Quote From: derevna33 I have survived major depressions for years. I edited the word "battled" out of that sentence because it is not something I have overcome, I have been forced to terms with it because it is always there. ( I will spare you the details)
My first episode sent me to the mental hospital, and the psyche tech informed me that I "wasn't as crazy as I felt. That sent me off in a long fit of crying. In those days, something that small would have that effect. Nowadays, I force myself to start off with a realistic attitude and GET OUT of bed! That isn't as easy as it sounds. At first, that was all I could do. Then I had to force myself to take my medication, shower, dress for my busy day, do my hair, and tidy my bedroom. Feed the goldfish. Check the philodendrons.
It sounds a little odd that doing the everyday things will help, but that is how big battles are won--with a victorious little skirmish with yourself.
Oh no! I truly get it! I mean, I've slacked off a little, mind you, but I get it. You know what the worst part of the day is? Brushing my teeth. I think I've killed my plant, though. Went through an episode where I neglected it for about three weeks, and now I'm back to giving it water, but it doesn't want to come back.
I have a cat, too. I find she really comes in handy when it comes to 'daily responsibilities.' Not like a plant at all - actually gives ME attention. My bedrooms clean, but I've neglected to make the bed. Figure I'll clean the litterbox tomorrow ...
You know what I've learned over time, though? It's not that I do EVERYTHING. It's that I do SOMETHING.
