I understand that I have to relax every now and then, however I am really struggling with it, being constantly in an endless loop of:

  1. Having a lot of energy and doing a bunch of stuff for a couple of weeks.
  2. Getting exhausted to the point I cannot control my impulsions and wreck my daily routine
  3. Try to rest only to fall in a depressive state for a couple of weeks.
  4. Collect myself up and repeat from step 1.

Trying to do low effort activities like watching a series or playing video games, is addictive, I stay up late without being able to stop, and end up more tired.

The hobbies I like require focus, and that’s what I am trying to avoid. Examples include programming and chess.

Going out with friends is nice but drains my social energy, after a couple of weekends out I need to stay in.

Chores sometimes work, but other times I feel guilty about the state of cleanliness of my home.

So, how do you relax/rest? Got a magic recipe? Are you struggling like me?

Edit: I just want to say this community is awesome, thanks for the support.

  • @GlitzyArmrestEnglish
    6•1 year ago

    I don’t have much advice at all, but I wanted to say that I am also struggling with this since you asked. It’s been especially rough lately for some reason; I haven’t fallen asleep at a regular hour in what feels like months. Unfortunately, the only few times I’ve been able to get restful sleep are in that depressive state, probably just from being emotionally drained.

    I hope that you’ll find some sort of peace/rest soon.