How to stay motivated whilst sad?

KersRhi99
KersRhi99 Posts: 1 Member
edited November 21 in Motivation and Support
Hi all -
So, I've been going through a lot recently (general family/boyfriend/school problems) and could do with some advice. How the hell are you supposed to stay super motivated when all you wanna do is curl up and cry? I lift, but I just can't muster the enthusiasm for anything right now.

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  • RaeBeeBaby
    RaeBeeBaby Posts: 4,246 Member
    Try doing some yoga. That helps me to get centered and more balanced, even when I'm feeling blue. At least you're doing something for YOU!

    Here's a good one:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sxddnugwu-8
  • skymningen
    skymningen Posts: 532 Member
    What I did today was exercise out all my frustration. Let it fuel me. And after I used this fuel up I felt cleaner and calmer. It does not resolve anything, but I also know I will add to my frustration if I miss the training because of it. But at the same time, sometimes you also need to allow yourself a day off. A day to curl up and cuddle your childhood teddy. You can't always be motivated. You sometimes need your strength for other things. Or need to find it again. Nothing wrong with that.
  • Kathryn247
    Kathryn247 Posts: 570 Member
    Remember that eating won't make you less sad. A giant brownie sundae (or whatever you go-to treat is) sounds comforting, but it doesn't really work.
    Going for a gentle walk is also good - it doesn't take much motivation to Eeyore your way around the block, and you get fresh air and quiet time with it. I struggle with this too, it's okay, and will get better!
  • busyPK
    busyPK Posts: 3,788 Member
    I continue to exercise and log my food when I'm feeling down because it's something I have control of. When I went through a bad breakup and the emotional aftermath, having control over making myself healthier/losing weight helped me.
  • Sheisinlove109
    Sheisinlove109 Posts: 516 Member
    Life, is well...life. Took me a lot of years to realize that being more fit is what makes me better able to handle all the crazy that comes my way. I'm not saying you're not allowed to be sad or to ignore the hurt but turn that stress into fuel. Stop sweating the things that won't matter in ten minutes. Now when life gets hectic, I go take it out on the gym. Some of my personal records are from days where I went in the gym exhausted and unmotivated and it was the last place I wanted to be. For food, don't buy the junky it's just easier. Just know you're stronger than you think.

    If it's more serious than the blues, please seek help.
  • WanderingRivers
    WanderingRivers Posts: 612 Member
    I have depression so I'm always down. A lot of the time I carry on through sheer stubbornness and spite. Though to be fair, I don't have the healthiest coping mechanisms.
  • TnTWalter
    TnTWalter Posts: 345 Member
    long walks with music or bike rides...get the endorphins going for mood...but do something that is easy and enjoyable for you and doesn't feel like 'exercise' ....
  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,463 Member
    You don't have to feel enthusiastic to work out. Follow the same schedule as before. Most people find that the workout takes their mind off things and helps them feel better physically and mentally.
  • bbell1985
    bbell1985 Posts: 4,571 Member
    I don't know. Last year was terrible for me, especially in the fall and winter. I would go to the gym and literally just...cry. In the middle of the gym. I don't know how I got through those workouts, but I never missed one. I'm too stubborn. I won't be a person who misses training.

    That didn't help...sorry.
  • 88olds
    88olds Posts: 4,534 Member
    Exercise does great stuff for your brain.

    Anybody can work out when they're super motivated. But if fitness and weight loss actually required motivation, no body would make it. Motivation is fleeting and unreliable.

    From now on you are going to work from habit, discipline and determination. Habit speaks for itself. But sometimes good habits need to be defended. You don't feel like working out, but it's that time of day. You don't want couch sitting to find its way into your time slot.

    The root of discipline is belief that your program will get you the results you want. Determination sees a long term project through to completion.

    Summon some determination. It's there.

  • GemstoneofHeart
    GemstoneofHeart Posts: 865 Member
    Yesterday I wasn't feeling so great and I took a walk and listened to an uplifting podcast about the topic I was upset about. It gave me a chance to think and reflect.
  • ContraryMaryMary
    ContraryMaryMary Posts: 1,780 Member
    I run.
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