How to Deal With Low Energy and Motivation from Depression

[@kelseymathias3881]

Lack of meaningful connection with other people is a killer.

[@Woeisme2]

That's mine

[@kelseymathias3881]

@@Woeisme2 it's so difficult, I know

[@celestelamb07]

Tell me about it!

[@kelseymathias3881]

@@celestelamb07 I know, it is miserable!

[@altonwilliams17]

It is. I want connection so bad

[@iannorton2253]

I've always considered depression as a time thief; it's stolen years off me.

[@unlimitedbacon1811]

Stole my whole teen years. Heartbreaking to say the least..

[@rongike]

but maybe it saved you from making huge mistakes!

[@DjDiversant]

​@@rongike maybe its better to make teen mistakes than adult.

[@HopeLives2012]

So agree..mine tho is anxiety

[@colin6673]

Indeed. It's robbed my 20s from me.

[@PaulElmont-fd1xc]

I wonder how much of our depression is situational and results from the unnatural world we live in. We are taught from day one that we must be obsessed with money, being attractive and fitting in. We must work incessantly to pay for basic necessities. We are taught that rest and living in the moment are for the weak losers. Many of us have no family or, even worse, a toxic family. We--well, men--are taught to be unemotional worker ants. We have few or no healthy relationships. We eat very unhealthy foods because that's all most of us have access to. We are considered subhuman if we aren't super rich. We work as wage slaves in crowded cities surrounded by strangers. We must keep up with constantly changing technology and social norms. Our bodies are flooded with adrenaline and cortisol from constantly being on our highest mode. That is not sustainable.

[@R0mbVs]

Mickey Atkins really nails part of this with how capitalism can really make everyone's mental health worse

[@finlaycowan3681]

Well... you pretty much nailed it there 👍

[@lilyallen6411]

Ooh you should check out the Rat Park experiments. To sum it up, rats didn't choose drugs when their cage had fun activities in it. They chose drugs when they were bored, isolated, etc.

[@DjDiversant]

@@lilyallen6411 100% yes

[@C-Farsene_5]

This, one annoying nitpick from me is that women are well on their way to that same issue we men have

[@RoccoMax100]

I’ve come a lonnnng way from the deep depths but I have days like today where I just have learned to accept. Accept the low mood, zero energy, extreme tiredness, irritability and anxiety. Today is a day that’s nearing the end. I woke up, went to work, did a few house chores and have been sitting in my car for 30 minutes after running an errand. I don’t want to be anywhere or around anyone. But, I’ll go home, shower, get in bed with the idea that tomorrow May be better. In past times, I’d have stayed in bed for the day. Now, I just do the day and try not to beat myself up for an off day.

[@Kathy-z3r]

Yes I have felt frozen for what seems like 3 years. I will keep going. I cant sell and I am in sales.

[@spuds3689]

Depression isn't just a thief, depression is the world's best liar.

[@tibbar1000]

There is true wisdom in your comments!

[@Mmmmchocolate]

I screwed up my life so bad, even when I do get functioning somewhat again, all I can focus on is how badly I am where I am because of that past and I will never be where I could have, and all that wasted time!!! 😭😭😭

[@alicepirola7077]

RADICAL ACCEPTANCE is the only way out.

[@victoryamartin9773]

Ok, grieve that then, and make something out of the time you have left, unless you want to waste that too. It is your choice.

[@klanderkal]

I'm where you are at also...! I blew it so badly, it's too complicated to say in words. I finally got the job I wanted,.. only to blow it,!! 20yrs ...now I'm devastated. Depression is inhumane to suffer with. Everyday!! Unable to do anything

[@vibrantspree]

Living in the past or future is what causes anxiety. You DO have a choice to be in the present moment. Everything you do is a choice. Deciding not to choose is a choice. Try concentrating on the small steps to move forward. ❤

[@anneflammini8438]

I relate completely.

