I've always had a side that leaned toward procrastination, but never to the point that I seem physically, mentally unable to take care of business.
For example, I still have a number of task not started, or unfinished that I need to complete to protect my property, family wellbeing, in the event of civil unrest.
I have done somethings, but I am very frustrated that I am having such difficulty getting key important task completed. "You fucking had the chance and failed them", is how I will feel if I don't complete these things.
I am hesitant to blame what might be pure sorry ass laziness on some outside force, but damn it man, I swear I seem to be under the influence of some bad mojo, and was just wondering if I was alone in this.
I was surprised to read 14 comments and none really discussed depression, mental fatigue, stress, etc.
I noticed this about myself and realized that I cannot sustain "high alert" status, and actually I was draining my battery. It's a downward cycle. Even with God, eating right, and all the other good things mentioned, you need to take a step back, cutyourself some slack, rest, nourish yourself, and let go. Let yourself rest. Stop judging yourself. Give yourself time to recuperate and recognize that you're still better mentally prepared than most, you have time, and you have done a good job.
Then smile. And laugh. And love. And pray. And just be. Feel yourself recharge, and when you feel it, you'll be ready to get back at it.
I think our biology requires what you describe. I have always needed less sleep than average person and “took advantage” and developed poor sleep habits throughout career but now retired and more respectful of sleep and makes a difference so now I am working on mental balance and just like being asleep and awake there should be a period of stress/destress. Same as working out also!
True, vigorous exercise daily can reduce much stress. Plus it help keep your old body tones so you don't feel like a wet noodle.
For most of my life, I stayed in excellent shape, was a big man, a moderately skilled fighter, had a keen since of my limitations, and a good sense of digression i.e. I knew when to walk away. I never felt uneasy in a confrontational environment.
No that I am getting old, not in as good a shape, I have lost that confidence, I don't like it at all. My trigger finger still works, but I'd sure hate to have to go that route.
Wisdom and ability together are better than either alone. As we lose some physical ability due to age we must rely on experience (wisdom) more.
True dat!