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The past couple months have been pretty hard for me, so my anxiety and depression have been worse than usual. Which has meant that I've been really behind on my cleaning (and in turn the state of the apartment has made me feel worse...so the cycle continues). Finally got around to doing some much-needed cleaning today. My place isn't near where I want it to be, but just cleaning in itself has given me the motivation to keep it up. And I feel better than I have in a while, which is pretty great.
Just wanted to share on here since I'm feeling pretty proud of myself right now. Also wanted to motivate anyone who might be going through the same thing. It can get better! I've been trying to stick to a "clean one thing a day" rule the past couple days (clean a couple dishes, put out the recycling, etc) and it's helped a lot. Baby steps!
Teal deer: look at the meme
Edit: woke up to so many kind words and updoots. Thank you everyone! I’m really touched by the support of this community. You guys are awesome
sluglie
it is amazing how tidying your personal space han help unclutter your mind
CaptainTotoro
Next time try cleaning for 3 hours gay
michmom
Thanks, I'm going through similar situation reading this has helped.
RichManSCTV0
I like to blast music when I clean
TheOneTrueGosh
I like to slap on some headphones and dance awkwardly while cleaning. The Moana soundtrack got me through cleaning the shed.
ASentientLlama
It's the best. I was blasting it except when I was vacuuming
Thisisheavydoc
The best of ABC got me through moving house last year. Cheesy 80s pop love songs, but brilliant!
Jizzturnip
Fantastic effort! Recognizing your depressed is so important too, being aware that the lens you view the world with is askew will save you
theirownreward
I can relate to this so much. I'm super proud of you, OP. This should totally be a success kid.
ASentientLlama
Thank you! I realized after the fact that I could have put success kid. Whoops
ajackaljackalitsajackal
I too very much relate to this. I haven’t felt this well in a long time. Trying to keep it up. Way to go OP!!!
perpetuallylove
Omg, you sound just like me! I did his today! I did this to host some alumni of my intensive group therapy for depression group. Gj OP!
Ihopemyusernameisasfunnyasyours
I know the feeling - well done! Keep it going!
notgreatestname
Then you have people (like me) whos house is spotless because, of anxiety and depression. OCD rules me.
BrickMcWithers
Yeah!! Fuck depression! Positive vibes, friend!
ASentientLlama
Thanks, friend! Positive vibes to you too!
TheOriginalCuriousParker
Good for you!
SluppyB
Good for you!! You should be proud of yourself. If you ever need to chat, just drop me a message:)
noneyobusisness
You want to feel even better?! Come clean my place?!
Muttons1337
Whoa we're on the same wavelength OP! I've been putting off cleaning for months and you're right, it's a vicious cycle when it's dirty.
OKiluvUBuhBai
RandomUserC137
It really is the little things. We lose sight of that all too often. We focus on what we can’t control, and lose control of what we can.
FunkyCandyPilot
fartalert
Lol teal deer
meeedic
I mean, my house could use a cleaning..
SexyClaptrap
+1 @op. Cleaning is the best for that thing. Way to take care of yourself ❤️
Gavener
Weird how that helps, when i'm feeling down I clean and feel better about myself and my place
realitymentor
Someone must be pretty deep in the hole to feel proud to be able to get motivation to simply clean.Shit sounds bad
kuramia
I turned cleaning into an anxiety reliever. All that anxious energy is turned into something productive, and my house is spotless. Win-win!
LiillooDallasMultipass
Oh, well done you! I've done the same this morning, cleared some junk out of the kitchen, feels good. Fuck depression!!!
Matrican
I tried a tip I got from my old phsycologist. 3 things rule. No matter how small it seems. Do 3 things everyday so you can look back and
Matrican
Feel proud of what you did that day. Cleaning is a big one for me, making a proper meal or something new is also big, etc.
itsborkport
Doing anything productive does wonders, wether it be cleaning , music , art, the gym , it's getting yourself to start is the hard part
iamthemachine
dragging my ass the past couple weeks. some new meds made me sick but im jumping back on the bike sunday/recolored my hair to feel pretty
lonelylinguist
Also, having a nicer environment can help with mood & motivation. My thoughts & feelings are only as peaceful & orderly as my surroundings.
Swabluu
Hell, even just taking a shower can be an accomplishment. I’ve been there before sadly.
crispygrapes
The hardest part about going to the gym is actually getting to the gym.
ASentientLlama
Definitely. I try to keep myself to a schedule and stay productive when I can. Free time is where it gets tricker
Redisia
@OP A take a walk outside and use my phone to write down a fantasy story :) your getting health & doing something fun/constructive :)
lapositiveattitude
i feel you @OP! a good trick is to make your bed in the morning. takes no time and makes you feel accomplished!
Goateman
How long have you stayed awake over the past few days? How long have you had this energy?
Blaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Yay! Cleaning can be so cathartic. I reccomended listening to a good audibook. Makes the time and the task fly by.
freezingpilot
You are literally defeating Entropy.
Kaydiddilybro
Podcasts are nice too if you’re into them!
ASentientLlama
I'll try that. I usually listen to music but I've thought about getting into audio books
Blaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
Just keep in mind that not all audiobooks are created equally. A good narrator will make a world of difference. Good luck!
ASentientLlama
Good point. I'll try to keep that in mind. Do you have any recommendations?
Blaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
What kind of books do you like? If you are a Harry Potter fan I'd suggest starting there. It's very comforting to listen to.
MouthSpiders
I recommend the Sword of Truth series by Terry Goodkind. Truly wonderful books if you enjoy fantasy books. Wizard's First Rule is the first.
DerFinne
Welcome to Nightvale. Trust me
FlabbergastedLoaderbot
Podcasts: Hello from the Magic Tavern; The Nosleep Podcast; Criminal; Stuff You Missed in History Class; Limetown; The Black Tapes.