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Keeping busy

GRowland1
GRowland1
I recently read something about keeping busy as a technique for dealing with depression. At the time I didn't think it was actually a good option because it is so hard sometimes to even want to get out of bed the idea of getting up and keeping busy seemed absurd to me. I guess I'll have to change my mind about that because I got a new computer and it has Windows 8.1. This has kept me busy even when I didn't want to because a complete change in operating system will bring about a larger learning curve than just an update of one that you a comfortable using.
Community LeaderThePepperMan
ThePepperMan
I agree with the keeping busy thing. It is important to control WHAT keeps us busy. If we keep busy focusing on the sad and negative aspects of our lives that is not good. But if we keep busy on productive things that we should be doing, then that can only be good, right?
BlueYonderDreams
BlueYonderDreams
I agree with ThePepperMan. I find when keeping busy helps. When I am not busy I have too much time to think which inevitably leads to negative thinking. If I am busy I am usually focusing on the task at hand which means less time to think negative thoughts. I know it's difficult because with depression we often lack the energy and motivation to do much, but if you push yourself you'll see how it helps.
ginateresa
ginateresa
I agree. I must keep busy most of the time or I will slip back into it.
So, the plan tonight is to scrub the tub after I make something for supper. lol
Juice
Juice
Sometimes, like tonight, I just don't have the energy to be busy. Without the benefit of caffeine it can be a challenge.
gramybear
gramybear
I'm proud of you for taking a giant step forward!! It's also good to see you posting again. It's been awhile. I too learned that getting up, getting dressed, and finding things to keep me busy, has made a big difference. I'm afraid to get a different laptop with 8.1 on it!! I still have a laptop that is Windows Vista. I can't imagine anything more confusing. You should have seen how long it took me to learn how to copy and past music to DS from U Tube!!!
So glad you are back
Hugs GB
Cypressmoon1
Cypressmoon1
I can eventually get anxiety if I keep busy to manage depression. But, I don't know why. Too busy maybe? Maybe my negative thoughts crowd my brain when I'm busy. I dunno.
caseyk
caseyk
Keeping busy has always helped me. But sometimes u jsut dont have energy even to do anyything. I think we just have to learn it. Windows 8 is different and has a learning curve for sure, hope u spend lot more time to keep u busy on it.
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