Still in bed

[IheartDogs]

It's 1pm and I'm still in bed. Even though I'm not working today, I feel so guilty about this, because I have lots to do. And I probably won't get up for at least another 1-2 hours. It's a mixture of fatigue, laziness, avoidance and depression that keeps me in bed. I'd like to not feel so bad about myself when this happens. Can anyone else relate? How do you manage?

[MariaLove123]

I haven’t gotten up yet either! This happens to me a lot. I’m on my couch watching tv and I feel bad because my fiancé and I planned to run errands. I’m avoiding the topic. I just want to lay here. You’re not alone at all. A lot of people do this and feel this way. Maybe move to the couch? You can sit outside for a few minutes. If you have a small chore, maybe make that your goal. I like to write about how I’m feeling and it makes me feel like I released some bad energy. I hope you feel better. We’re here for you 🤗

[IheartDogs in reply to MariaLove123]

Thanks so much for your reply, it made me feel a lil better 👍 Great idea, I'll move to the couch and then focus on getting a small task done. Your words are greatly appreciated! I hope the rest of your day goes well😊

[MariaLove123 in reply to IheartDogs]

Awww you’re so welcome! I love that you’re moving to the couch. It’s the weekend. Think of it as relaxing from the week. Hugs 🤗

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I do this too, sometimes you need to just give yourself a break and rest.

[Charleigh1990]

Yesterday I pulled a sicky from work and let my dad take my daughter for the day. I just slept on and off all day. It was my 2nd wedding anniversary and my husband was at work. I got up in the evening and went out for dinner came back and went back to bed. I absolutely hate myself for it! It’s not the first tome and won’t be the last but I look at everything that’s going on around me and I’ve come to terms with the fact sometimes you just need a time out no matter how selfish. Today I’ve done some cleaning and just about to work up the courage to do the washing up. Small tasks one by one.

Good luck get some rest and get yourself back on track 😊👍

[IheartDogs]

Thanks for sharing your experience, Charleigh. It's funny bc I've also told people to give themselves permission to rest but when it comes to myself, the rules are more strict. You reminded me again that I deserve to rest and I don't have to beat myself up over it. And I did accomplish a lot this week. Happy 2nd anniversary! Hope you have a great rest of the day 😊

[hypercat54]

Hi why do you have to always be doing something to feel good about yourself? Rest and recreation is an essential part of life and everyone vegs out sometimes when they are not working. You have recharged your batteries which is what time off is for. So stop feeling guilty for goodness sake! x

[Angelfox2002]

You are definitely not alone, we all want to be AND think we are Superwoman - a fictional character we model ourselves after if we're not so drawn to Barbie I guess - excuse my humor, I try to look on the bright side if possible! But I can guarantee that if you feel bad about it, you MUCH needed and deserved a break! We all go through random hormonal energy shifts that are not our fault and fighting them every SINGLE time becomes way too exhausting - sometimes we need to just own and enjoy some extra rest!

[IheartDogs in reply to Angelfox2002]

Thank you for your words!! They really help🤗

[Unclebuck455]

You're not alone. I do this too. I feel bad about being "lazy" and bot doing things I need to do. My therapist says there is no such thing as being lazy. Did I tell you she is now my favorite therapist? Seriously, don't get down on yourself about it. Enjoy it. Just like being on a diet, you will slip and eat some junk food. Don't punish yourself for it but enjoy it, then pick up where you left off. My therapist says that being "lazy" is a freeze response. I just want to emphasize you shouldn't be hard on yourself. We'll get there. If you need help, I'm here.

[IheartDogs in reply to Unclebuck455]

Thank you very much for this validation, it makes me feel a lot better.

[Purplebiker]

I stayed on the couch sleeping the day away. I just got out of the shower at 6pm.i decided to clean the bathroom after that. I need the rest especially after being so anxiety ridden. That is exhausting and then working full time on top of that. Ugh. We just need to rest sometimes