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I feel dead today. I can't think or feel anything. I have been sitting in my chair all day trying to think what to do next but nothing comes. I wish my body could fall asleep to avoid not feeling anything but it isn't able to sleep during the daytime. This is ironic because normally I would want to sleep to avoid any feelings. I don't know the way out of this.
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That sounds so hard! I have had days, weeks like this.
The last thing I want to do when I am like that is go for a walk or get up and do something different than what I am doing but I tell you that for me it really helps. If you can get up and do something else like get some food you really enjoy (even if you feel you can't taste it or enjoy it) take a shower or bath, walk outside etc etc. I know this stuff seems stupid but it really can help.
Wow, it was a tough day yesterday. One that I have not experienced in years. I struggled with it some this morning and went back to bed for several hours. Now, it is just coming in waves.

Summer, I think you hit the nail on the head with the changes I am planning with my therapy. I am discounting the amount of stress this is causing me. I am trying to pinpoint a thought or an emotion so that I can process whatever it is that is creating this depression. I took your advice and sent an email to my T. I thought it might help just knowing she knew how I was feeling.

Turtle, your suggestions are excellent. It is good advice to try doing the opposite of feelings. I pulled out a cookie recipe but lacked the energy to make them. It never occurred to me to go outside. I used to know this stuff but for some reason, I had NO good ideas yesterday.

scars09, I am glad your friend could help you. Thank you for sharing your experience with me. I couldn't think of a friend or what I would say if I called them so I sent the email to my T and when she responded several hours later, she guided me in what to do if this feeling doesn't abate.

poppet, it's okay if you have nothing more to say. It is helpful to know you are thinking of me!

deeplyrooted

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