[@jessenewman6738]

Thank you for these videos! I’ve battled depression-insomnia-anxiety for past 30 years of my adult life

[@klanderkal]

@jessenewman6738 That is horrible!! It's been 10 months of suffering all. It's unbearable. And the sleep deprivation is causing more damages.. 😣

[@flipphone4755]

It feels like the only reason I do anything I’m supposed to do is because I don’t want anyone to bother me about not doing it. Chores, work, family stuff. All of it Is only obligation nowadays.

[@adrianguzman6563]

❤

[@anneflammini8438]

Yes

[@Malaikamuskan-v5z]

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

[@xx_-love-mags354]

Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!

[@ejmabrothers6743]

Yes, dr.porassss. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

[@ThailandLottery-vz3pm]

I wish they were readily available in my place. Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac. He's constantly talking about killing someone. He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.

[@xx_-love-mags354]

Is he on instagram?

[@ejmabrothers6743]

Yes he is dr.porassss

[@danieloleary1067]

I'm 75. Every night I go to bed at 11pm. I then lay in bed all night until dawn before I sleep. This is not hyperbole. I meditate, do body scans, relaxation responses...everything to sleep to no avail. Ive tried getting up at 7-8AM after no sleep. I'll stay awake all day and at eg: 7pm, sitting on the couch watching tv and the allof a sudden it's 7:50pm..ive fallen unconscious, asleep for 50 minutes...I'll the again be up all night. I can't change my circadian clock. I don't drink coffee, alcohol or do any drugs except those prescribed by my GP. I sleep from 7-8-9 am until 3pm. I hate this. Physical activity, walking, also KEEPS me awake. I am so depressed I wish I could will myself to stop breathing. I am so lonely and isolated. Life has no purpose, no meaning. Thank you for reading this comment.

[@Spunky072]

I hope that you find some inner peace and regulation with your schedule. It sounds very similar to what I’m going through as well.

[@danieloleary1067]

@Spunky072 Thank you for your kind words and compassion. I won't say hang in there, things will get better, because that's not true. I wish you well and sincerely hope you can find some solace. Depression, loneliness, isolation and suicide is an untold epidemic of the elderly.

[@victoryamartin9773]

@@danieloleary1067Have you used sleep aids? I started using Trazodone years ago as an antidepressant with sleep aid properties. I got to where I couldn't go to sleep w/o taking it. I've been weaning off for a couple years, just using up what I've accumulated, not buying more. At first, the cut back was horrible. I had night terrors and hours of insomnia. I've gotten to the place now where I have a rhythm that works on a low dose, and I'm able to nap during the day to make up for my early morning wakings. As horrible as it's been dealing with insomnia, I think having a sleep aid like Trazodone might be beneficial in adding a bit of restful quality to your life.

[@OnTheNette]

​@@danieloleary1067I'm very sorry to hear about your frustrating insomnia. Have you gone to a sleep clinic? I wonder why this pattern persists. Has it been like this for a number of years? I hope that over time your sleep can be restored and that you can sleep more peacefully at night again. Not being able to quiet the mind is difficult at night for many, especially seniors it seems. If someone is physically tired yet can't sleep, it must be the mind that is wired and wants to keep thinking... Also, can you join a group or two to meet others online and offline? If you have a certain hobby, perhaps you could meet some other nice people who you'd enjoy talking to and become friends with? I wish you well. I'm so sorry you are feeling as you do. You deserve peace, joy, quality rest, and feel like you matter, because you do!! 🙏🙏🙂🥰

[@PaulHedges-zy8vb]

@@danieloleary1067 Well there are always sleeping medications such as ambien and trazadone.

[@tibbar1000]

I commented on one of your earlier videos a few months back and you were kind enough to reply. This is just a quick follow up and thank you. I lost my job nearly a year ago. Along with the paycheck I lost a company truck and health insurance. For months I did almost nothing to correct my situation. Your video on the paralysis that sometimes sets in during such times was very helpful. I have gone into business for myself and I am very happy with my situation. You’re a good guy and you know your stuff. Thanks again.

