My depression has gotten really bad this year. It’s largely due to my work environment and burn out. Quitting my job would be the best solution but it isn’t an option. I’m on antidepressants and in therapy. Neither seem to be helping. I’m depressed, stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, and really struggling to enjoy life. Usual coping mechanisms seem to have no impact. I’m trying to figure out a way to distract myself from what all is depressing me, but I don’t know how. I’ve lost interest and motivation for most hobbies, activities, and relationships aside from video games that allow me to disocciate. I have to find some way to manage for the next few years until I can change jobs. I’m a people pleaser and a perfectionist so my work efforts are tied closely to my identity. How do I unwind this? How can I find something to distract me from my work? How can I find something I value more than my work? Has anyone succeeded at doing this? My therapist keeps suggesting meditation and boundary setting, but this just isn’t cutting it. My mind constantly wanders back to insecurities about my work and my neverending to-do list. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
