Struggling - Would like support

[Minty004]

Hi! I'm new. I joined yesterday. I looked around a bit. It was helpful. Tonight I am struggling. I've had low energy from depression all day. Right now I'm trying to prepare a meal. I heated up the rice. But I don't want to heat up the beans. It's too much work. I don't have the energy. I just want to use cream of chicken soup on my rice. I'll put it on without heating it. Every day there's a struggle of some sort. Can you relate? What do you do? Thanks.

[MotherOfDoggos]

Don’t worry Minty, you’re not alone. I feel like that when I’m in a depressive state. There were times when I just didn’t eat because I couldn’t get off the couch. Going to the bathroom was as much as I could handle.

I think it’s important to remember that this is all part of depression, and every step you take is a win. Don’t beat yourself up for what you can’t do, celebrate what you did do. You didn’t NOT heat the beans. You DID make yourself a meal. You felt like crap, you’re exhausted, but you did it anyway. Caring for your body is a win. I’m proud of you. You’re getting through this one challenge at a time, and you’ll continue to do get through it until things feel brighter. Every time you get up is a win, every post you make for help is a win, every meal and every shower and every bill you pay is a win.

You might not feel it now, but you’ve got this. I’m on the sidelines cheering for you.

[Minty004 in reply to MotherOfDoggos]

Thank you for saying that. It helps so much. It helps remind of all the little victories I had today.

[Stilltrying2]

Hi Minty004,

Welcome to the group. There are many here on similar journeys. You are not alone. I agree with MotherOfDoggos, small victories every day matter. Every little win counts as progress and they really do add up. Please reach out here any time you need to. You have virtual friends here willing to listen, share their stories, and offer encouragement.

[Minty004]

I'm feeling the support. Thank you so much. I felt inspired to create this.

A motivating image of the word support.

[jackiesj]

Minty, there are so many reasons of low fatigue or no energy.Im wondering what docs have said about checking labs, fibro, thyroid etc? I have MS myself but home life is the biggest stressor now. Putting stress on yourself for something you cant do anything about is not fair to yourself. You are unique, you still have many talents and aabilities ..even if you lay in bed.Others are right..each movemnet thought you may give to others, a poem etc is a win. get steam meals to plop in microwave. i know i get even more depleted when i can be fed properly.drinking gatorade etc is also needed. My one friend a town away gave me tips and i didnt feel so alone. Here at this site there are others who truely care. i know what a dark whole is..i know what microwave rice and add a pudding to it for a week is...YOU ARE WORTH SO MUCH.

[Minty004 in reply to jackiesj]

Thank you! I've had labs done several times and everything comes back normal. I see the doctor again in two weeks. I'll ask for more labs just to be sure nothing has changed. I have a little energy tonight. I am trying to get caught up on my to-do list. I haven't slept yet. I figure I'll sleep once the sun comes up. I just have to get stuff done. I'll feel better about myself.