I’m in such a funk after last Wednesday, worried about the country we are raising our kids in, how we can ever repair the relations between the political parties, what jobs will even exist for our kids etc. etc etc. I am getting through the days but doing the minimum possible and can’t see how or when I will feel less numb and ideally begin to enjoy things again. I’m not at risk of self harm rather low grade funk which I think is understandable given where we are. Any and all thoughts are appreciated , I always gain something from you guys ;)
Honestly there is absolutely no way you can possibly imagine what the world will be like for our kids. Hell - i can hardly have imagined where the world would have been 10 years ago no less 30. Don't waste time worrying about something that could be positive no less something you can't possibly control. As for the funk about what is going on RIGHT NOW, I'm right there with you. But I'm hopeful we are going to be in a better position 90 days from now - federal gov will be in better order, most high risk population will be vaccinated, vaccinations for lower risk groups will be starting, weather will be getting better so we can be outside more, etc. Hang in there! Better times are coming.
I don't have great advice, but I understand. I feel like what's happening in the country is adding a layer of stress and uncertainty to an already difficult time with the pandemic. I've felt stressed and agitated all week. Work is busy which is a distraction, but overall, I feel like I'm on a short fuse. I'm trying to watch some light TV (Bridgerton, anyone?), read and relax. The whole situation is just awful.
I am the same. I wish I could just take leave for 3 months. I am completely overwhelmed with everything that‘s going on.
Low grade lexapro, exercise, less TV / phone
SAME. every day i have this kind of low grade depression and feelings of complete burnout taking care of kids, followed by guilt at burnout.
I am very agitated and lash out a lot. I'm resentful because I expect of myself to be a perfect mommy, wife, and employee all at once and I can't do it. I just want to go to an office again and breathe. I know it sounds petty and I am lucky to be able to WFH but it is really wearing on me. And this week was just terrifying. I'm as angry as those people too - but at Trump- And I still would not resort to violence p
It's really hitting me now. Pandemic, state of the world etc. I feel like groundhog day every day. On top of that the anxiety of what's been happening as of late, financial anxiety etc. Work is a nightmare and layoffs are looming, DH self employed and has been impacted. I'm thankful I am still employed and trying to practice gratitude. Plus I'm fatter than ever...