In The Funk
I was going to write all this stuff, stuff that just doesn't seem important right now. I'm getting into a funk again, I don't know why and it upsets me even more because it's throwing me off my course. I couldn't function yesterday and today while I got to work I am barely here. I just keep staring at the screen and holding back tears.
I'm back in a funk, I don't know how I got here but I am definitely stuck.
Yesterday I couldn't manage to do anything, even get off the couch. I couldn't even find energy to watch tv or do internet stuff. Instead of forcing myself out of it this time I gave in and gave up, for the day. I don't feel any better today.
It's funny, I didn't even eat badly, I just, gave up on everything for the day.
I don't know what is going on but I can't seem to pull out of it. I really hope it passes soon so I can pick up where I left off. I'm so glad I have therapy tonight.
Below is one of the few really nice moments of my weekend.
Sometimes it just happens, you fall into a funk. And sometimes you just have to “take the day off.” There’s absolutely nothing wrong with that. It doesn’t mean you’re lazy or a failure or a loser. It just means that your mind and body need rest. The next day is a new day. Sometimes the funk lasts longer than a day, but you have to keep telling yourself there’s always tomorrow. And when the tomorrows come, try not to dwell on the yesterdays. (((hugs)))
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Robin Reply:
October 27th, 2009 at 11:11 am
@Barb, I feel maybe I could have been on a better foot today but I slept horribly last night, I feel like crap. Then I went to get hose on the way to work and I got the extra extra big that were somehow still too small. How the hell does that happen? They were meant for women like 50 lbs bigger than me.
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Barb Reply:
October 27th, 2009 at 3:13 pm
@Robin, mislabeled? (((hugs)))
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Robin Reply:
October 27th, 2009 at 3:15 pm
@Barb, I sure hope so.
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It does happen to everyone. I had those kinds of days when I struggled with my weight, when I was losing, and now in maintenance. They aren’t fun.
I hope that you will just rest, relax, and reflect on your goals in life. Your funk will pass and then you will be ready to start again. Take care, Diane
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Robin Reply:
October 27th, 2009 at 11:12 am
@Diane Fit to the Finish, I’m trying, feeling awful just feels…awful…
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I hope today is going better for you, Robin. Therapy should do you good tonight. Have you watched Steve’s motivation for today? It had me in tears this morning because I had left the gym so defeated…so discouraged. It really helped me get my focus back. Just remember you’re a strong dedicated woman…you can do this!
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Robin Reply:
October 27th, 2009 at 11:12 am
@Josie, haven’t seen it yet, i tend to not remember to watch videos when i get home but i’ll try today.
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I find when I’m in “a funk” I just let myself be in it – comfy sweatpants and all! I’m no therapist but when I give myself permission to muck around in my crummy mood it seems to pass that much quicker. Hope you’re back to yourself real soon!
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Robin Reply:
October 27th, 2009 at 11:13 am
@Jane, i wish i could be home in sweatpants right now.
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{{hugs}} hope you are feeling better.
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Robin Reply:
October 27th, 2009 at 11:13 am
@Lori (Finding Radiance), thank you.
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The funk is tough. It really can get a hold of us, and when it does, it doesn’t seem to want to let go. Some people talk about faking it until they make it. I think that is just another way of saying “throwing off the funk”. I wish you the best at pulling out of this asap!
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Robin Reply:
October 27th, 2009 at 11:13 am
@South Beach Steve, once i figure out how to wake up today i hope to pull out of it.
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That sucks about the hose. It’s frustrating how we let stuff like that affect us and drags us even further into the funk. I’m hoping that today is much better for you, and that therapy did you well. You can do this, Robin!
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Robin Reply:
October 27th, 2009 at 3:16 pm
@Josie, I just really need a good night sleep.
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