Seriously lacking motivation

[Dymples83]

Hi guys,

Like most of us here, I suffer from extreme lack of any motivation whatsoever and I'm automatically labelling that as being an Aropax thing I'm just worried that it won't ever return. There are things that I'd love to achieve in life and the main one would be helping others who are in similar situations to all of us. To do this I firstly need to withdraw (of course- which is happening) and get some excercise etc. but at present I can't motivate myself enough to start off. My fiance is an amazing support and encourages me every step of the way already but even thinking about it all is exhausting. All I wanna do all day is lie around. Even going to work is a real chore. I used to really enjoy it however now i just know that I have to do it. When I'm there though I just get cranky with the poor kids (I'm a nanny for 6yr old triplets) admittingly though they often deserve it. I guess I'm just frightened that I'm going to lose interest in everything.

Due to poor health back in 1999-2000 I missed out on completing my senior years of high school. It upsets me all the time and I have an overwhelming sense of underachievement. I attempted to study yr 11 earlier this yr via a distance education scheme however I was unable to concentrate on my school work as I was too stressed from work and trying to keep up in my studies so I had to pull out again which was really disheartening at the time however it was also a godsend. I would love to give it another shot next yr but I'm worried that my motivation won't be there still. I also suffer from ADD (without hyperactivity) which really plays on the motivation deficiency from the Aropax as well as other things.

I'm hoping that some1 has been in a similar senerio and has recovered as I could really use the encouragement. I hope this makes sense as I am over tired and typing this as I lie in my cozy bed and it's getting rather late here in Aussieland. (I should be asleep already)

Thanks for your help guys,

Dymps

[Katesmom]

Your body is working hard to figure out what is going on with this tapering thing. There is just no reasoning with the mechanics of neurochemistry! Those brain cells just aren't going to hear that you NEED to be energetic and get things done. Your body is telling you that it needs rest, so listen to it. Don't take on more than you have to.

However, I would recommend trying to add in, very slowly, some light cardio four or five days a week. I am talking about walking 20-30 minutes. That is not a major commitment and you can build off of it. It will actually make you MORE energetic not less after the first week or two. I promise. And, I know that it is hard to get the motivation to get started, but I can tell you this: I never regret taking the time to work out, but always regret it when I skip it. You just have to lace up those sneaks and get to it.

[Dymples83]

Thanx Katesmom,

I did know it was from withdrawl but often I just need that confirmation from others to make sure there's nothing wrong with me it's insane how much sleep I seem to need.

[scotia21]

I agree with Kim, sometimes just going through the motions of getting up, getting dressed, and getting out the door can make a huge difference in the day.