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soph ([personal profile] sophia_sol) wrote2022-02-01 03:05 pm
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You've probably noticed my lack of book reviews all January! I've just been so exhausted of late and I don't know why. Nothing has really changed in my circumstances, but regardless, for the last few weeks I have not had the energy to read any books, or work on any of my hands-on hobbies, or anything really. I started a new personal data organization project, which is the kind of thing I usually find deeply relaxing and enjoyable, and I can't work up the energy to even work on that. The idea of doing things is overwhelming.

idk I hate this. I want to do things again. I want the notion of doing things I love to spark joy again instead of dread! And I want to know what to do to fix this!

But I know that for me at least, trying to push through and do lots of things anyway is not the right answer; when I am exhausted like this then trying to do things beyond what I feel up to will eventually lead to a sobbing meltdown.

The last time I experienced a patch of this kind of inexplicable malaise, I went to the bother of getting blood tested and everything was fine. And then it just went away after a while. So I guess I'm just gonna... have patience with myself for a little longer. Sigh.
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[personal profile] china_shop 2022-02-01 08:31 pm (UTC)(link)
So I guess I'm just gonna... have patience with myself for a little longer. Sigh.

That's so hard. *much hugs*

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[personal profile] sophia_sol 2022-02-01 08:36 pm (UTC)(link)
*hugs back*
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[personal profile] oracne 2022-02-01 08:44 pm (UTC)(link)
Patience sounds like a good plan. I hope you feel better soon.
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[personal profile] schneefink 2022-02-01 10:16 pm (UTC)(link)
That sucks. Fingers crossed your exhaustion will lift soon.
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[personal profile] aria 2022-02-01 11:40 pm (UTC)(link)
Ugh that sounds both difficult and boring, I'm so sorry and I hope it passes quickly! In the meantime, I'm glad that you know your own limits and are taking care of yourself <3
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[personal profile] chestnut_pod 2022-02-02 12:40 am (UTC)(link)
Many cups of tea and warm feelings to you <3

I'm glad you are taking care of yourself.
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[personal profile] kiki_eng 2022-02-02 01:56 am (UTC)(link)
That sounds so frustrating. I hope things shift back shortly for you. ♥
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[personal profile] yuuago 2022-02-02 02:24 am (UTC)(link)
Patience sounds like a good plan. Hopefully some rest will help your joy come back. :)
Up here, the lack of sunlight has contributed to a general sense of malaise; I've been feeling similar lately. It sucks!
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[personal profile] pauraque 2022-02-02 12:56 pm (UTC)(link)
Ah, that sucks. I hope it turns out that all you need is some rest. <3
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[personal profile] lirazel 2022-02-02 02:44 pm (UTC)(link)
Gosh, that kind of funk is just the worst. I'm sorry you're dealing with it and I hope it ends soon. Perhaps seasonal depression? Be gentle with yourself!
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[personal profile] jesse_the_k 2022-02-06 12:13 am (UTC)(link)

Sending extra-delicious tea and extra-comfy blankets. Since you're wisely settling in to wait it out, why not be comfy?

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