my motivation towards life is pretty low. Motivation towards my physical health, employment, relationships, spirituality, etc. is all very low. I’ve become apathetic, and I think it’s part of the illness. I wish I could just snap out of this funk, but it feels impossible.
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Since I’ve been back on meds,
That made me less motivated,
I’ve taken a “fake it til you make it” approach.
It sounds harsh, but you just have to get off your ass and do it.
It’s not easy and I don’t win the battle every time, but I keep a clean house and take care of three dogs. Also cook for my husband everyday.
You can do it too!
It takes work man,
Sorry,
Wish it were easier.
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My overall motivation is pretty low too.
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Yeah, it’s def not easy. I think my first step, would be to start possibly working out again. This could give me more energy throughout the day, and help build up my self-esteem. Plus, I just need to get my body in shape – this sedentary lifestyle is horrible for anyone. And wow, 3 dogs?! I know that’s not easy work lol I thought just taking care of one was enough. Props to you
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Thanks, @anon49063606.
I think starting to workout is a great first step,
It does improve energy and self-esteem, like you said.
Good luck to you, you can do it!
We can all make changes, even if our motivation is low.
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I like to go to the swimming pool in two days. I don’t want to do it anymore but i treat it as work. I don’t have to but i feel better after. I have no purpose but i make it my purpose to stay alive as long as possible.
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I struggle with motivation all the time. I’m exercising 5 days per week to try to lose weight, but it’s very difficult to get the exercise started. I just don’t have a lot of energy to get started. But I will say once I’m done exercising I do have more energy
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I’m with you. I’m a big fan of the fake it till you make it approach to most things in life. Especially being a functional adult while on sedating APs.
Like, no, I don’t want to get out of bed. But I’m an adult with responsibilities, so I do. I force myself to push through. It’s not easy, but it’s a lot easier today than it was 2 years ago.
Having a routine helps.
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Why don’t you loose weight ? It sucks when you don’t get results.
Absolutely true.
Having a solid routine makes all the difference.
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I must have misspoke. I’ve lost 68 pounds since May. But it’s not easy. I really have had to work at it, and it’s hard to get the motivation up
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My motivation used to be very low, but at the moment it’s at a good level
It’s not perfect but I can read, work (on my clients websites and digital marketing solutions)
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Wow, you are good. 68 pounds is what i want to loose. You must feel so much better about yourself. I remember weighing 80 kg for 1 month, i put it back on again, but this time I like to be a sexobject and feel better moving around with less baggage.
I do feel better, but I want to lose another 47 pounds. I currently weigh 172, so I’ve got more to go
i build op motivation to do little things every day. I try not think about too big a things cause then my motivation drops completely.
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Most of the time my motivation is low.
Although ever since I’ve come off Depakote I’ve had a bit more motivation and I’ve become a little less paranoid unless I’m mood cycling.
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My motivation is pretty low too. But I suspect part of it is lack of exercise.
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You want to be 125lb? Thats sounds too low and unhealthy if its under the healthy BMI.
I’ve never been motivated my whole life. I would just push through. Things got done.
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My motivation sucks for most things. I dont get out of bed but I have lots of motivation to read about computer components/health-medicine/video games and technology, and reading forums. My psychiatrist cant understand how come I have the energy to read about complicated medical and technology knowledge but cant get out of bed.
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