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I noticed i havent achieved much on my time off lately and want more energy. I feel like im in freeze mode where i can function at work then at home i just cant move... has anyone got tips,tricks or stories on how to remove myself from this feeling
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dancingtongue · 80-89, M
First, listen to your body. It is called "time off" for a reason -- a time to recharge, not shift full speed into working just as hard on something else. Yeah, I know, house, kids, other responsibilities. But you don't need to punch a timecard and devote the same energy level. You're not going to be fired from those responsibilities for taking an extra break here and there.

Second, if it is truly consistent low energy, high stress, talk to a health professional. You may need supplements, diet improvement, help dealing with stress, or may be depressed.

Third, if all else fails, and you have the opportunity, do as I ultimately did and retire early. Eliminate the stress and get your life back. I was extremely fortunate as I had my numbers, got my retirement benefits, was still in demand as a part-time consultant. Could pick my projects, say no, and earned as much as I was making for a third of the hours I had been working. My wife said I had been so stressed out that she felt she couldn't even touch me, and supported me in cutting the cord. Said it saved my life. Unfortunately, didn't save her from cancer.
Rudboy41 · 41-45, M
Im in the same boat. If you were a hollywood star you would sign up for the hoffman process or a spirit retreat somewhere exotic , but us regular folk have to rely on self help books or therapy if u can afford it.

Id recommend looking for one of those 10 day vippassana retreats, i went on one in jan this year and it helped me get a gf, and move away from my mom, but now im stagnating again and i need another one.

Im currently looking for good non-fiction books about people who went through the same thing - stagnation.
SpectralMourning · 41-45, M
When I've felt that way I try to keep it simple. Give some focus to getting myself going by doing something I enjoy even if it's not the most productive thing to be doing. Have to start somewhere though.
ABCDEF7 · M
Work(home or office) is a burden or a time of satisfaction and achievement, it's all in your head.

Organize yourself.
Take time to relax.
Do small meditation, atleast once a day.
Think positively
Livingwell · 61-69, M
Do you have any hobbies that help you relax? Working on a puzzle, reading a book, some kind of craft will take your mind away from work. A nap doesn't hurt either.
AthrillatheHunt · 51-55, M
I’m in a similar situation. Trying to figure it out myself
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Bklynbadboy12 · 36-40, M
Just push yourself music seems to help me get things done at home
AngelUnforgiven · 51-55, F
Maybe you should take B12 or something else for energy.
Matt85 · 36-40, M
Read some good psalms.
Failing that, coffee.
pdockal · 56-60, M
Is you home cluttered or organized ?
MrBrownstone · 46-50, M
Eat flax seed.

 
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