Tired

[Gardeningd]

I joined this group months ago. Been dealing with depression my whole life and I’m just tired. It’s gotten to the point where nothing works some days

I’m on meds and counseling.

I work outside in my yard and that helps but today is bad

[Catsamaze ADAA Volunteer]

Some days are nearly unbearable. With me it’s this overwhelming fatigue that seems to strike out nowhere. I’ve heard from a lot of people that gardening is one of the best things you can do to partially ease that emotional pain. I’m too lazy for that I guess. Does it help you?

[Gardeningd in reply to Catsamaze]

Yes it helps but it was raining today and I woke up with an upset stomach so I took something and ended up sleeping all day which doesn’t help. The fatigue is new to me. I’ve faught this all my life and now I’m 62 so my body isn’t like it use to be so harder for me To stay busy. Part of the problem is this new fatigue

[Mamatired in reply to Gardeningd]

I’m sorry to hear this. It sounds really tough and like quite the journey. If you don’t mind me switching gears tho, could you tell me about what you’re gardening? I’ve been learning how to garden and have planted a few things myself. I’d love to hear about what you’ve planted !!

[Gardeningd in reply to Mamatired]

I play with flowers mostly but last year I did broccoli. It did really wellI moved in with my boyfriend and his yard needed a lot of work. I have roses,

Hydrangeas, lillies, spider plants, boganvillia. Lots of stuff. My grandmother and mother loved working in the yard so I guess I inherited it

[Mamatired in reply to Gardeningd]

Aw that sounds lovely!!! Hydrangeas are gorgeous

[Gardeningd in reply to Catsamaze]

I’m sorry for your depression. I wouldn’t wish this on my worst enemy. Thank God I have a supportive boyfriend otherwise I don’t know where I would be

[Hidden in reply to Gardeningd]

Yes. That is wonderful that you have a loving and supportive boyfriend. Not everyone has that! Some days are just bad. Regarding the fatigue have you seen your Dr about it? It could be your thyroid. Everything changes around as we get older lots of the changes have to do with hormonal shifts. You might find there is a physical reason for your fatigue and get it taken care of!

[Gardeningd in reply to Hidden]

It’s not my thyroid and bloodwork always Comes back ok

I’ve had cancer, thyroid surgery and a massive heart attack so I’m sure that doesn’t help my overall health but thx for the recommendation

[Hidden in reply to Gardeningd]

That is a lot to handle! I’m sorry things have been so difficult recently.

[2bluee]

Im 28 and have been dealing with depression/anxiety since i can remember. Ive done the natural holistic way, meds way, therapy, groups,etc.i feel like its a cycle where we have to find new ways to treat it. Sometimes gardening, for you, im sure some days cures it and you feel 10 times better and then some days youre literally just going through the motions waiting to feel better.. am i right?

[Gardeningd in reply to 2bluee]

Yes u r very right. I’ve been dealing with this all my life too and I’m 62. It’s seems to have gotten worse lately

I don’t know if it’s age but I know it’s awful

I’ve tried just about everything too

[2bluee]

Im sorry youre going through this too. I wish I had more advice but I feel the exact same way right now ;(

[Lin1944]

I am nearly 77 and for the last 4 months I have been really bad with depression. One day I will feel fine and the next day at Rock Bottom. In U.K. the only way you can see a therapist is a phone Consultation. I don’t want that. I feel as if I can’t cope anymore. Maybe the Virus and being isolated from friends and family has brought this on. I feel so unhappy. I have a supportive Husband and we go for a walk as often as we can. I wonder if I need need to change my medication Duloxetine 90 mg as been on it for 9 years.Any advice appreciated xx

[b1b1b1]

I have tried duloxetine, and it did not do anything for me.

[Tara52]

I am sorry you are feeling so bad. I always have a hard time getting our od bed in the am. I have to have my prayer time first. Do you have people you interact with on a daily basis? I don't . My 2 sons live very far away. I am glad you enjoy gardening. It is too hot here in Florida for me to garden.Well I wish I could cheer you up.🙃😅I have to make my mind to be grateful and try to expect that God has good things ahead for me today!😉😁 Many blessings to you!🌻💗