What To Do When You Don't Want To Do Anything?!

When we’re not feeling well we often don’t feel like doing anything. However, a simple fact is that getting out to actually do something often makes us feel a bit better. Sounds like a catch 22, right? 

How do we get out to do anything if we don’t have the motivation to do it? 

We often hold the common misconception that we need motivation in order to actually do something. The truth is, it is often the opposite. We have to actually do something in order to ignite the motivation. The first step is often the most difficult.

 

Are you at a loss for what to do? Here is a link to a list of 279 Pleasant Activities: 

Let's Get Moving!

Look over the list and pick something new that you feel you can actually do in this moment. Whatever time frame you think you can do it for, scale it back (if you think you can do something for 20 minutes, plan for 15). 

Know that taking that first step is the hardest, but once you start the activity, you may realize your motivation has increased, along with increased positive thoughts, emotions and physical sensations!