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June 5, 2017
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Members connected deeply over the question of whether anyone feels unmotivated to the point of paralysis, with the overwhelming consensus... Read more

Members connected deeply over the question of whether anyone feels unmotivated to the point of paralysis, with the overwhelming consensus being that this is a core symptom of depression, not laziness, and one that leaves many feeling physically and emotionally drained. Several members shared practical strategies that have helped them cope, including maintaining a morning routine even when it feels impossible, creating daily schedules with small rewards, taking baby steps toward tasks, and being gentle with themselves when they cannot accomplish everything. A recurring theme was the profound relief of knowing they are not alone in this struggle, with many describing the sensation as being pinned down, filled with concrete, or stuck in a vicious cycle where even simple activities like showering or doing dishes feel insurmountable.

A MyDepressionTeam Member

Yes I did for years, to suddenly realise this drug isnt working so well now,, time to up the dose, or change. Only you can take control of your life. I was on citlapram 60 then put down to 40 because of the health risk of heart problems. It was a slow, but gradual decline, from some days doing something, to not moving off the sofa, and feeling like my life was ebbing away. I broke down at the side of the road, crying my eyes, out, in that, my life was a mess, and my family was not what I wanted my children to be like, they just gave up on me, I was a failure, then changed drugs, over a year, it improved in that I was cleaning the cupboards out, no longer tearful, and if they changed the brand that seemed to matter and set me back a month, so told everyone, keep it the same. Now, I have started, going out, and helping daughter, but Im not giving up! yes she dogs me down, sometimes, but thats her being hurt by the last person, on citilapram I was, this is the new me, Im not hiding. Im trying, and going to join a fitness and swimming and trying to get fitter. I hate my body. Its like I have just woke up from a bad dream. So those are the changes you can make when the drugs are working!!!

May 20, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Lethargy and loss of interest in doing anything are symptoms of depression - so you aren't alone! I used to sometimes just sit on the couch and stare at nothing for hours on end.

June 5, 2017
A MyDepressionTeam Member

That's me...keeps getting worse

June 1, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Your not alone 100%know the feeling, don't be hard on yourself, who really likes housework not me for sure, let's look out for some friends suffering with old we can help eachother out x

March 20, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

ALL THE TIME. It's a kind of lazy feeling, but it goes beyond that. I just feel blah, like a lump of unbaked dough...I don't want to move from my chair, and the only energy I have is to browse Facebook or watch TV. I've lost all desire to do things I used to love; like jewelry making, drawing, or reading. It just takes too much energy. It's an uphill battle.

September 23, 2017

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