Overwhelmed.... Shutting down.... Can't move
To do a chore, task or responsibility when all your options are uninspired and seem hopeless, daunting and pointless can be some of the hardest tasks in the world to do. Even if it is just to take out the trash.
Sometimes the goal needs to be to stop thinking.
I totally get it! I didn't realize my issue was ADHD. I have a grown child and just got diagnosed with a bunch of mental health issues. My whole life I wondered why I just couldn't get myself to do things, especially at home. It's like a switch just turns off. It's not hard, but I feel so blah and even resistant. I feel so alone with these issues. Than you for sharing.
@ellamenopee
I like what you said about a switch turning off... that's exactly right for me too. Your not alone. If you want motivate or share, I'll listen.
My mind whirs and whirs until it tires me out enough not to accomplish a lot.
It's Hard.
Stop thinking... Don't let the monkeys in my head... just keep going.
Finished eggs and got chili simmering (Kitchen a mess!)
Loosen car wheels and jack one side up.
I looked up energy foods... Here's the share.
Top foods to eat if you want to increase stamina and energy for exercising
Bananas
These are one of the great snack options to use prior to exercise to increase energy levels, stamina and strength. Having two bananas before a workout would give you enough energy to perform a good one-hour intense workout. The magnesium in bananas also helps boost your metabolism.
Brown Rice
Brown rice is a great source of carbs which provide us with energy to increases exercise endurance. Brown rice is absorbed slowly and a good source of fibre and carbs hence keeping you energized throughout the day.
Fatty Fish
Fatty fish is an extremely nutritious food. Fish is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, healthy fats and omega 3. This would not only help you to perform your exercise with better form but also enhance the growth of muscle.
Yoghurt
Adding yogurt into your daily snack plan is an excellent way to increase energy. Moreover, you can add berries, oats, bananas etc to not only add flavour but also other health benefits. Yoghurt is a good source of protein, vitamins B6 and B12, and minerals which are essential to release energy and keep you active.
Sweet Potato and Beans
The quality of carbohydrates you choose is very important because they’re essential for staying focused, give you more strength and give you bigger bursts of energy before exercise. Sweet potato is a great source of complex carbs that will help improve your overall performance for that workout.
Dry Fruits
Dry fruits are easily digestible foods that are rich in proteins, vitamins, minerals and dietary fibre. Dry fruits make for a delicious and healthy snack.
Dark Chocolate and Peanut Butter
Dark chocolate and peanut butter are great fuel for a workout if consumed in moderation. Whether you’re going for a jog, doing a workout, hiking, you can always snack on a bit of dark chocolate. Before your workout, an ounce or two of premium dark chocolate is enough to give you a kick without burdening your system with an unnecessary amount of sugar or fat. Peanut butter is also recommended before exercise as it contains protein, carbs, to perfectly stay fuelled for your workout.
@IsayUncle
I would sort of disagree with this, apologies for that. You cannot stop thinking whether you want it or not, you can distract yourself from the things and think about something else. The goal should be not to think about something for a very long time and instead of focusing your thinking to something productive and meditating in order to shift your focus. And it all comes with practice and happens step by step.
@Littlefairy28
No apologies needed but thanks for the kindness. I actually agree with you 100%. I'm just so tired of all these things going on in my head, I don't want think of all of them anymore... They tire me out.
Refocus... Focus... Choose and do.... All requires thinking. I'm so tired of doing those things, I don't want to think anymore. But I still must do.
I'll get started on my brakes now. I let the monkeys get me for a couple hours. And thank you for your great insight and comments. I look forward to any replies.
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Hey, thanks for the feedback and the researched tips! My thoughts are like yours, but 40-60 per minute. No wonder I'm exhausted all the time. Sometimes, we do what we need to just to quiet those, right?
@ellamenopee
You're welcome, My episodes come and go luckily. When I'm maintaining, I start doing more and more with promises and obligations made and then BAM.... Too much noise and,,, here we are. and just Like you said, we try to quiet the noise to function.
Yes! Deadlines and demands are my favorite things! 🤣😨 It's nice to know someone understands.
As every day passes and I miss obligations and deadlines I vow not to make anymore promises until I can build a routine. I need my routine. if I cannot do anything else... I must have a routine. I see a strong routine as a strong foundation where all that is important is completed before promising my time and energy to other things.
@IsayUncle
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