How do I motivate myself and generally be happier?!
Question: Ok, so for more than 6 months I have generally fealt unhappy. I would say I am mildly depressed, but it's not like I don't get out of bed and go to work or never leave the house. It's just that I never truly feel like doing anything. Almost like I make myself go places and do things just because.I live paycheck to paycheck, which bothers me. Not to mention my car broke down 4 months ago and I haven't had the cash to get it fixed till now, so that bothers me. Now I have to wait for my Dad to fix it and he tends to procrastinate. Getting a second job would be an option for money, but not without a reliable car. It's like I feel like a robot or a zombie who is just floating through life, and I just want to feel human again. I want to get excited about things and love life like I did when I was younger (I'm 26). I refuse to go on any meds for depression, I just don't believe in them. I know I should see a doctor, but I don't know if my insurance covers it. Any positive feedback welcome.
Answers: Ok, so for more than 6 months I have generally fealt unhappy. I would say I am mildly depressed, but it's not like I don't get out of bed and go to work or never leave the house. It's just that I never truly feel like doing anything. Almost like I make myself go places and do things just because.I live paycheck to paycheck, which bothers me. Not to mention my car broke down 4 months ago and I haven't had the cash to get it fixed till now, so that bothers me. Now I have to wait for my Dad to fix it and he tends to procrastinate. Getting a second job would be an option for money, but not without a reliable car. It's like I feel like a robot or a zombie who is just floating through life, and I just want to feel human again. I want to get excited about things and love life like I did when I was younger (I'm 26). I refuse to go on any meds for depression, I just don't believe in them. I know I should see a doctor, but I don't know if my insurance covers it. Any positive feedback welcome.
Sometimes I get stress and depression too. However, I normally solve it throw transcendental meditation. It may sound ridiculous, but it actually helps your psychologically enigmatic mind. I recommend going to a professional that can teach you to ritual a perfect meditation, that's what I did at a nearby community center (this would mean a very very low budget :D).
I often feel the same way, and I didn't want to go on meds, either. I ended up doing it just because it made life easier for everyone around me. I'm supposed to be able to get off them once I've got myself sorted out. So they say.
Anyhow, at least it makes it easier to get up in the morning and not worry as much. Living paycheck to paycheck is always hard, but most people have to do it. At least you're willing to work hard - that's commendable.