Rebecca
Grr Argh...
Whenever I'm feeling stressed, or down or just need some time to myself I have a long, relaxing, extremely bubbly bath, light some candles and put on some soft music. Completely relaxes me every time! 🙂
When Real Life's a bummer
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Schillaci
Scooby
Heroin and/or whisky.
There are few truths, but there are many lies.
With truth comes purpose.
Purpose gives life meaning.
Without meaning "life's a real bummer".
There are few truths, but there are many lies.
With truth comes purpose.
Purpose gives life meaning.
Without meaning "life's a real bummer".
If you're really forcing yourself to sit with something to get it done, but you're not actually doing it, I think it helps to just drop it and do something you want to do instead. If you're not getting anything done you might as well have fun.
FaithyFivebyFive
Love's bitcah
Blasting a positive and catchy song heaps loud and loudly singing to it, while you re-organize something in your house, (in my case it's usually my bed-room...) I know this sounds odd but I find I feel good after doing it so you never know lol. Or, of course the obvious... A funny Buffy or Angel episode, accompanied by chocolate/ice-cream. 🙂
palabravampiress
Buffy Therapy! Can't believe I didn't think of that. lol.
Randy Giles
Two sides to every soul.
I know this is an old thread, but...
One time I was going through this period where I was COMPLETELY stressed and always felt upset, and it made me feel depressed and angry and everything. I don't even remember why now, but it was a combination of a lot of things. So I took a couple days off work, I slept more than usual, I told all my problems to a friend, I went on a junk food binge, and watched a crapload of TV (on my computer) and read, all to just escape.
And then I actually felt great and not stressed out at all.
One time I was going through this period where I was COMPLETELY stressed and always felt upset, and it made me feel depressed and angry and everything. I don't even remember why now, but it was a combination of a lot of things. So I took a couple days off work, I slept more than usual, I told all my problems to a friend, I went on a junk food binge, and watched a crapload of TV (on my computer) and read, all to just escape.
And then I actually felt great and not stressed out at all.
Joyce Summers
Mom of a Chocoholic
That's essentially always my answer to stress haha. Basically you just need to tune out the ENTIRE world for just a little while and forget anything else is going on, or any responsibilities you have. A kicking back sort of answer to things. 🙂
Lou
Scooby
Well, all I know is I'm having the EXACT same problem! And I have since New Years!
I feel like I'm MONTHS behind, and I am. Only sort of, but still. I spent all January working on 30 odd paintings I had to get done for a show. Which was done, but my time would have been spent better if I could have worked on them AND on eBay.
But, things came up. Colds, hubby started a new job, and the house was a WRECK from the holidays. In February, I was just about to get back to "normal" life when my Mother-In-Law announced she was coming in, so all the chores I had been leaving for "later" now came due. We had to actually PUT our new mattresses on our bed (and oddly, rig the bed to FIT THEM), clean out all the kid's old toys and clothes to even have ROOM for the new ones. Lots of stuff and I got it ALL done...but once again, not what I SHOULD have been doing.
So, now I just feel BEHIND! In fact, I realized I hadn't paid the bills when I was supposed to. I guess I just felt like since I was "taking off" they did too!
Today, however, I was working AND redid all my iPod. I made all new Playlists and I fully intend to hide the phone tomorrow and blast the iPod and not pay any attention to anything else...except you guys because one must do SOMETHING amusing while paint dries.
I think the trick is to pat yourself on the back for the things you HAVE done. Mess around a bit, tidy up, move things, play with your iPod, download some songs you haven't heard in a while (I downloaded Jessie's Girl by Rick Springfield) and plan to go postal on your things when you're done. Oh, and make lists for stuff too. I never remember them later, but they DO help to do!
I feel like I'm MONTHS behind, and I am. Only sort of, but still. I spent all January working on 30 odd paintings I had to get done for a show. Which was done, but my time would have been spent better if I could have worked on them AND on eBay.
But, things came up. Colds, hubby started a new job, and the house was a WRECK from the holidays. In February, I was just about to get back to "normal" life when my Mother-In-Law announced she was coming in, so all the chores I had been leaving for "later" now came due. We had to actually PUT our new mattresses on our bed (and oddly, rig the bed to FIT THEM), clean out all the kid's old toys and clothes to even have ROOM for the new ones. Lots of stuff and I got it ALL done...but once again, not what I SHOULD have been doing.
So, now I just feel BEHIND! In fact, I realized I hadn't paid the bills when I was supposed to. I guess I just felt like since I was "taking off" they did too!
Today, however, I was working AND redid all my iPod. I made all new Playlists and I fully intend to hide the phone tomorrow and blast the iPod and not pay any attention to anything else...except you guys because one must do SOMETHING amusing while paint dries.
I think the trick is to pat yourself on the back for the things you HAVE done. Mess around a bit, tidy up, move things, play with your iPod, download some songs you haven't heard in a while (I downloaded Jessie's Girl by Rick Springfield) and plan to go postal on your things when you're done. Oh, and make lists for stuff too. I never remember them later, but they DO help to do!
palabravampiress
You even listen to GH-related music, you crazy soap fan, you!
Lou
Scooby
Can I help it that he's an American Icon? I don't think so. He can sing, act, and he's still adorable!
palabravampiress
Bidet of Evil
I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who gave me advice. And keep it coming, too. lol. Buffy therapy, bubble baths, 4 step programs... these are all great tips that I think we can all use from time to time (or just when we need to pamper ourselves!).
I've taken some of it, and it's definitely been working. This past weekend, I felt better than I have in a long time. I did some chores that I've been blowing off, tweaked the budget, joined a new group, socialized more, fixed my printer, and took a positive career step.
The health issue continues to be a problem. It actually got worse and my appointment may be pushed up to tomorrow morning. But if nothing else, I am feeling more optimistic.
Thanks, Buffy Boards!
Dlou444: Yeah, I wish GH used him more often. I was looking forward to a Dr. Drake/Nurse Spencer re-do. Alas and alack. But thank Guza for small mercies: the hands of the almighty Jason Morgan are seriously injured. Drake Jr. says he may never work (and by "work," I suppose he means "shoot someone") again!
I've taken some of it, and it's definitely been working. This past weekend, I felt better than I have in a long time. I did some chores that I've been blowing off, tweaked the budget, joined a new group, socialized more, fixed my printer, and took a positive career step.
The health issue continues to be a problem. It actually got worse and my appointment may be pushed up to tomorrow morning. But if nothing else, I am feeling more optimistic.
Thanks, Buffy Boards!
Dlou444: Yeah, I wish GH used him more often. I was looking forward to a Dr. Drake/Nurse Spencer re-do. Alas and alack. But thank Guza for small mercies: the hands of the almighty Jason Morgan are seriously injured. Drake Jr. says he may never work (and by "work," I suppose he means "shoot someone") again!
Vicariously
living in a fantasy world
aww glad to hear it PV. I hope you get to feeling better soon. Sending healthy thoughts your way! Much love to you darling!