Less stress and more Energy?!

Less stress and more Energy?

There are alot of things that seem to block me from getting things done, but my number one issue is my dad. He's getting older, has blood pressure problems, and works alot! He's ALWAYS tired and no matter what I do to try and help, things never get better. His every day routine starts with going to work and coming home to sit on the couch and watch tv. Even on his day off. I've tried talking to him but he just doesnt see what I see. He never gets anything done! Work is stressful I know. and the medication they have him on just makes him even more lazy or tired. He needs the medicine for his high blood pressure and depression, thats okay! but Is there anything I can do to give him a natural energy boost, so he will get things done? He is blocking me and him both from moving on with life.

Ugh this is a tough situation to be in. The first thing I feel I should say is that you should not let your father's situation stop you from moving on with your life. It's a hard habit to break I know but you have to live your life as well and you are not on medication and you are not living the life he is leading.

Since most of us are so connected to our parents, it's very difficult to watch a parent close into a shell and not enjoy life. Do you know or remember anything that your father liked to do at one time? Because he is your father, he may not feel comfortable talking to you about what he feeling or going through. He should probably be seeing a professional for that. Just doing things. Make plans to go somewhere or do something and invite him. If he says no, then I suggest you go and do it. Hopefully at some point he will join you. Another thing that may help is if you make plans for far enough in the future to plan for. give him at least two weeks notice for a county fair or a drag race or the orchid society meeting/show anything that you can plan for that you think he might be interested in.