I'm in a funk.

**Dancing Lotus** · 01-28-2009, 01:43 PM

I have recently discovered that I use food to fill in the gaps of the day.
Whenever I either have nothing to do or just want to avoid what needs to be done , I eat. To avoid eating I would spend way too much time on the computer. Then I learned how to eat while I suffered the net and guess what? Now I'm even fatter! Plus now the net pretty much bores me.Even my beloved FV just doesn't hold my interest for long. I come and read a post or two then I'm gone. I start to reply to threads , type it all out and then deleat it and leave. In fact I have come to notice that everything bores me. I don't like anything on TV anymore , I can't read books during the day because my kids need my attention. Cleaning, PLEASE! I have never been into that. Yes I am creative , I sew and what not but I haven't been inspired to do anything. I start something but my hearts not in it so I never finish. I am just bored, bored , bored with everything. I'm not looking for suggestions on things to do, I have plenty to do. I just don't have any interest in doing it. I think I may not be getting enough sunlight .I dont' think I am depressed or anything, I'm not sad just bored. Like a kid with ADHD I just can't focus on anything. Can anyone relate?

**Spikey1341** · 01-28-2009, 01:46 PM

Yep sounds like SAD to me. I have the same problems when it is cold and gray outside. After a few sunny days in a row I have lots of energy but give me one gray one and I sit on the couch and channel surf. I have started a knitting a scarf that probably won't be done until spring. I got three books from the library that are due next week and I am only half way through one.

Winter is not my favorite season!

**Debbie-cat** · 01-28-2009, 01:49 PM

Yep, definitely SAD. Keep plugging away, try and get some sunlight and hang in there. It will turn around soon!

**Momto2Boyz** · 01-28-2009, 01:58 PM

Your day totally sounds like mine! I have so much crafting to finish and yet I sit here, just a bit uninspired.

Maybe you need to shake things up a bit. Find a new hobby or something. Sometimes trying to learn something new can spark a re-interest in your creative side!

Or maybe pop into a tannning bed for 10 minutes or so. It'll cost a bit (but really isn't horribly expensive if your not trying to get a mega tan), but might be worth it if it lifts your mood! I have a friend who is bipolar and alsa has Seasonal Mood Disorder and her therapist suggested sun therapy. She hits the tanning bed once a week for 20 minutes and since she started she said, she has been doing so much better!

**mommy4ever** · 01-28-2009, 02:01 PM

I can TOTALLY relate.

I think it's time for a season change. I'm really tired of the cold and snow. The lack of sunlight. It's dark by 5pm and sun doesn't rise until 8 am. I want sunlight into the evening, not before.

I want to not have to put on 10 layers of clothes, I want to go for a walk and not worry about frostbite.

I too can barely focus on anything.

**frugalbabe** · 01-28-2009, 02:09 PM

Definitely SAD. I have noticed on the days when my 5 yo has preschool and I have to actually get out and walk him I feel great all day on the days when I can stay in all day (during sunlight hours) I am much mopier and just well BLAH. Even if it's freezing outside make yourself take a little jaunt through the snow after a few days you will be amazed at the difference.

**Cricketlegs** · 01-28-2009, 02:37 PM

I am feeling pretty blah and sad and worried myself.

I am ready for spring.

Something needs to give.

**momofslg** · 01-28-2009, 08:55 PM

I feel ya!

I'm in that funk too. Have you tried exercise. I know that I hate to exercise but I feel so good afterward. I have been known to pop a video into the dvd and dance away. I'm such a horrible dancer, but with no one watching I have tons of fun.

**Cricket1** · 01-28-2009, 08:57 PM

Ann-you are preaching to the choir! Remember on Monday when I was all excited on my blog and had a big announcement, etc. Well, I've totally lost my enthusiasm for what it was! I know what you're going through. I'm not depressed, I'm just a little indifferent to a lot of stuff! LOL. Except if it has to do with my youngest son--then I become a freak and get all nervous! LOL. I think very soon I'm going to go to Barnes and Noble and just walk around by myself. I love doing that.

**VanVivCam** · 01-28-2009, 09:04 PM

Oh Ann....my I suggest also the tanning beds. It may cost a little, but, in the end I think it would do you a world of good!

I, personally, am not ready for winter to be over. Give me just a few more feet of snow. Then I will be ready for sun light and warmer weather!!!!

God love you and hope you feel better soon!!!!!

Vanessa

**Michelle68** · 01-28-2009, 09:21 PM

I hope you feel better soon, Ann.

**Michelle** · 01-28-2009, 10:20 PM

You don't need to be sad to be depressed. You may want to look into that even if you think you're not. www.depression.com

I am in a funk too, and while I do suffer from depression, I think it's made worse by the weather.

I hope you feel better soon.

**Luv2BeFrugal** · 01-29-2009, 01:36 AM

I can TOTALLY relate!! The sun comes UP about 10am and goes DOWN about 4:30pm here... I hate the winters!!!! And it gets so darn cold in January...ugh...though, this month has been unusually "warm" (teens and 20's...occasionally up to 40!!!).

Talk about cabin fever!!!

**cmdarlin** · 01-29-2009, 10:17 AM

I'm right there with you.

There is plenty I could do but have no energy or 'get up' to get anything done. I know I am suffering from depression, have for a few years now but after losing my job last February I haven't been able to afford my rx. Lets hope spring gets here soon. Things have to start looking up.

Take Care,
Debbie

**prftstrngr** · 01-29-2009, 12:54 PM

I have a doctor who doesnt believe in meds for depression unless REALLY needed. He suggested a walk even a short one and doing something for yourself and not for everyone else. Im like you...I dont really think Im depressed....just bored most days. I think Im going to try getting outside for a little walk everyday....my dog will love me!