Depression is a mental health state that affects thinking, energy, feelings, and behavior. It is a very common mental health condition that affects 1 in 10 people at any point in time.
Depression can drain out your motivation to perform even the simplest of tasks. Studies say depressed people have a tough time finding the motivation to go to the office, hang out with friends, or even have food.
Signs of depression can range from mild to severe. It can be chronic or can happen as a one-time event caused by traumatic life issues such as a death in the family, breakup, or financial crisis.
Sign & Symptoms of depression include:
Depression can drain out your motivation to perform even the simplest of tasks. Studies say depressed people have a tough time finding the motivation to go to the office, hang out with friends, or even have food.
Signs of depression can range from mild to severe. It can be chronic or can happen as a one-time event caused by traumatic life issues such as a death in the family, breakup, or financial crisis.
Sign & Symptoms of depression include:
- reduced interest in normally pleasurable activities
- insomnia or disturbance in sleep pattern
- inadequate self-image
- anxiety, impatience, or lack of energy and weakness
- difficulty in focusing and attending to usual tasks
Set small, simple goals.
Set small, easy goals. If the idea of doing something seems terrifying, start with a low-key. Set small and easy goals. As you meet these goals, you can continue adding more on top of them until you finally achieve all of your goals.
Practice self-compassion.
If you hit yourself up for being so unproductive and slow, you're going to keep yourself feeling like crap and thus, paralyzed. Rather try using some encouraging words you might use for a friend or loved one.
Imagine how you'll feel after the task.
Getting in the shower, going for a walk, preparing a meal, or hanging out with a buddy seems like a very serious task if you focus on the energy involved. People who are depressed usually have low self-efficacy, which means they have low confidence in their ability to do tasks. As such, they feel overwhelmed and avoid doing such tasks. Have low expectations for yourself within the task, and imagine how you feel after the task rather than during.
Ask for support and help.
Some of us have difficulty in holding ourselves accountable at the best of times. Disclose to someone you trust, and ask for their help. Ask your buddy to hold you to your promise. Ask your partner to join you in a Zumba class. Schedule a counseling appointment, or have a Spa Session.
Recognize your courage for moving out of your comfort zone.
As painful as it is, depression can become content in a devil you know kind of way. You know the pain, you're in the pain, you can predict that tomorrow will be the same. The thought of moving out of this comfort zone can be pretty anxiety-provoking.
Steven Hayes, a psychologist whose practice I value, said, "If you keep doing what you've always done, you're going to get what you've always gotten."
Socialize more often
Embrace positive relationships, encourage people to socialize with you when you feel up for it, and keep suggesting a chance. Helping someone in need will surely enhance your mood and encourage you to get out of bed the next day. Plan a house party with your colleagues or go for dinner with your team or family or friends.
Depression and motivation
Lack of motivation is a symbol of depression, but the cause is not definite. For example, you may lack motivation if you’re having problems coping with an issue in your life or feeling something that affects your self-confidence.
If depression is subject to your lack of motivation, you may find that your level of motivation is linked to how depressed you’re feeling. If you or a loved one is feeling a lack of motivation due to depression, there are ways to improve the situation.
So, if you are able to do something different, compliment yourself. There's a big chance whatever you're experiencing may come with anxiety because anxiety brings uncertainty. It may be telling you you're walking out of the usual routine of depression, so recognize your courage and try to bring such experiences forward in your journey.
When to seek help
If you or a loved one is experiencing depression, and have trouble feeling motivated and normal. Counseling may help. If your mood and motivational level don’t get better, it's time to talk to a mental wellness coach.
If you or any loved one are struggling to get motivation while going through depression, get support. ReLive-Because YOU Matter can help you talk through any tough feelings you're dealing with.
To get more insightful pointers and hacks you can follow me on Instagram & Facebook - @relivewithsangeeta & ReLive-Because You Matter
Set small, easy goals. If the idea of doing something seems terrifying, start with a low-key. Set small and easy goals. As you meet these goals, you can continue adding more on top of them until you finally achieve all of your goals.
Practice self-compassion.
If you hit yourself up for being so unproductive and slow, you're going to keep yourself feeling like crap and thus, paralyzed. Rather try using some encouraging words you might use for a friend or loved one.
Imagine how you'll feel after the task.
Getting in the shower, going for a walk, preparing a meal, or hanging out with a buddy seems like a very serious task if you focus on the energy involved. People who are depressed usually have low self-efficacy, which means they have low confidence in their ability to do tasks. As such, they feel overwhelmed and avoid doing such tasks. Have low expectations for yourself within the task, and imagine how you feel after the task rather than during.
Ask for support and help.
Some of us have difficulty in holding ourselves accountable at the best of times. Disclose to someone you trust, and ask for their help. Ask your buddy to hold you to your promise. Ask your partner to join you in a Zumba class. Schedule a counseling appointment, or have a Spa Session.
Recognize your courage for moving out of your comfort zone.
As painful as it is, depression can become content in a devil you know kind of way. You know the pain, you're in the pain, you can predict that tomorrow will be the same. The thought of moving out of this comfort zone can be pretty anxiety-provoking.
Steven Hayes, a psychologist whose practice I value, said, "If you keep doing what you've always done, you're going to get what you've always gotten."
Socialize more often
Embrace positive relationships, encourage people to socialize with you when you feel up for it, and keep suggesting a chance. Helping someone in need will surely enhance your mood and encourage you to get out of bed the next day. Plan a house party with your colleagues or go for dinner with your team or family or friends.
Depression and motivation
Lack of motivation is a symbol of depression, but the cause is not definite. For example, you may lack motivation if you’re having problems coping with an issue in your life or feeling something that affects your self-confidence.
If depression is subject to your lack of motivation, you may find that your level of motivation is linked to how depressed you’re feeling. If you or a loved one is feeling a lack of motivation due to depression, there are ways to improve the situation.
So, if you are able to do something different, compliment yourself. There's a big chance whatever you're experiencing may come with anxiety because anxiety brings uncertainty. It may be telling you you're walking out of the usual routine of depression, so recognize your courage and try to bring such experiences forward in your journey.
When to seek help
If you or a loved one is experiencing depression, and have trouble feeling motivated and normal. Counseling may help. If your mood and motivational level don’t get better, it's time to talk to a mental wellness coach.
If you or any loved one are struggling to get motivation while going through depression, get support. ReLive-Because YOU Matter can help you talk through any tough feelings you're dealing with.
To get more insightful pointers and hacks you can follow me on Instagram & Facebook - @relivewithsangeeta & ReLive-Because You Matter
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