[@ms.rlsteele351]

Wow! This explains so much of my situation, plus it explains solutions. It make so much sense. Now, why has my physician explained this vs. just telling me what to do. I simply don't do what I am told that I have to do if I want certain results. I am going to listen to this until my brain "gets it." Thank you very much.

[@rescuelover7891]

You have a great channel. My energy level is very low. I had mono two times in 1970. I noticed my lack of energy after that, and I was only 17 at this time. I also have general anxiety, which started around 10 years old. Fast forward to when I was finally diagnosed at 39. My husband passed in 2022, and I crashed. I took care of him at home for 6 months before he died of cancer. My psychologist said I was suffering from PTSD along with a profound grief, which is probably depression now. I know I have to get up and do things, but I have no motivation in my life now and have no purpose. All I want to do is stay in the house and do nothing. The amount of work I have to do in the house is so daunting the anxiety kicks in. This is all a new thing for me. I've always been Type A. I can't get me back. I am not expecting miracles. I am very pragmatic. I just can't get out of this deep well I am in. Nothing seems to help.

[@sophie47448]

You just told my life’s story. I feel exactly the same way and I lost my husband 15 years ago and the depression is taking over my life.

[@IamAloha]

Same , except it was my son who died in 2022 , I want to be in bed all the time . I have no goals , hopes , I guess I don't want to be healthy . I saw something called passive suicide , I think on another KZbin , maybe that's in my subconscious .

[@rescuelover7891]

@@sophie47448 My psychologist says it's different for everyone, which I know, but I am never going to be the person I was with my husband. I am thankful I am 72 so I won't have to feel this for years and years. Time does not heal all wounds. Blessings to you Sophie. I have never met anyone like me until your comment and truly hoped no one else experienced these feelings. I wish I knew where we go from here💖

[@KimRodman-x6v]

I enjoy watching these videos I have had ptsd starting at age 4, I'm 63 I've been through hell and back a few times my counslers have told me I'm the strongest most stubborn person ever I have alot of depression and anxiety but I have learned that less really is more I enjoy the simple things and always remember everything that happens in life are all memories for your future starting now thank you for being you

[@celpabedn]

Being 45 and never having kids is destroying me, I feel I will need couple of years to get my life together, I do not see the light at the end od the tunnel, living and dying alone is scaring me!

[@cwavt8849]

63 and in the same boat. My husband and I were never blessed with children. Now, my entire family is dead. I am desperately alone

[@Huckfintress]

I feel like I’ve won the lottery finding you & this channel. I’m going to hang up and listen now, but commenting more later.❤🙏

[@Vjaffacake-c6t]

Another good channel is. Therapy in a nutshell.

[@northern999]

Yoga Nidra really helps me when I have less sleep than my body needs.

[@Crazy_Cat_Lady_13]

Me too!

[@lovelyrainflowerfarm]

This is one of the only channels on KZbin that actually help with depression

[@JM-yu8pz]

Dr. Eilers, you are a GIFT to humanity. This is the most high value KZbin channel I’ve ever come across. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for all of your contributions to helping others. Your content has helped me so much.

[@skjelm6363]

This is a very important information I was missing! I can see now, why I struggled with my motivation. I lost the feeling and the trust that it is worth it what I want to do. Feels like a short circuit in my head. I didn't understood when I wanted to do something everything shuts down. And then on top my confusion with: *"Don't rely on motivation to get started" & "Motivation is to keep you going, not to get you going"* I didn't knew that and got it wrong all the time. Until now - Thank you!

[@skjelm6363]

sidenote: This resonates again with Victor Frankl that sense only evolves while doing something, there is (literally) no sense in doing nothing.

[@JF098]

Now I need a video on willpower

[@saltiestsiren]

And discipline, and how to do both these things without having a meltdown lol

[@Lisa-ht7jk]

Have you read David Goggins book? He helped me to force myself to exercise.

