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Depression and Anxiety at an older age
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@mimi3blessings - I have had that feeling like swimming through molasses, not wanting to get up in the morning and not knowing what to do because I have too much to do. Cleaning up all the junk I have collected is overwhelming. One thing that has helped is me is to make a list, including things that I like to do. For me, I make time for art and writing, and a bike ride when it's not too hot. Taking the first step in the morning is the hardest, but if I force myself to take that first step, I can keep going. The shutdown of most things lately because of COVID) makes it especially hard. At the end of the day, I make a list of the things I have done, even if it is just washing the dishes. It's like making my own reason for living. One of the hard things about all the stuff I'm cleaning up is that a lot of it is composed of projects I always wanted to do, but didn't have time to do. I'm 68 and finally have the time to choose what I want to do and follow through. don't have to do any of it if I don't want to. Plus I I also have some activities, such as a weight loss meeting or volunteer activity that gives me a definite time to be somewhere and do something.
I also have dealt with depression, anxiety, and not feeling worthwhile all my life. I know how hard it is to deal with chronic pain. You can get through it. I had one friend who was 87 or so. She was born in 1900 and died when she was 90. One of the things that gave her purpose was to write notes to people at church (Happy Birthday, Anniversary, Get Well, etc.) She had a table set up with all her supplies so she was ready to do it every day.
I'm getting long winded, so I will close by sending you encouragement, prayers, and virtual hugs. I hope I haven;t been overwhelming.
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I feel the same way everyday. I’m 65 but can hardly walk or stand anymore because of terrible pain in my feet and back. I’ve accumulated so much stuff and it is hard to get rid of things but I keep trying. I make lists too and ck off what I do get done each day even if it’s a small thing. It helps to read what others are going through so I don’t feel alone, but sad so many people have these problems. I cope by being thankful for the life I have had and for my daughter and grandchildren even though I don’t get to see them as much as I’d like because I can’t do the things they can do. I rent a mobility scooter if we do go to the zoo or places that have them. Wish I did have more close friends and family in my life. I’m alone most days and do get very lonely. Yet I appreciate what and who I do have in my life.
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OH, Mimi, you sound just like me. I feel nothing now, I feel like I am sitting here waiting to die. I have so much to do to move...It is so hard to just throw things out...no one wants anything with this covid stuff...No one ever says a word of encouragement. I thank :God I have my dog. I try, but I have pain too, and other issues that I am not able to talk about . My daughter hangs up if I tell her I hurt and I have no other family. I need help but can't afford to pay anymore. Life has become an endurance trial. I am in my late 70's.