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Thistle

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Ever just not feel inspired. At all?!?

I know part of it is that I have been so busy at work since October, and I just want it to wind down. Profit Plan is done, and I just want the audit and tax provision to be complete.

Part of it is Never Ending Winter. It is snowing again today.

Part of it is pure exhaustion. I have been going to be earlier, but just not sleeping well at night. And all of the winter has led to lingering colds.

All of this leads to feeling boring and blah. I have not picked up a single spring item. Haven't had the energy to even look at my tucked away spring pieces, and I still need the heavy sweaters (wearing cashmere and a tee underneath for warmth).

If this has ever happened to you, how have you shook it off? Or just wait it out and eventually it warms up and auditors go away?

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Mo

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Posted about this just yesterday. Right there with you. And we have company
I'm looking forward to finally wearing my leather pants on Sunday for a birthday dinner celebration, at least.

columbine(erin)

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I get a boost from exercising and also have been wearing my new sandals indoors. It would be utterly impractical outside, but inside I can pretend it's Spring and have been trying a few new outfit combos in preparation for warmer weather. I like dressing for cold weather much much more than for hot weather, but even I'm tired of snow and frost now.

Sara L.

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I always get the end of winter blahs. None of my clothes look interesting anymore and I just stand in front of my closet every night trying to figure out what to wear. Spring in NM has big temperature fluctuations which make spring dressing hard (30 degrees in the morning to 70 in the afternoon). It's just too much work sometimes to figure out what to wear.

Peri

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Thistle, I was just wondering yesterday where you were!

Yes, major case of the blahs going around I think. What is inoculating me against it is the dread of building a summer wardrobe from almost nothing, and the shopping that will entail. It's making me quite content to be able to wear what I have now. But, I think you will find many companions in this mood.

Ginkgo

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When the auditors finally pack up and leave, can your family get away for a vacation, somewhere like a condo rental on a Florida beach? Where you can relax and get your vitamin D, and let DD dig in the sand?

rachylou

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I'm thinking I get very fuzzy-brained in springtime. Don't know what I'm doing, a little apathetic. I wouldn't mind stomping around and shouting *I really don't care.* I note that I've a haircut appt on Sat, tho; so it's about that time when things are starting to go to weed and need to be seen to.

Catnip

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Thistle, so sorry you feel unhappy. I often feel the same way, but can usually talk myself out of it. Not being able to sleep well at night is the worst. I recently forced myself (and I do mean forced) to go shopping, and that helped. Also, I'm getting my hair trimmed in a few days.

So hang in there. The weather is bound to improve.

viva

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I've been trying everything to deal with this, Thistle! I really know just how you feel!!!
First I tried eating Girl Scout cookies. That helped quite well while I was eating them, but afterward I felt terrible in every way.
Yesterday I tried Columbine's approach of wearing a new spring shoe indoors and that was actually very nice. It gave me such a lift not to put boots on.
Today I am wearing a bright springy tee under a jacket to add more color. I just could not grab a wool sweater. I also started a little exercise challenge -- nothing major, but a small challenge for myself of daily squats and pushups. I'm keeping a little calendar to track progress, just to make sure I move in a productive way beyond walking the dogs.
This weekend I think I am going to plant a little pot of grass seed and put it in a sunny window.
I'm finding I have to find creative ways to motivate myself right now, or I would have a lot of difficulty getting anything done at all. There is not enough sunlight, and every weekly weather report includes snow. It's becoming very, very hard to believe things will change. I really hope you find some tools to get yourself going.

adorkable

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Sorry to hear you feel this way. Even here in warm CA the start of DST gives me the serious blahs. Waiting so long for nice mornings and getting just a brief tease...

In addition to exercise, haircuts, wearing other clothes inside, I would say letting yourself off the hook for not caring is a good one. It's ok to not feel like it sometimes!

Suz

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Hugs!! And commiseration. Feeling similar here. Hoping it brightens soon.

catgirl

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Wow, you and I are on the same wavelength for sure.

gryffin

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Thistle - you are not alone!! We all have the the end of winters blahs!!! It's a wet mess out here, bitter swampy, muddy, snowy. I've been in the same two pairs of snow boots since December. So I am so with you. But spring will come and we will all be rejuvenated!! Stay snug, maybe try and scarf but dont' push it. Just do what's comfy. Inspiration will come when the weather turns and you know there will be lovley things waiting and since you are not shopping you'll be at the perfect time to refresh! Hang tough. Yours in snow and mud!!

celia

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I am feeling kind of like that also. Today was snowing again, I haven't been resting as much or as well as I should and frankly my sweatpants are looking mighty appealing.
I try to exercise so that I don't get depressed but in terms of fashion i join the crowd of "If you cannot beat them...".
As I work from home I have been doing it in the comfort of my lounge clothes, taking the opportunities I can to cuddle up with a book and just enjoying being without worrying too much about spring dressing.
I know that if you have to work outside of the house you have to actually wear clothes but my advice is for you not to stress about it. I am sure that when sun finally arrives we will be running like crazy to buy spring and summer clothes.

Kristin L

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I'm sending you a big hug Thistle. You sound exhausted to me. Have you been able to take time for yourself in the past few months? Even if it's just going and getting a haircut and a cup of coffee by yourself?

Karie

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Yes, I feel the same way! Seriously, I was just thinking those very thoughts this morning. I think it's the long, cold, cold, long, winter. It's just never ending - we're getting an ice storm right now. I just figure it's one of those "this too shall pass" things.

I think we should all put on shorts & tee shirts and dance around the house to The Beach Boys while eating ice cream cones, that'll cheer us up!

Beth Ann

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Oh yes, Thistle. I'm not having the easiest semester of teaching, am dealing with some smallish but irritating physical issues, and cannot. stand. another. day. of. winter!

My approach is to rest well, move more, and eat better. When I can, I try to spend time with friends. That is only possible because my DH works from home. I know it's tough when your child is young and wants you around at night!

Spring will come --- and style inspiration will likely follow!

Aquamarine

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Yeah, me too. Blech weather, winter bloat, etc. I am literally forcing myself to go outside every day but it feels ridiculous to still be wearing puffer coats, mittens, and hats in mid-March.

Angie

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Thistle, these feelings are natural and understandable. You have had THE WORST Winter. Try to get some extra rest, wrap up, and I hope that the warmth and sun of Spring is on the horizon. That will motivate you like nothing else. xo

Windchime

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The last few weeks before spring are rough. We're SO eager for spring but must continue dealing with cold, snow, and in my neck of the woods, day after day of overcast skies. I was in a grouchy mood today with zero energy. I'm sure it was weather related. Can you plan an overnight trip with your family to somewhere nearby? Maybe even a hotel in your own city? Or spend a good part of a weekend reading or watching movies at home? Or some other mini-escape that you enjoy?

Gigi

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Blahs here too. I think a lot of it is just having to wear heavy clothes for such a long time, and having the same weather day after day. We just had more snow last night. But most of it has melted. Spring will be here soon!