Thank you for taking time to respond. The getting out in nature idea really makes sense to me. I love spending time outside, and am lucky to have the space close to where I live, and maybe visiting some local parks would give variety.

Thanks! I have been talking about it a lot, but I'm having a hard time figuring out what's a normal amount of wanting to just rest because I've never had so much going on at once before. I was thinking, after all the pressure of Xmas resolves, if I still feel off it's time to hire someone.

I feel that guilt from being to sensitive. And in a way, being sensitive and aware of it makes it seem like my emotional barometer is off. I really appreciate the suggestion you offer, like others, to set aside a time to do what all the "bad" feelings make me want to do and end it at a set time.

That's a good idea. There are probably things to explore that I haven't even considered, and looking around might be fun.

Thank you. It's nice to see that it's acceptable to do that every once in a while.I have such a hard time taking breaks that are just for me- maybe just blocking out the rest of the world for a day would be helpful to prevent this sort of burnout.

I feel so lucky that I have a wide support net, but maybe I can find a therapist or someone whose job is to just listen. Thanks for the suggestion!

Therapy is a great suggestion. Thanks!

Thanks! I think I may be burning out a bit, and should aim for more balance of doing things, including those that are more self nurturing.

Yes to this! I feel lucky to have lots of space & fresh air where I walk and it helps with feeling blah.

Thanks! The planning in of rest seems like a good idea. I tend to be "on" in all aspects of my life until I just burn out. There's so much to do, and so little time it seems. Maybe just taking periodic rests will help put it in a better framework.

Thank you!

Can you all give me your opinions on this? I tend to get a little depressed this time of year anyway, but have been really stressed due to chronic illness and work as well for about 4 months. Then this week, my dad ended up needing emergency surgery which ended up with some complications. Now, I feel like I'm on a…

How close is the exam? Maybe you don't have enough pressure to match your motivation & preparation yet? In the meantime do you have any tools to passively study, like audio or visual or game-type activities that don't require your full directed attention? When I was taking exams essential to my career, I started…

It would seem your second question may resolve the first, if you decide to go ahead with the move.

I've had mirena done & love it. Another tip if you do decide to get an IUD/IUS placed (by a doctor who's not an ass): ask for a local anesthetic. The combo of Advil, Tylenol, being in the right timing of my cycle, and a numbing shot to my cervix made the whole procedure a relatively low-pain experience.

Making sure they moved more than just the headstones has got to be a close third.

I like skinny jeans, but think it's just because the generally high spandex % makes them feel like pajamas.

If it makes up for this disappointment a tiny bit, remember: She-Ra's horse was a unicorn with wings.

Rats are the best. I have a guinea pig now, and she is untrainable and hates affection. My pet rat was smart enough to train, friendly enough to cuddle, and social enough to play.

Björk at the Royal Opera House