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Unless you are asocial when depressed

• euroderf 2y ago
  All the more reason.
  • Nevermark 2y ago
    As someone who has dealt with depression and probably always will, a socially engaging workout would eliminate any chance whatsoever of participation. Trying to force my muscles to move in front of other people, not to mention holding up conversations I don't have energy for, would be social torture. My process: puttering around organizing my space gets me moving - if I "waste" a day or two moving around, all the better. The vanishing clutter lifts my spirits. Then walks. Cardio VR games that are fun of their own accord. As I get more energy, I ramp up actual workouts. And start engaging with people again. -- Edit: But yes, as a preventative, I can see social workouts as helpful for overcoming a general exercise motivation gap. The same as for anyone. But it would have a tendency to backfire when an episode hit. I need to recover physical, mental, then social energy in that order.
    • euroderf 2y ago
      > puttering around organizing my space gets me moving I've done this myself. Three or four hours has seemed optimal. Time to meditate. On occasion a string of Reward Beers (TM) provides motivation and carbs.