Can't get any enjoyment out of anything

[Lost_in_life]

My anxiety and depression has gotten me to that point once again -- the point where I can't get enjoyment out of anything out of anything that I usually like to do. I know I should "just do" something until it distracts me... but I'm at that point again where all I can do is think about how pointless it all is. I hate it when I get like this. It feels like it makes the anxiety and depression all the more worse.

[mvillarreal]

I'm sorry your going through this right now. Do you take medication by chance? Let me know if there's anything I can do to help.

[Lost_in_life in reply to mvillarreal]

Thanks. Yes, I'm on the generic versions of Abilify and Lamictal. I guess I'm just looking for any advice on how others overcome this feeling -- the feeling of loosing interest in everything. I'm at the point where I either have to just force myself to do something or just watch TV and/or nap.

[Gilbertina in reply to Lost_in_life]

I force myself to do exercise and some days it is like dragging a weight behind me. But i do it anyway as i know thru the years the exercise has helped me not drop more or for longer periods of time. I also will volunteer so it gets me from concentrating on myself but on someone else. I also go to nature to remind myself that the birds dont worry about things like we do. If u have running streams or an ocean nearby the waves just happily numb my brain into peace by its hypnotic back and forth sounds. Dont give up. Put on your boxing gloves and get mad to motivate you. Lol...just a few ideas.

[Lost_in_life in reply to Gilbertina]

Thanks. I WISH I had running streams or an ocean nearby! :-> I keep hearing that volunteering is good therapy. I have no idea what I'd volunteer for or what's nearby. I'm in a situation where I feel like I need to stick to home to look after my Dad... although he's fairly independent and doesn't really need me for much other than cooking. Ugh! Unemployment is driving me crazy...

[Gilbertina in reply to Lost_in_life]

Most places have soup kitchens where u can serve food....what about puzzles with your dad or by yourself? They really make u focus and give the brain a boost! I am several hours from the ocean so cant go that often but moving air us also good. I have sat in front of a big fan and just let it move thru me for 10 minutes! Try also a citrus scented cream...it is an energizing smell. Take care. Did u exercise today?

[Lost_in_life in reply to Gilbertina]

Thanks. I've been good about exercising for the last couple of days. I've had to opt for the treadmill the last two days due to threats of rain, so I haven't gotten much sunshine. As for puzzles, they've never really interested me, plus my cat would wreak havoc with them! ;-> I wish I could get back into the stuff I usually enjoy... but I just can't seem to. I guess what I really should be doing is try to "re-educate" myself in my so-called field. It's just overwhelming as to where to start.

[mvillarreal in reply to Lost_in_life]

Have you ever thought about joining a club or group? Whether it be a book club, a religious/spiritual/secular organization, or something else like that, it might be a first step to making some connections, at least.

[mvillarreal in reply to mvillarreal]

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