How do you maintain a work ethic while depressed?

I'm generally pretty industrious, but I'm struggling a little currently.

I know I'm not performing at my best and it has me feeling kinda lousy.

Respectful answers only, please!

LadyGrace ·

When I don’t want to get in gear and do something, I think of how I can reward myself afterwards. That gets me motivated and I do what needs to be done, anxious to get the reward. lol. It works! Then I feel proud of myself when it’s done.

LadyGrace ·

@YourBuddyRandall Actually anything that makes you happy and feel productive. You get to choose what makes you happy. It's actually fun, like a game. That's the fun of it, as well. Give it a try. Always works for me. Maybe it's something like rewarding yourself with a bowl of ice cream, or a chocolate candy bar, or buying a book or movie you like. You can be creative.

LadyGrace ·

@YourBuddyRandall you can even distract your self for quite a long time by doing something you've never done before, like trying your hand at painting . No one says you have to be perfect or even good at it. But it's wonderful to play around with it and have the pleasure of just doing it. Or you could decide to paint a room in the house or redecorate your bedroom , or learn to play guitar. It's even super great and makes you feel wonderful, when you can go out and help other people. A lot of people out there are very lonely and would love the chance to have someone to talk to, or visit a nursing home and read to people or even sing to them. figure out what your talents are. Everyone has something and you never know what people like, so never underestimate your talents in helping someone. The most wonderful feeling in the world is when you help people and give of your self. Never think you are unimportant. There's always something one can do to help another person. Little things mean a lot! Make a cake and take to your neighbor or friend. Ask someone if they need you to get groceries for them. Visit an animal shelter and play with a lonely animal. Help someone who needs a lift somewhere. Many seniors need help, too. They are thrilled just to have someone to talk to in many cases.