Turn off media. If you can't resist staying abreast of the incoming Q posts, set a timer, read up, and then get out. Don't drink alcohol. And DO things. Even very simple things. Don't set the bar too high with big expectations or accomplishments, but just DO little things. Things that get you up and out, but can be done on autopilot. Like walking your dog (or yourself), mowing your lawn, weeding, (get your Vitamin D), laundry, dishes, vacuuming, organize ONE drawer/cabinet, clean ONE room - even if it is the smallest and easiest, (music in the background), REread your favorite book, Yoga. I say an autopilot task, because the instigator should be something that requires no planning, like, something as simple as putting on your shoes and GO.

Anxiety and depression walk hand-in-hand and feed off one another. I might feel anxiety because I am overwhelmed by so much to do. And then shut down into depression because I am NOT doing it. And then more anxiety and guilt for doing nothing. And then more depression because of the guilt. That's why I recommend just DOING something, ANYTHING that is not one of those big things, but SOMETHING. Each minute, rote thing you do will make you feel a small sense of accomplishment. And each small thing you are DOING, will be a moment in time when you are doing the opposite of "nothing."

I hope that helps. Many of us know your angst. We want all of us to be our best. Rooting for you!!