Chronic Health Conditions Discussion and Support

The despair is also normal.

Are you using Moodscope or a similar facility?

Clearing up; don't think about clearing everything - I never do. Start with something very small, one table top one chair seat, a single shelf, even the sink. Be harsh, throw out everything that is not current. Don't try to sort for recycling, don't say "This might be useful later". Badly soiled items (plates, glasses, cutlery) get thrown except for the 2 or 3 bits you need.

Once you have done your target, take that bit of garbage out. Sit down with a cup of coffee and relax. Control breathing and mood. You might feel very tired but avoid sleeping or vegetating outside your set resting hours for as long as possible. Recover, reward yourself. If you can then start another limited clean up - but that is an extra.

Don't try to do everything. The object is to start a small project and get that done. As your recovery progresses then the projects can become bigger if you want. If someone offers to help, accept; but make it clear that you are doing one thing at a time and the helper is not to try to take over. You are the one succeeding - not your assistant.

Good luck,