[@eyepodwalkman6247]

This 20 minutes of recommendations is more useful than what most therapists will do for you in a year.

[@stefgreen5237]

A series of connected naps is EXACTLY how I would describe my sleep, and I never feel refreshed or rested

[@pmc2999]

That's it! Exactly. I nap, just multiple naps. I can't remember the last time I slept.

[@GamerUnboxingDoctor]

Depressed people are actually realists because we live in a depressing world.

[@C.S.LewisDevotions]

To all who are overwhelmed or hurting-I pray that you find comfort and insight. May peace fill your life, and may your anxieties and fears give way to positivity and belief. Amen.

[@Dancingontheceiling771]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! I have been dealing with these feelings you have described here for a few weeks now. Feeling stuck is how I can describe it. I suffer and have been diagnosed with major depression, anxiety, adhd, and ptsd. However, because I have been in and out of counseling throughout many years (in right now), my depressed and anxious feelings have been under control for a while now, but because of a recent stressful situation I am living through. I started feeling a lack of energy and motivation. This video just put this feeling of being stuck into perspective. My husband asked me if I was feeling depressed. I said to him that it didn't feel like depression, but that I just felt stuck. Now I understand that I do have lots of motivation (my mind says, i would like to do this and that, but I end up doing nothing), but that I am seriously lacking energy. I have been skipping meals (lack of appetite) and not exercising at least a little, but as for sleep. I am able to sleep, but I wake feeling like I need more sleep. In other words, I can't get a restful, regenerating feeling from either my sleep or my rest time. I realized that for a few weeks now, because I was focused on my stressful situation, i skipped meals and snacks. I also stopped taking my daily vitamins, vitamin D because I don't get outside alot, B12, my protien shakes if I don't eat enough, and stopped drinking lots of water. I am definitely going to concentrate on these things starting today. One of my therapist once told me: you can't serve from an empty platter. My platter is certainly empty, and i need to fill it with things that will fill my well-being, not just for myself but to be available for my family and friends too. Prayers and well wishes to those of us who struggle with the daily challenges we suffer with these health issues. This video is tremendously helpful! Thank you.

[@junegagnon6506]

Yes, thief has been my story as well. I was told years ago that I most likely had fibromyalgia. My Doctor said that there is a theory that fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue are one in the same. You don't wake up refreshed from your sleep . My childhood was too stressed and then other stressors in adulthood. So it seems the bucket gets filled up. The trick is how to empty that bucket somehow. That's where I am trying to figure out how to empty it or if it's even possible to do that at this late time in life. I have listened to a couple of podcasts about chronic fatigue and it seems that there is something going on in brain when that gets better the chronic fatigue gets better. The past current theory is a virus or bacteria's have caused or triggered it. The mind and body work together, so it's likely we would have to work on both to get better. Sorry😂I didn't mean to write such a long message, but this has been such a long struggle for me and by reading your comment helps in knowing this is real for so many of us. Thank-you for sharing your experiences !

[@victoryamartin9773]

​@@junegagnon6506Another possibility is cPTSD, which causes many autoimmune deficiencies. Address and recover from the traumas, and the brain will get back online, and the body will get stronger.

[@zila626]

Hypersomnia is the one I need help with :( I'm so so tired all the time

[@laura.bseyoga]

This also works for burnout - tiny steps, lots of rest.

[@AMBELLINA77]

Depression is a thief of life.

[@klanderkal]

@AMBELLINA77 well said. I'm always thinking of how great life was before. I had everything that i liked .. a vw bug, a great career job, worked out/ swim Everyday. And just loved hanging out with friends and neighbors. Now, I can't workout/ swim, lost my Career job of 20yrs, can't visit anyone, ...life was stolen from me.... don't want to exist like this anymore. How is your life doing?

