Too tired to finish tasks

hi cornell. i can safely say, we all hear ya. it can be a very debilitating condition and we understand. i break down stuff into tasks that i know i can get done. set yourself a goal for the day. today i will aim to...........know that we are here for you. i send many positive thoughts. i too am totally wiped out. sleep issues / medical issues.

Hey C...Most of us understand exactly what you're going through.  I've been struggling with shingles in my eye for about 4 months (yep) in addition to multiple serious CP issues.  I've no doubt that depression and fatigue stroll hand in hand with CP, though not exclusive.  I too, am so DOWN physically and emotionally, I've told my husband that I can't get my "give a crap" about things back.  I've just had my Zoloft increased to 150 mg daily.  I'd started Zoloft in 1998 and it was a miracle for me.  Strangely, the dermatologist who was treating me for hives (I was ripping my skin) said "You need medication!"  He was right.

My only advice is don't give in to the fatigue.  It will consume you.  Try to remain active in some way (large or small).  I look at tasks as "projects" that can be completed in "increments of time".  That's my new normal. 

Hugs~~Dixie

Myself, you have what I have! LOL.

Seriously thiugh, I appreciate the feed back guys. I have had severe depression for almost 6 months and the last three months have really been debilitating. I have been literally sleeping around the clock and lay in bed for weeks on end.

I am taking celexa and while my anxiety has subsided a little, my depression is in full force. Keep me in your prayers and thank you for your support!

Ps not sure if you noticed my post (made an attempt to lighten things up at the end of it) but thanks for being good sports and not kicking me out of here. I really laughed hard at myself and really felt good for a second. God bless you all!

Dixie

Thanks for your words.... You're right, I have got to be active in some way or the other. If only I could get my motivation to want to be active. It's like what you said, I am going to have to force myself.

I have health anxiety over my heart so it makes it that much harder.

I will keep you posted on my progress. Thanks again!

Trina

I needed that! Thanks so much. And I love the quote!!!! Move the muscles and the mind will follow. I think I am going to write that down on paper and post it everywhere in my house as encouragement! I will keep you posted!

Hey Superdan

Thanks for the response... Yes I am on celexa 30 mg day. I am going to talk to my doctor tomorrow about maybe increasing my dose. My anxiety has improved but the depression has not.

Had a good evening tonight. Actually cleaned the house and finished! Had a boost of energy that came out of nowhere.

Still haven't made it back to work... I own a business and I have been so blessed to have my wife and her dad take over until I get to feeling better.

I am normally on the anxiety board... I have noticed how polite and encouraging the people here are. I will keep in touch with you all from time to time. Thanks so much for having me!

God bless!

Cornell

Hi Cornell,

Welcome to the depression forum...

Pop in any time!!!

Hugs, Karen...

I find it very hard to finish stuff. Some of it is because I am older and some is due to pain problems. I just want to read all the time or work on the computer or watch tv. Today I had to go out and buy some groceries and then I cleaned the kitchen.

Also worked on my new telephone book and answered some email. I find when it gets dark I can't do much. I get up quite early but am quite tired by 2 or 3 pm.

Now I have to finish cleaning the living room, do a wash, pick up books from the library, stop by the pharmacy. This week am taking a driving class to reduce my insurance bill. Also MUST swim on Monday night.

This seems like a great deal to me but it isn't really that much compared to what I used to do.

best wishes to all in our struggle to GET WELL.

getting by said...
We do what we can Joan. One day at a time. I am lucky if I vacuum and do the dishes each day. But I keep trying, and try not to let it get me down...

Hang in there...

Hugs, Karen...

Hi Cilly!!!

Hi Everybody!!!

Hi Karen!
vaccum....oh no i just hate that one ....never did dishes in like 3days ..me so bad ~how can i even start stuff ..i am worried :cry

I try not to "take a day off" because I fall so far behind. Also I keep a list of all my "things to do". Today I balanced my checkbook, finished the defensive driving class, went shopping, went to the library.

Have lots to do tomorrow. Think growing old makes you tired (lol).

best wishes,