Tips for being at home on sick leave/ disability?

[Deleted member 47099]

If you want gentle guidance for routine stuff like housework I used to follow flylady routines. Just someone giving me options for how much energy I had on the day but managing the rota of household jobs for me.

Hi Mee, thanks for this. I tried the flylady thing once ages ago... I would guess about 10 years ago - was she around then? I don't remember a "how much energy you have that day" aspect to it back then... maybe it's something she's introduced since then. How does this aspect of it work? It sounds like it might be helpful.

(Having said that, I've tried so many different household "helper" things and most of them trigger and stress me (too many memories of being made to do household chores during childhood trauma)... So I'm ambivalent about trying flylady again...)

 

[Changing4Best]

With chores, I do a little bit, rest, do a bit more, etc. I am working on it a little each day.

 

[Deleted member 47099]

I'm going to aim to add half an hour of dancing per day.

Just silly/ fun dancing to music on the radio.

I hate most types of "sport/ exercise" but dancing is such a good cardio activity for me and it's great for easing tensed up fibro muscles and it makes me laugh and smile and grin and giggle and be in a good mood.

I find I don't do it often tho, unless I actively make time for it... So that's my aim for this week and beyond.

 

[Freida]

I'm still caught in a huge push-pull dynamic (must/ should do work tasks vs. want to rest and sleep).

I guess a push-pull dynamic like that is going to be a bit messy, no matter how "well" you try and adress it.

I guess as long as I'm getting some of the things I need to do each day done, and getting some rest and recovery each day, I'm doing okay.

Yep - me too It's a beotch to learn because it is so ....not us. But it does get easier - honest :)

 

[TruthSeeker]

FIND YOUR PASSION! Then use it to generate income, which motivates me to get up early, and work during my best hours.
These are all things I have done...or I am currently doing.
1. Become a virtual assistant....lots of people need computer work online....I have hired 2......and for the right price, it's a job that lands you a pmt in a PayPal acct-work from home...in your PJs. Pay is not great...but it's more than 0. Good virtual assistants are a valuable resource.
2. Many people here are "creative" artistically, musically, photographically or in writing. You can start your own business for teacher authors by creating an educational store selling instructional videos, educational worksheets, or write and sell your own teaching materials on a site that helps teacher authors promote their own materials. I have a passion for this....and love hearing the chi-ching on my phone when I make a sale.

This is no promotion for any one particular business...it is how I stay sane and avoid getting "stuck" at home....I generate income from home. My investment cost is well under 100.00. PLUS- I get a tax deduction on printers, my computer, IPAD, paper, and a room in the house.
3. You can also create stuff for Etsy-like clipart.....that is downloadable. Downloadable items have 0 storage for inventory, sell themselves, and in a divorce, they are worthless-so your x spouse can't take your business. Some folks sell photos, some use their photos and make teaching items, some write online task cards.....honestly....if you research, you can find a way if you really are motivated.
4. If you're artsy....creating your own stuff is empowering...and sell at educational sites or on Etsy can be profitable. So....this is how I stay sane, and stay ahead of the economic issues....I work in my PJs-and I'm retired-sounds crazy but having a purpose in life is critical for balance!

 

[Kamorth]

I have set myself a schedule that allocates certain times for certain hobbies. I spend my 8 work day hours split evenly between sewing cloth masks for the local homeless shelters and hospital and needle felting and beading to build up stock for the farmers markets when they're an option again. I feel like I'm being productive and helping my community during the lock down and needle felting is my go to craft for stress relief anyway. There's something about stabbing a lump of wool into submission that's just so soothing.

 

[Wonder Woman]

I have set myself a schedule that allocates certain times for certain hobbies. I spend my 8 work day hours split evenly between sewing cloth masks for the local homeless shelters and hospital and needle felting and beading to build up stock for the farmers markets when they're an option again. I feel like I'm being productive and helping my community during the lock down and needle felting is my go to craft for stress relief anyway. There's something about stabbing a lump of wool into submission that's just so soothing.

Hi, Kamorth. You are definitely helping your community. Such a beautiful use of your skills and talent. To bless others when we ourselves are struggling can often be a blessing to us as well. Masks are certainly in short supply. Meaning your masks are needed to prevent the spread of this deadly virus. Bottom line: You are saving lives. You are a Hero!

I agree with you that establishing a schedule and routine is important. I also think it's important for your schedule to be flexible, and for us to be gracious with ourselves when our symptoms throw that schedule out of sync.

 

[TruthSeeker]

With chores, I do a little bit, rest, do a bit more, etc. I am working on it a little each day.

Here, you can drive to relax...so I take my camera and go when I can't stand it anymore. Helps trememdously....I'm not a stay at home person.

 

[Truthful_Whispers]

Sleep as much as you can, and when awake, keep your mind busy.