[@maureencameron4120]

Thank you for doing a video on this topic. I struggle severely with low energy. I wake up tired, am tired through the day, and only get transient relief with a (prescribed) stimulant. I do try and do the interventions you mentioned, but I find the reward is not there because the interventions don't seem to counteract the fatigue, and so then my motivation suffers. "I should go for a walk, but will I feel any less exhausted after 30 min..." That answer is invariably no. I feel the initial motivation - I would like to get back to work, like to be physically active, like to lose weight etc, but just can't seem to get beyond the exhaustion to do those things, so ultimately end up doing something that requires little to no energy, like watching KZbin or going on social media. What do you do if you can't get through the day without caffeine and stimulants to give you a boost, albeit transient, and when lifestyle interventions aren't working? Feels like a vicious and never-ending cycle.

[@littlebumgorf]

the answer is at 2:22

[@Wayfarer889]

You may want to have your iron levels tested. Iron deficiency is extremely common in women and I unknowingly struggled with it for years before it was finally diagnosed. It affected my ability to sleep, my overall energy and endurance, caused anxiety, worsened depression. . . All kinds of problems. It is possible to have non-anemic iron deficiency. It is only diagnosed by asking for a full iron panel from your doctor. It's not too expensive. (Low b6 can cause similar problems, but isn't as common.)

[@maureencameron4120]

@@Wayfarer889 that's a good point. I've definitely had low iron in the past, so it is a possibility. I will ask my doctor to check some bloodwork at my next appointment.

[@Wayfarer889]

@@maureencameron4120 I actually develop significant symptoms when my ferritin levels are on the low end of "normal", so I supplement with a goal of keeping it more toward the middle of the range. Best wishes to you for improvement!

[@sl4983]

Wow!!! What you said about sleep. 😭😭 I needed to hear that. 8 hours devoted, period.

[@experiencelifelittleone]

I have a really bad situation where I get disrespect in school a lot, I feel like being myself is a threat to my survival and safety. Also the school demands a lot academically and socially and you need to be really communicative. It's all the worse things I'm scared of. Idk if I can continue going to school in this situation.

[@saskiasia]

You can explore unschooling for example. Get to read John Taylor Gatto stuff, maybe Alfie Khan as well, it may guide you in your school situation. Schooling is toxic by default, no wonder you cannot cope. It is not a natural enviroment.

[@rongike]

it's okay to quit something that isn't working for you. if you do need the education tho you could look for an online school instead.

[@beauthentic7493]

If you can try to see a professional....you may have mild ADHD which can be draining and you may get temporary relief from medication so that you enjoy it more.....

[@soffie0876]

real, i have the same issues too. College admissions are coming and struggling to keep up. I dont want to be like this by the rest of my life. But i cant help it no matter what i do. Its hard

[@suzannegardenhire203]

Your videos are so so helpful because you speak and teach from experience. Thank you for your transparency and sharing the lessons you've learned along your journey.

[@hardasnails11b]

Thank you Dr Scott for the information you provided. You extend the life of this low income guy.

[@JenZen4life1111]

Thank you Dr. Scott. Your videos are soooo helpful, you have no idea how much you have made me look at things differently. I appreciate it. God bless. 👍✨❤️✨❤️

[@madeleineisabel1287]

Thank you for this video. In every video I watched with you I feel I always get to feel more normal and I can lower my expectations on myself and in that way I end up actually having a more enjoyable day and getting more of my desires out in action. Strange how it all works.

[@Brenda5060]

Rapid cycling from PTSD and Bipolar along with depression . Your video are helpful so when I don’t sleep I listen to you it doesn’t put me to sleep but it’s informative. Thank you for your videos.

[@Eddiedjvendetta]

The answers I've been looking for all my life. Thank you! On a side note, lately for energy I have been drinking warm water at the start of my day before I drink my cup of coffee. After my cup of coffee I would go back to drink warm water again to maintain my level of energy throughout my job. It has worked wonders for me so far, it has became my new "super drink".

[@DjgillyVW]

I wish that when I started having my stress and anxiety issues, I would have found your videos earlier. All the other videos I watched were of someone casting a calming spell on me, for lack of better words lol. I feel like I'm about to go into a deep dive on this channel and feel no shame about it lol!

