Do you have a personal project you don’t seem to get round to? Here are a couple of self-analysis checklists. See if they help you think through what’s blocking you.
Finding the motivation to carry on
Lack of motivation is a key symptom of depression. Although depression has many causes we can’t control, we can certainly learn to help ourselves.
Where do you put the blame for your problems?
When we blame chaotically, we are very disturbed by others. When we organise our response, things become clearer and more peaceful.
Feeling you’re not doing enough
It’s common to get the nagging feeling that you are not doing enough. Activity is healthy, of course it is. But the obsessive need to win (or to avoid losing) is a different thing, and can lead to prolonged unhappiness.
Sharing how you feel
There are good reasons not to share how we feel. But, if we learn to do so, we can be surprised by the relief it can bring.
Mental health: coping with feelings of panic
Feelings of panic can be very unpleasant, and hard to shift in the short term. But there are a few simple actions which can help.
