Bipolar Disorder Support Group
Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.
I thought that having my mother and sister come would help motivated me with the house, NOPE. Made it look decent, but not "clean" the way I used to be. My house was always clean, but comfortable. I didn't make anyone feel like they couldn't get a speck of dirt on my floor or drop a crumb or oh goodness, your 1 1/2 yr old can only have a cracker at the table. No it vaccuums up.It was just "clean" but comfy. Now it isn't filthy by any means. but as I look around, the dust has collected and the clean laundry is just piled and not folded, oh well.
Anyhow. I guess what I do is make a daily list. And as long as I get 3 things done a day, even if it is just doing dishes, doing 1 load of laundry (not folding obviously), and cleaning off table. Then I say Good job. and go on. Some days I am more motivated than others and get more done. It has taken a lot of years with my therapist, but I don't beat myself up anymore over it.
So just a suggestion. Try the list and congratulate your self on getting the 3 things done each day. If you do more Awesome! If not, you did those 3, it IS an accomplishment!