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by _yigw
1651 days ago
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Actually my med doctor changed my meds from Escitalopram to Venlafaxine. My problem is i can't convince myself to do anything other than stay in bed and rot, besides going out. In terms of activities i'm 95% outside and 5% inside. For example i found that i like studying around others, but when i'm attempting to do just that my brain starts the same routine "This is pointless. You won't go far", etc, etc. Even when i have to do activities with others my brain tries to convince me to go home (or stay home if i'm already there) and stay in bed. I used to run, and i like running (paradoxically enough) but like everything else i can't convince my self to make it a habit even when i want to. |
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The right antidepressant also will make you feel normal but doing exercise or tasks, if the antidepressant is working, it can help dismiss negative thoughts (with conscious effort around your thought patterns)
If you have those negative thoughts enter your mind, you need to practice "not engaging" and clear your mind. Look into mindfulness or guided meditation. It'll take a fair bit of practice but it is very helpful.
"This is pointless. You won't go far" is an emotional response. If you can work on your thought pattern, shift it to "This may seem pointless but I am going to challenge myself, this short term task will lead to xyz goal."
It is hard though and I understand where you are coming from.
Last thing, avoid dopamine traps. Doom scrolling social media or any repetitive trap that feels good but is bad in long run. These give temporary satisfaction and ongoing term cost.