The Impossible Task

[Infinity1199]

Have you guys ever had one of those days where you feel stupid? like you forgot how to do the simplest things that you usually do every day? I don't know what's happened but I've felt like an idiot for weeks now.

I'm a full time VCE student so my days are pretty stressful, but for weeks now I've just had trouble focusing in class. which is pretty scary considering I'm a massive nerd 🙂

I also work part time and I'm honestly scared to go now because of all the mistakes I've made. I think my boss thinks I'm a total idiot because at the end of the shift she gave me this long lecture about how my head shouldn't be up in the clouds and that working for her should be my number one priority. honestly guys I'm a peaceful person but that would've been a FU lecture if I had the opportunity.

Do you guys think you could help me out? maybe I'd feel better knowing I'm not the only one.

[Roobot]

I totally get you.

Some days I'm the smartest person in the room, more often I'm totally unaware of the simplest things going on around me.

People make jokes that go over my head. And I have to write EVERYTHING down. My head just won't hold information!

Anyway, no help but you're not alone.

[MsPurple]

Hi Infinity. Great to hear from you

Like yourself when I am anxious or depressed my short term memory and concentration are affected, to the point I can make silly errors I wouldn't normally make. It can be frustrating and can sometimes make the cycle of anxiety and depression continue.

For me it is a sign I need to get my mental health back in shape. I see my psychologist regularly (because at the moment I am in a bit of a funk). Have you ever seen someone? Maybe this could be something to consider. I also try other things to help my anxiety like meditation. I do about 10 minutes at a time using an app on my phone. Maybe that could be something to try and see if it helps (note gotta do 10 mins a day for at least 5 days to get it and it took me that long for it to be beneficial). I also try and write more notes when I am struggling with concentration and memory. At work I have little notepads and sticky notes so it makes it easier. With VCE sometimes you can also see a doctor or specialist to get some special consideration for your marks. Maybe this could be something to discuss with a guidance counsellor at school with.

Hope this is helpful. You are definitely note alone on this one.