you're struggling so much; I follow your RV and it sounds as though it's very frustrating to very much want to be doing things, but to feel too low to do them.

It's difficult, but you need to be easier on yourself. When your mood is low it can be so hard to do anything and what you really need is some praise when you manage the little things, rather than berating yourself for not being able to do more.

Are you on any medication? Perhaps a review of that would be worthwhile at this point.

What about choosing a small and manageable task for each day over the next week? Something that you do want to do, but that isn't overwhelming. Perhaps if you reduce the expectation and pressure on yourself, that might help.

I'm sorry I don't have anything particularly useful to suggest, but I'm sending hugs!

[Sketchy]

Thanks Jenna.

I am on medication. I think my meds will eventually be getting changed if my prolactin levels don't lower from the risperidone. I've to get blood tests next month about that. My next psych appointment isn't until December, but I guess I can discuss it with my OT even if if does feel pointless.

You're right. Small tasks would be better. I'll try setting small goals. Tonight I'm going to life drawing, so I am getting out today.

[~SuNsHiNe~]

sorry to hear you're having a difficult time atm. Im not in the best place myself so dont have the words but please know Im thinking of you and sending big hugs

[yoyogirl]

How about changing your location, staying close to your bed can you feel very unmotivated as your brain is associating your surroundings with feeling sleepy and exhausted. So the way you change is by associating your bed with sleep only. If you relax chill, use the lounge so that keeps your brain thinking I have got out bed. Then start of by writing down what you need to accomplish and then each accomplishment you have done reward yourself. Avoid rewarding yourself with food as this can lead a cycle where you associate every activity you done with chocolate bar. Next thing you know you've gained.
Then if you a ready for small walk round the block, when I was extremely low I couldn't make a book or any kind of distraction activity so I listen to music as that was easier and popped on something semi interesting semi mindless.
I also found that I stopped wearing clothes that made me feel it's bed time. It also depends on if you are on medication that makes you feel tired, I was on medication that made me tired that I couldn't stand up and because of my disability I wasn't safe in the public and at home with stairs, using the kettle or and making dinner for myself. So I kept myself safe by sticking to the lounge and eventually the feeling passed.

[Sketchy]

Thank you sunshine. I appreciate that.

Thank you yoyo. That makes sense. I should try sitting in the living room more instead of hiding in my room. You are right about that.
Yes, I think medication makes me tired too.

I made it out today. I very nearly cancelled because I was so exhausted, but I'm glad I didn't. I went to life drawing and got lots of drawings done that I'm pleased with and actually felt excited being there and basically was in the zone!

I know tomorrow will be hard, because when I have these short bursts of energy I end up suffering for it for ages. My sister is trying to get me to go to Asda with her tomorrow. It's not too far and we always get a taxi back so I'll try that as one of my goals.

[yoyogirl]

It's also about knowing your body and see what you can handle. I know I can handle things in short bursts at times however I don't retain information that way, so introduce colour to my calendar so I can remember things. The note book I have for k240 mental health course is the same colour I use in my diary and calendar and my work calendar is different colour so I can't muddle them up. It makes sense for all appointments, to do lists and everything you do in daily life.

[Sketchy]

Thanks yoyo. That makes a lot of sense.

[Sketchy]

Thanks for the advice Rosenda.

[planemo]

I've been suffering from fatigue for years. I'm not sure what the cause is but it could be related to my meds. I suggest trying to exercise. I know this sounds counter productive but it helps fight fatigue in the long run.

Also if you're depressed it might mean you spend too much time indoors, like me. Getting a good amount of sunshine can help a lot as well. Try to keep a daily schedule if you can, and try to make sure your mind is focused on some activity rather than on your fatigue.

[Sketchy]

Thanks planemo.

[Sketchy]

Thanks Ackee. I’m already on three meds, so I have to be careful what I take.