[@ElloLoJo]

I've only started the video (90 seconds in) but already you have me challenging and reassessing myself. I believe both my energy and motivation are a struggle, but I believed my motivation was the far bigger issue. Listening to your framing, I think I may have been undermining my motivation at the moment and not focussing on my lack of energy. Excited to see the rest of the video and your understanding and tips!!

[@liamlynch2115]

42/M. I often feel fatigued, irritable, overwhelmed, stressed. It’s very uncomfortable daily. I did have a work related burn out a few years ago, but I think I’ve felt this way many times going way back.

[@pendulan_t]

Especially enjoyed the part about reward vs effort on motivation - I try to think of the 'effort' to the act of starting something, instead of the entire activity itself (etc: going to the park and doing just one loop on the jogging path, as opposed to going to the park and then spending half an hour there). Also, telling myself that I can always leave at any moment takes the pressure off starting, and shuts down a large chunk of the 'what-if's worst-case scenarios that pop into my mind. Of course, there are real-life obligations that I have to force myself through (and that I can't leave halfway through!), but when you can convince yourself to be less anxious, it's better to do that when able to instead of powering through. I feel like my anxiety makes me go through something akin to the reward vs effort calculation regardless of how often or how recent I did anything similar, and the way your explanation puts this process clearly into words was eye-opening. Thanks for the great video!

[@catgirlbot]

@DrScottEilers 🙋🏻‍♀️How do you live with the pain from severe childhood/teenage trauma, where from day one all you learned was to live in fear? What steps as adult can I take to get out of my disassociation & freeze response? Thank you so much for your videos!

[@carolyngreen1673]

I've just past your info on to my daughter and grandson, which I've never done before. Only because you are so relatable.

[@KarenanneT]

Thank you Dr Scott ❤

[@rosadelsol806]

I love the titles of your topics. You hit the nail on the head always!... And for the one of today, that is totally me... I struggle with low energy every day! Sometimes I also get trapped in the spiral of lack of motivation😩😞😭😭😭... Don't knowt what to blame. I am on meds. I need like 9 hours of sleep at least to get some energy... I hate this fatigue! Btw, Blade Runner!!! My favorite movie of all times.

[@michele0324]

I'm loving background version #4. And the audio which makes it easy to hear and understand your experience and wisdom.

[@pianodesu]

I recommend replacing coffee latte with hiqh quality organic Matcha Latte when it comes to caffeine. It makes so much difference as it gives energy kick that is long lasting.

[@jeffandrewstv]

I must not be using the Matcha correctly? I don’t get much of a boost from it

[@pianodesu]

​@@jeffandrewstv The higher quality of matcha/the greener it is, the more caffeine (dopamine energy) and L-Theanine (serotonin relaxation) it contains. I use 4 g per 350 ml cup. If it's lesser quality I add 6 g per cup. The storage of Matcha is important too, if you expose it to light, moisture, temperature fluctuation, over longer time it loses it's color and nutrients a lot.

[@anthonette-o1g]

i struggle so much with depression,anxiety,intrusive thoughts,narcissistic personality,. i love my daughters 😢 and i want to be with them until they have their own family i wanna see them grow.

[@mariannenapoles146]

So glad I discovered this channel.

[@TomyJantarCZ]

Hvala.

[@Sunshinysky432]

So true how important sleep is! Ugh I battle with insomnia from time to time.

[@sl4983]

I use zolpidem, it's a godsend

[@bahiretangul6698]

For me, You are the only person on this youtube world that explains everything so well and clearly that all of it makes sense! ( and I watch many other mental health channels as well). Thank you

[@M.Sforza]

I have neither…No motivation, no energy…

[@rongike]

that's probably bc your body doesn't trust you to take care of it, so it's not going to give you things that will make you abuse it. the subconscious (body) controls the conscious mind, not the other way around.

