Sorry you're having a blue day -- I find that if I get out of the house it can help my mood. Sometimes just going to the grocery store or McDonald's drive-thru will pick me up (not a very interesting life, eh).
You need some sunshine!
I watched the Vikes pound the Lions, now if the Pack stomps on the Cowboys!
Things will get better!
I'm watching the Pack right now -- I hate the Cowboys!!!!!
Hey Frank -- too bad you're so far away, we could get together and watch this game. Even if you're not a big football fan (and I don't know if you are or not) it's always nice to get together and watch a game!
Food therapy doesn't work then I just have to fight my blood sugar. Shopping theraoy is fun but tends to lead to purchases based on "I deserve ...". Talking to a friend always helps. I know the loss you are feeling that hole that is there when a good friend is no longer there. Part of it is missing that good friend but another part is that friend knew you well enough so you didn't need to work through the history to talk about the issue. Just know we care about you.
Everyone gets the "blues" once in awhile, so you are not alone. Talking to someone helps, but if there is no one around try "blogging". Writing it down helps. I'll write an email to a good friend and things seem better after that. Shopping never worked for me, spending money is depressing. Getting out in the fresh air is good. If the weather would be nicer I would go weed the garden or even sit outside and read a book. When the weather is cooler, take a drive. The lake front in town here is real relaxing and helps chase away the ho hum feeling. Crying works, I always feel better after a good cry.
Think positive....it is always much better the next day.
Everyone is blue from time to time so when I can't seem to shake that 'I'd-rather-not-be-awake-feeling' I move around. When I'm depressed, exercise is usually the last thing I WANT to do but it's one thing that makes me feel better.
Laughter exercises work too. You don't have to be happy or funny to benefit from laughter or the act of laughter. The coolest thing about laughter is - our bodies don't know the difference between feigned laughter and the real deal so we benefit even if we fake it. Laughter lowers your blood pressure, causes your heartrate to normalize, improves breathing, and causes a release of endorphins and other natural "feel good" body chemicals which can in turn, ease your depression. Check out:
www.worldlaughtertour.com
for a list of laughter clubs and laughter classes or gatherings in your area. Oh, and smile...
I'm laughing right now -- thanks!
thanks everyone.... it's hard to stay down when the Packers pound the Cowboys.... I too HATE Dallas.
I think my blues are a result of work changes. My workload went through the roof....My last two days this last week were incredible. Two BIG accounts really upset, and I'm trying to plugg all the holes in the dyke. Kind of stressful for an aging dude.... and I ended the week with my boss reminding me Friday night that I was late with a report who's deadline just passed.
Boy Improvable do I know what you're talking about!!! I make sure I take care of ME at a time like this and do the things I enjoy doing....even if it's taking your dog for a quiet walk in the neighborhood or watching a T.V. show that you really like.
Exercise seems to help at a time like this. Take the grandson swimming again or take him on a jaunt....just you and him.
I also screen my calls and avoid the B.S.
for me, it's the constant pain. have not found anything to relieve it. take meds. they just take the edge off.
