Feeling stuck

[simpleasvat]

I'm feeling sad and stuck. I can't seem to stay present sometimes. I am trying so hard for my wife and kids and when I feel overwhelmed I don't know how to be strong for them.

[Hidden]

Hi and welcome among friends! Boy, do I hear you loud and clear. It is so incredibly hard to un-stick ourselves once we get stuck. It's almost like someone lathered us with a super glue-like substance and stuck us to the wall.

[simpleasvat in reply to Hidden]

Thanks, it's helpful to know other people can relate.

[tofler]

I can relate to what you're saying as I'm feeling sad and stuck at the moment as well. I'm just trying to remind myself that any tiny steps I can take in the right direction each day, will add up over time and will make a difference, but it takes time. Do you have anyone you can talk to about how you're feeling? Over the last few days I've been spending too much time sitting around (or lying around), ruminating and feeling useless. It's so easy to do this when I'm having a really down day, even though I know that what I'm doing isn't helping me! Some days I just find it too difficult to get moving and seem to have no energy and zero motivation. The less I do, the worse I feel, it's like a vicious circle, or a downwards spiral. I'm hoping for a better day today and I'm hoping that writing down some of my thoughts here, might make a difference.

[simpleasvat in reply to tofler]

I always make sure I turn some lights on, open curtains, get some air flowing in the house. It seems to make a difference

[tofler in reply to simpleasvat]

Can you make it outside for a short walk at all? Apparently walking for 10 minutes every day can make a gradual difference to how we're feeling. It's a daily goal that I've set for myself, but I don't always manage to do it.

[catch_the_music]

It is easy to get distracted these days. My wife and I like to read a book together. That way we keep our minds focused. Find activities that you all like - that requires your attention. Toss a ball around in a circle and share something funny. Make it a game. Pray together. Just some ideas. Good luck!