[@kennethcarvalho3684]

That means you are missing a goal or purpose in life so you might have to define it and build motivation slowly

[@M.Sforza]

@@kennethcarvalho3684 Well, who has the energy for that?

[@klanderkal]

@M.Sforza I understand! No motivation, No energy, No desire... nothing. Depression means you can't do anything at all. It's a forced action to get up to shower or check the mail. Any suggestions to do anything, are destroyed. Even things I know I used to enjoy, or really need to do.. . There no mental energy to do it. I just hate this illness 😣

[@ZinoviyaUlyanov]

Depression acts like a little narassistic in your brain. It saps you of your energy, insults you thus makes you have low self esteem, motivation, so on and so forth

[@klanderkal]

@ZinoviyaUlyanov very well said. Hard to find word's... you're were spot on. So on and so forth... so many more...

[@bernadettebockis4120]

You are an excellent man, outstanding in his field!

[@j.d.7569]

Thank you so much for this!! Your videos are so helpful ☀️

[@GildaLewarne]

Thank you for your inspiring videos 🤗🌻🌻🌻

[@rosadelsol806]

Thanks so much for your help.

[@rongike]

effort gets you started, motivation keeps you going, discipline reminds you to pause and be responsible.

[@andrewk1119]

Discipline gets you started, Discipline is doing things when you don't feel like doing it

[@rongike]

@@andrewk1119 then it still requires effort tho, I like to think of discipline in a calmer way

[@GeraldPeterBerces]

Thank you sir for teaching what to do to my self because everyone in my so rounding si may bad best best friend ni FB negative family I'm viral to FB because of them.Take you sir your the best friend of anxiety and depression people.Thank you so much sir doc. Scott I'm very in insomnia people like me

[@littlebumgorf]

the way you explained it at 14:30 makes so much sense. i'm scared of taking that leap of faith. i don't know if something is worth it because i've never done it before. replace the walk example with whether or not i should get a degree and it becomes a $10k+++ decision. and 16:08 made me smile... if life is just a big experiment maybe mistakes aren't so bad. thanks doctor!

[@kimsherlock8969]

Depression with pain is a huge battle. Meaning dealing with a specific health problem with extreme pain and depression . Physical pain can tourture . Difficult to distract .

[@kimmccreery6688]

Thankyou your information is very helpful. I am working to increase my energy by improving sleep quality and eating 3 meals a day instead of skipping breakfast!

[@sayakblader6018]

Thank you, this was very helpful 🫶

[@dianarising7703]

I 100% agree with you on sleep. I am one of those that has sleep disturbance when severely depressed. Even if I fall asleep easily, when I am depressed I wake up between 2 and 3 am with physical feelings that make it hard to lie in bed and go back to sleep. My doctor knows what medicine to add to my mix to help with sleep, but it takes weeks to start helping.

[@sherryfox1481]

Thank you ✌️ ❤️ 🙏

[@quarkCharm]

Thank you for this video! You helped me see it’s about energy for me rather than motivation. This was so helpful.

[@lpdzzlfshzzl]

This is the most awesome insight through and through. So helpful thank you for sharing

[@victoryamartin9773]

Heat is my energy sapper. Can't function in Summer. Doesn't help to lack motivation as well. Loneliness kills that. Where did all the real people go?

[@sl4983]

I run my AC at night

[@sl4983]

I was using a dating app for a while. It does help you meet people. Oh also on Meetup. I met a few girlfriends there.

[@Bluebird19-ll8su]

Yes! I hate the heat! It's hot here right now and it's even worse trying to motivate myself to do anything when I feel like a melted candle. No AC where I am.

[@liamlynch2115]

I’ve always said that too, I feel worse in the heat.

[@suzycue9278]

Excellent share. I will listen to for a second time.

[@Annalorraine67]

Wow I hit it right on the head….very hopeful now that I found u. I need your help

[@sylviaskinner6849]

Thank you so much. I am always tired and trying to get motivated. I’ll let you know how it goes. I’m going to give it a shot tomorrow.

