I think I’m starting to get depressed

[Starrlight]

Slept 4 extra hours have brain fog am so anxious along with a few recent ptsd triggers that I think im slipping into depression. I think nature has always helped but I can’t get out right now, too overwhelming. What can I do?

[Hope4me1]

So sorry you’re feeling this way. Starrlight. I have been there many times and at my worst I try to be grateful, journal, talk to a close friend, tell myself I’ll come up out of this as I’ve done so many times before, meditate, listen to enlightening podcasts, breathe deep and tell yourself it’s ok.

I hope you know we all struggle at times and I’m here if you would like to chat. 💕😊

[Starrlight in reply to Hope4me1]

Thanks I guess I’m worried the brain fog will not end and I will be homeschooling this next year and I need to at some point prepare for it. I just quit drinking and I think this readjusting could end soon, hopefully.

[Starrlight in reply to Hope4me1]

Thanks for being here!!!

[XoxoFaith]

Iam here for you friend remember it will pass we just have our days where we feel worse than others it’s ok you will get better

[Starrlight in reply to XoxoFaith]

Thank you!!!

[AnxiousSilver]

"I think nature has always hee we lord but I can’t get out right now, too overwhelming. What can I do? "

How about watching a relaxing nature video on Youtube (there's plenty of those out there), and being by an open window if you can, while watching the video?

The outside air would be good for you while watching the vid.

[Starrlight in reply to AnxiousSilver]

Good ideas, thank you!!!

[Nothing_but_books]

I loved AnxiousSilver's suggestion. I miss nature too, and find comfort in my pictures. Here's one for you from a favorite documentary.

The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill

[Starrlight in reply to Nothing_but_books]

Awww thank you!!!

[Whorn in reply to Nothing_but_books]

nice bet in real life its breath taking

[CL3V3R-G1RL]

I journal my worries and fears. Then I journal all the great stuff I did. I watch funny TikTok videos or sitcoms. Or read poetry to my dog 😂

[Starrlight in reply to CL3V3R-G1RL]

Niiiiiice. Thanks for the tips. Awesome tips.

[Mrspjsmom]

Take care of yourself right now. Can you manage to step just outside your door without feeling overwhelmed? I sit or stand on the deck when I let the dog out. Even in the middle of winter. If that's too much can you look out the window or perhaps find nature photos or videos to look at? I'll send you one. Let me know if you want another. I know how important nature is to you.

Florida photo

[Starrlight in reply to Mrspjsmom]

You really get it. Right now it’s hard to go out but yes stepping out to look around my yard will def help. Thanks for the awesome tip.

[Mrspjsmom in reply to Starrlight]

When you do picture me standing on my deck in my boots, pajamas, and winter coat. The neighbors probably think I'm mad. I'm sure I make quite the sight! When you do if you don't laugh I hope you at least smile. HUGS ❤️

[Starrlight in reply to Mrspjsmom]

I chuckled and a big smile. U r so cute! ❤️

[Starrlight in reply to Mrspjsmom]

I’m outside! It feels great! I’m in front of my mint and lemon balm plants. I think I’ll pick some and make a soothing tea. Come over! ;p

[Mrspjsmom in reply to Starrlight]

Great idea making tea. So glad I made you smile and chuckle. Now just keep stepping out for a bit when you need to. Trust me it helps alot.

[Whorn in reply to Mrspjsmom]

mad is ok