You wake up.
Nothing feels wrong, exactly — and yet, nothing feels right either.
Tasks that used to feel manageable now feel monumental.
This can be a sign of mild to moderate depression
Not the dramatic kind shown in movies.
The quiet kind. The slow drip.
Why it happens
Depression often interferes with:
- Reward systems
- Energy regulation
- Concentration
- Emotional processing
The “stuck” feeling
It’s not laziness.
It’s not lack of willpower.
It’s a physiological and emotional state where your system is trying to conserve energy.
What helps
- Start with the smallest possible task.
“Put on socks” is a valid goal. - Routine over motivation.
Motivation shows up after momentum, not before.
Name your emotional state.
It reduces self-blame.