I frequently get trapped in a slump, which I have gone into many times on here. Between my rheumatoid arthritis and poor mental health, it becomes all too easy to fall into a slump, and struggle to get out of it. Some things do help though.
- Admitting I was in a slump– One of the things I am bad at is burying my head in the sand, pretending things aren’t as bad as they actually are. Recognising a struggle, is the first step to getting things moving again.
- Doing one embarrassingly small task- Make the bed, have some breakfast, do the laundry, read a chapter of a book… Doing anything, and recognising that tiny thing, is a step forward.
- Messaging someone you haven’t spoken to in a while- I am awful at texting people back. So doing a quick ‘how are you’, can be great. I also have a lot of friends I chat to on social media, and chatting away with them also can help.
- Letting myself do nothing- sometimes, when you are exhausted and have had a hard time, you may need a break. When these times come, forcing yourself to do something, may end up just making you feel worse. So, be kind to yourself.
- Noticing a good moment– I am really bad at recognising the good stuff in life. It doesn’t have to be anything momentous, but can be having something for dinner you really like, or watching a TikTok that made you laugh. Anything that adds a bit of light to your day is good, so take time to recognise and enjoy it.
- Writing down your feelings- it can be hard to speak about your struggles, so sometimes it is beneficial to write things down. It may be in the note app on your phone. A notebook. A private online journal. It is always good to get the nonsense that’s in your head out.
What helps you with motivation? What kind of things make you feel better, when life gets hard?
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Loved your list Sue! I agree, small moments, those really help