I am feeling so unmotivated and lifeless

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Registered: 03-26-2003
I am feeling so unmotivated and lifeless
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Mon, 08-08-2005 - 2:38pm

I don't know what is wrong with me. I am trying to talk myself out of going to the gym today.
I have pms and feel horrible. I feel fat and bloated and want to lie around on the couch eating junk......

I hope I get out of this funk soon.

Melissa

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Registered: 03-15-2004
Mon, 08-08-2005 - 2:56pm

I've been there, Melissa and I'm sorry you're feeling that way. It happens to the best of us. When I get in a funk like that, I try to get myself excited about my healthy habits again. I'll try a new healthy recipe, get some new music for my mp3 player, get new tennis shoes... just a little pick-me-up to get me jump-started again and that usually helps.

On the flip side, maybe it would help to take a week off? Just let your body rest and recuperate and get back at it next week.

Also, I saw a post of yours on another board and tried to email you, but it got sent back to me.

*hugs* Hope you feel better soon.

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Mon, 08-08-2005 - 3:08pm

Force yourself to go, you'll feel much better afterwards. Maybe you could go for just a quickie or go do something totally different from your regular routine. Can you go for a walk outside? Sometimes sunshine and fresh air makes me happy. Sorry you're feeling blah. I think we've all been there done that.

Paula

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Mon, 08-08-2005 - 3:08pm

Oh wow, really? Try this email. Atlantabravesfan29@hotmail.com..don't ever get email through my profile.

Thanks for the words of encouragement. I have to teach Tuesday and Thursday.....but maybe I should stay home tonight. I feel like screaming tonight....thanks so much for responding.

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Mon, 08-08-2005 - 3:36pm

i'm in the camp that if you really don't want to go, you should just take a break and not go. especially since you have to teach tomorrow.


hope you feel better!

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Mon, 08-08-2005 - 5:24pm
I took a walk, then it started pouring the rain... being outside did help.
Thanks!
Melissa
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Mon, 08-08-2005 - 5:25pm

Hi Jen,
I didn't go to the gym, but I did go outside and took a short walk...
I am taking it easy today.

Thanks,
Melissa

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Tue, 08-09-2005 - 2:18pm

Melissa, I feel like that when my iron dips a day or two before I start.

~Kiervin~

Co-author of:  MONSTER'S INK HORROR ANTHOLOGY By Cyber-Pulp Press

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Wed, 08-10-2005 - 10:12am

Thanks, I appreciate that because it is how I feel right before my period every month! I mean, all I want to do is completely veg out in my bed. I can't do that either teaching my classes and having 3 kids ! I will mention it to my doc.

Thanks again,
Melissa