Sometimes I really struggle with what to say on here. All over the blogosphere people are always talking about “authenticity” and how you should “blog from the heart” or whatever… but no one likes a whiny blogger. Right now I’m in this funk where I have trouble coming up with something to say. I’ve been trying to just blog about basic things that everyone can relate to (like yesterday, you guys totally blew me away with your cool comments!) but even then sometimes I feel like I have nothing worthwhile to blog about.
So let me just throw this out there: I’ve been feeling really blah this week. I feel whiny and distracted and unproductive. I’m itching for spring and SUNSHINE and actually exercising and finding some balance. I want to say that I need a break, but I took a break from the computer this weekend and things weren’t really better when I got back. I’m not really sure what the solution is other than trudging along.
I truly believe that sometimes you can choose to be happy, so I feel lame for getting in these funks. And I have a lot to be happy about. So here’s what I’d like to know friends: what do you do to shake the winter blues? Besides chocolate and telling yourself that spring is right around the corner?
Girl, I feel you. I have been in a funk that I cannot quite shake since December. What I just have to keep doing is forcing myself to look for the good around me. I actually even started keeping a gratitude journal where I list three things I am really grateful for from the day and three things that I did that was worthwhile and noteworthy. For those brief moments as I'm acknowledging the good around me and the good that I'm trying to do, I feel a little bit better. I'm fairly certain the cold and gloomy weather is ultimately to blame for this funk of mine. my final advice: While we can't control the actual sun, we can control the little bit of light we bring in to our lives.
I think you and me are pretty in sync. I was just about to post one of my whiny posts yesterday… just because I was so terribly frustrated about every little thing. I hate constantly waiting to get on with my life. I've had a couple of days when I was just sitting at home and writing in front a paper all day, and it really got my mood in a ditch.
I was so angry and I wrote a pretty angry post. But I'm glad I calmed down and didn't post it. I really know the blah feeling…
Anyway, it makes me happy to hear that you speak your heart :) Just remember that you are never alone!
hi love,
Yeah- this is a tough one. I think it all depends on what kind of funk you are in. What do you think would benefit you more- going out and being more active or taking time away for yourself. When I'm in a funk, I have to keep myself busy and not sit on the couch and watch flicks. It just makes it worse, in my opinion. I have to get up and work on projects and keep my mind busy, so that I don't upset myself.
Ya feel me girl?!
I've been craving springtime super badly lately as well! So last week I went shopping for cute spring clothes. Then, last night we made mai tais (the best tropical drink ever).
But it's gray and gross again outside today so… meh…
Come visit me in Houston! It's like constant summer here. Today, it feels like a Carolina May. No kidding!
I definitely feel like this sometimes. Funks aren't fun! When I'm in a blogging funk, I give myself a little time off and do something unrelated. I may read a book I've been meaning to get to, or try out a new, somewhat complicated recipe. Going for rambling walks usually helps me! There's so much wonderful inspiration out on the internet, but sometimes it can make you feel worse about your own lack of motivation, so getting away from my computer is the first step.
Anyway, these funks may come but they most certainly will go.
I hope you feel better soon!
xxx
I've been in such a blogging funk lately! It's not cool! But helping my sister with her wedding has given me some inspiration, so I am hoping to be back in full swing soon…As for the winter blues, ballet class usually puts me in a better mood, since, no matter the time of year, ballet is in a studio, not out in the cold or under a gloomy sky. :) Other than that, I am SO anxious for spring. I miss taking long walks.
Hey lady, you can blog about whatever you want to blog about! Don't worry about being a bit whiny for our sakes. Sometimes letting your feelings out can be a great place to start feeling better. Venting can be a good thing, and what a better way to do that than on your blog?
I've been through the winter blues before. Sometimes there's nothing you can really do about it. Winter depression is more common than people think. It's unfortunate, but I think all you can do is wait for spring. And keep counting your blessings! Spring will be here before you know it.
hi kate. i think as bloggers (or in my case – a blogger wanna be, ahah) we all go through that. being stumped on what to write about, etc.
but just in case you find yourself bored… i'm currently hosting a gift exchange on my blog if you're interested :) the theme is “handmade.”
also, there's a giveaway going on too… ending march 7th!
http://theymaysaythatimadreamer.blogspot.com/
dorothy
Hi kate. what helps me is to change my mindset by writing down 10 things i love about my life and then repeat them to myself. Also, with everything i do i tell myself what i love about it and why and within 1 hour (but often much less) life is great again.
I enjoy authenticity in bloggers – I think there should be more whining! :)
I've been in a bit of a funk lately, too; tired of being stuck in the house, tired of the weather, jealous of everyones trips to somewhere tropical, etc. I've been trying to find the fun in staying in by making movie nights full off Netflix, wine and popcorn. It kind of works, but I'll be glad when that sunshine comes around!
Even though I'm reading this late, I am feeling this way today! I really am ready for some change and some sunny days!!