[@PaulaMadar]

Thanks!

[@johncacciotti4980]

Thank you again for your incredible insight Dr. Scott

[@Spaydzter]

Thank you Thank you!! That felt like a short course I will benefit from applying!

[@ericar2856]

Like you sense of humor. You are great!

[@jonwhitney9559]

I'd like to see a vid addressing Intellectualization as a Defense Mechanism against feeling strong emotions and what one can do to stop this from happening.

[@jenniferborthwick4449]

❤️Thank you Dr. Scott!! This video in particular made sense to me! You are helping! From Pensacola,Fl. Just so you know I’m a real person!

[@sherrieh2062]

Brilliant explanation of motivation Scott! You truly nailed it…

[@quietStorm247]

Thank you, Dr. Eilers. You provide essential information!

[@deborahbull5968]

I always thought motivational was the start got to rethink this thank you you always make sense 😊

[@lynneylynne]

Thank you ! This is the kick up the butt I’ve needed ❤

[@spiritofclay3758]

I really needed this. Just turned 40 and it's been pretty damn tough..

[@funnymentalxxo]

It is a thief and for a long time I resented it. I'm a lifelong sufferer of a rogue brain, albeit high functioning. In the past six months I've realised the drugs don't work. After 28 years I've given all my psych drugs up. I got myself a coach, not a medical person, and the past two months have been hard but I'm taking control of the moving men in my brain.

[@keokelly7080]

Thank you Dr. Scott. This was very helpful.

[@Crazy_Cat_Lady_13]

This was helpful in making me see just how unwell I am currently - that I have no motivation or energy to do anything. Worrying, but not something I didn't already know, was just a bit of a wow, yes, I really am not in a good place...so, thank you?! 🙃

[@mick_js]

In an ideal world, I would get 8 hours of sleep. Instead I’m stuck in the rat race of “doing” until the second I lay down, so then I want to take back my time. Because I’m already exhausted but not sleepy, I’ll play on my phone, watch movies, or play my DS until midnight and then start over. I think our world doesn’t function in a way that allows us to get all our chores done, exercise, work from 7-6 PM (including commute), and have time for our hobbies/family. So I guess I’ll just stay tired on my 6 hours of sleep.

[@kellyshelley1427]

How do you get back to a normal schedule after hypersomnia?

[@mightymouse1005]

My husband and i used to walk every evening...he passed away

[@FullTilt444]

I am so very sorry for the loss you have experienced! I recently experienced it myself! It's a whole new level of hell,isn't it? I honestly feel 'broken'.I am lost...like I just got throw into the middle of an ocean with nothing but a piece of driftwood to hang onto..I've never felt so alone in my entire life..... Love and hugs to you....... everyday is a fight...I know....

[@sherryfox1481]

Prayers of comfort. And I hope you continue to walk, preferably at a park (if live in a city). Being in nature & breathing clean air helps tremendously!

[@DaPoofDaPoofDaPoofDa]

Thank you Doctor

[@joannebedford2]

Thank you for this information

[@alicebeaver1383]

You explained a lot here. Thank you.

[@kdjourney51]

Protective experiences and experiential experiences are important to relational healing to rise to out of depression. Maximum effort can produce fizzled results.

[@kennethcarvalho3684]

Very interesting.. I have desire but very low energy

[@brelyn87]

Have you seen any of the literature on the keto diet for depression, bipolar and schizophrenia? Currently at least four double-blind studies are in process and a significant amount of data showing success. I personally have had success with keto and am continuing to follow. The keto diet that I'm on is more of a prescription than a diet. It is high fat, moderate protein and low carbs.

[@lavernefuentes6357]

Thank you!

[@hollygirly490]

great points, too many words to say it

[@MsEco13]

This was really helpful and informative.

[@WideNerdy]

My dreams stress me out. They're not like monsters. They're like getting fired or failing classes (I haven't been in school in decades)