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Sudden burst of normal?

alitlmorsly
alitlmorsly
I don't know what changed or why, but a week ago I couldn't get off the couch due to depression and chronic pain for the last 6 years. This last week, I have been Gung ho working on my yard and the outside of my house. I have spent $1000 just bringing it back up to par. I still have a ways to go, i'M putting in new flower beds and adding onto my sprinkler system. I'M paying a friend who is between jobs to help me. I should have everything done before the heat gets here and then I will take a toothbrush to the inside. I'M pushing myself through the pain, and my self esteem is soaring! God I hope this keeps up! Sly
TroJanThunder
TroJanThunder
Manic episode perhaps? Are you bipolar? Like either way up or way down?

But hey! Great to be getting things done isn't it? Enjoy!
billwfriend
billwfriend
I do not garden....none ever...just do not enjoy digging in dirt...LOL

I do cut grass and that is set for tomorrow sometime....
alitlmorsly
alitlmorsly
It has been kicked around whether or not I am bi-polar or not. The dr's say no. Sometimes I still wonder though. Possibly bipolar 2 (depression), I also have chronic pain, my diagnosis is Depression Due to a Chronic Medical Condition and MDD. Bill, I agree, I cut my lawn today, not my favorite task either!
LuvMyTitans
LuvMyTitans
This is great news Sly!! Whatever the reason , I hope it continues!

Big hugs!!

LMT
Diane-M
Diane-M
I like that saying "burst of normal" :)
gramybear
gramybear
It sounds like bipolar 2 sweety. That is what I deal with. It's really hard because the short amount of time the mania lasts, there is the fear of the depression coming back. HOWEVER, you have all the support possible right here on DS where the people are supportive, understanding, and passionate. That is what gets a lot of us through the rough spots. Please keep everyone up to date on how your garden is doing. That is what I want to do in the little garden area I have. I just can't afford it.. LOL...
Again, I'm really happy that you are feeling so wonderful and I truly hope it lasts a very long time! Hugs
bridgie101
bridgie101
I don't think it's bipolar. 6 years is a long time to be on the downward swing of bipolar.

I think you've cracked the egg, basically. i think sometimes we're down because we're down. And our homes reflect that, and we get into a downward neverending spiral.

You've broken this spiral and are going in the other direction, and that's giving you energy whereas going down was sapping it. You've unlocked your energy.

I think having a horrible home sucks life away, having a nice one gives it. I think you've had a mental breakthrough about ignoring physical pain if you want anything done (I had to do this) and I think basically that you're on the mend.

DON't let yourself get exhausted however. because exhaustion and depression go hand in hand. Pace yourself, and enjoy time as you go with the garden.

Gardening's incredibly good for me, at least, in terms of healing and keeping positive.
Heidiclark
Heidiclark
You sound great to me! Go with it!
muskrattiger
muskrattiger
I am happy for you ...I hope it lasts to ..God bless
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