I hate my life!

I only post here occasionally, so I really don't know you well. My heart does go out to you. I think when we are feeling down it can rob us of motivation. I don't work outside the home so I know it is important not to keep myself isolated. Each day I have to plan an activity to get me outdoors. I'm a walker and that has helped with my energy level and lifting my spirits. It is also a great stress reducer.

Planning to do lunch with friends during the week gives me an opportunity to laugh and have some fun. Finding something you truly love to do like read, paint, write, decorate...whatever, is an outlet for frustration.

You are important, so take some time to pamper yourself...you do so much for others. You deserve to do something fun for yourself....indulge...you are worth it :)

Hugs, Robin

Hey Lynnwood. I'm sorry you have a case of the lazys. The following may not apply to you, but I figured it's something you should consider. Several years ago when I was only on plaquenil and trying different antidepressants, I would be in bed unable to do anything. I came to the conclusion that if I would lie there thinking of all the things I wanted to do, then lupus was causing my total inactivity. If I would lie there and didn't want to do anything at all, then depression was the culprit.

That being said, I know you're not lazy. As a matter of fact, you are one of the most active lupies I know. Perhaps your body is telling you that you still need to take it easy. I think you should keep some spoons in reserve a little while longer. You'll know when it's time to be more active. Love You, Donna

 

I sometimes find that when my Lupus is inactive (like now), I hesitate before leaping into too much activity.  The reason:  Too many time I overdid it when I was feeling good and paid the price later with an intense flare.  I find that sometimes I need and crave that quiet, lazy space.  It's where my best thinking and creativity occur.

Love,

Laura

Lynn,

Could you be suffering from burnout? Having a chronic illness, it is always natural to feel some uncertainty about our future and the unpredictability of our conditions. When you add all the everyday stressors it can become overwhelming.

Sometimes it is difficult to cope when we feel this way. Maybe talking one on one with someone you could express your feelings about your illness and how it is affecting your lifestyle. I hate to see you suffer when there is help available. I hope I'm not speaking out of line...you just seem so sad...sending gentle hugs and wishes for happy days for you!

Hugs, Robin

Lynn,

I'm hoping that things may have improved some. I hate that you're not enjoying things in life at the moment.

I know that your lupus seems to be quiet and overall you are physically feel pretty good. I'm not sure I can explain why you feel the way you do.

I'm worried about your loss of appetite, are you having any issues with your stomach? You need to eat something and when nothing is appealing its very hard to do. I truly am sorry about that, maybe you should come up and stay with Bill and I. He's a great cook maybe he could tempt you back into wanting to eat again. Please remember our door is always open for you.

One last thing, I know today is a special day for you. I hope you had a good day and was able to get out and do something fun and have something YUMMY to eat. Please take care and I'm here if you need me, anytime day or night.

Hugs,
Barbara