save me from boredom and depression

[mmreed]

Due to surgery, I am confined to a chair - my only options for entertainment are what is close to me in the room I am confined to... a TV, a laptop with internet connection, a few books and DVDs.

The problem is, that after spending many weeks like this, I am out of things to keep me occupied aand am quickly finding myself becoming more depressed as I just sit around.

I guess my question is... those of you that have similar circumstances - confined and isolated from doing much, what do you do to keep occupied?

I know the usual answers - read, pray, rest, surf the net, watch tv, etc... and Ive done all that to the point I need something else as a diversion.

 

[shinbits]

Due to surgery, I am confined to a chair - my only options for entertainment are what is close to me in the room I am confined to... a TV, a laptop with internet connection, a few books and DVDs.

You know what's funny? This is how most healthy people completely waiste thier lives.

 

[meh]

I have a disability so I don't get out much. I know this sounds stupid, but can you put your chair by a window? I know it sounds silly, I really do, but when I moved my desk and things to a room where I could sit by some windows, I started feeling better. At least I can watch the weather and we live in the country so I can see animals and stuff.

I also call people and pester them until they come visit me. But that's kind of rude. I do it anyway

I do work from home, but when I'm not working I do the usual- read, prayer, I do correspondence Bible courses, online stuff, TV. So I don't have many other suggestions. I hope your surgery went well and you heal up soon.

 

[UnitynLove]

spend time talking to God. Like you would me or anyone else. Tell him whats on your mind what your going through. Send time with the Lord, he is your best friend.

 

[mmreed]

I have a disability so I don't get out much. I know this sounds stupid, but can you put your chair by a window? I know it sounds silly, I really do, but when I moved my desk and things to a room where I could sit by some windows, I started feeling better. At least I can watch the weather and we live in the country so I can see animals and stuff.

I also call people and pester them until they come visit me. But that's kind of rude. I do it anyway

I do work from home, but when I'm not working I do the usual- read, prayer, I do correspondence Bible courses, online stuff, TV. So I don't have many other suggestions. I hope your surgery went well and you heal up soon.

what type of work do you do from home?

 

[tapero]

Hi MMReed, How are your feet doing? I haven't seen a prayer request lately. Be great to read how you're feet are healing.

I wish I had something to share with you. I am home all the time in my small room with the four walls, the tv, and the computer. I am on disability but I can get out but I don't. I'm a mess.

Just want you to know I'm praying for your healing and recovery.

Take care, Tapero

 

[mmreed]

Hi MMReed, How are your feet doing? I haven't seen a prayer request lately. Be great to read how you're feet are healing.

I wish I had something to share with you. I am home all the time in my small room with the four walls, the tv, and the computer. I am on disability but I can get out but I don't. I'm a mess.

Just want you to know I'm praying for your healing and recovery.

Take care, Tapero

Thank you so much Tapero. My feet are slowy VERY slowy healing... I still cannot walk much, nor return to work for weeks yet.

All of this sitting around is really allowing the depression and boredom set in.

Do you have any of the instant messengers? Id love to build my friend list of people I can chat with online. Feel free to PM me to chat!

Its very refreshing to hear from people that truly show concern. Thank you again.

 

[meh]

what type of work do you do from home?

I'm a paralegal, and now-days there are lots of legal resources on-line and software which allow me to do most of my research from home. It helps a lot.

I don't have messengers or I'd talk to you. I really do understand how isolating it can get. And boring.

Praying for a speedy recovery

 

[bumblebee62331]

How are your writing skills? You might want to try writing a novel, or some short stories. Or some music. Can you have visitors to play board games or just chat for a while? I'm sorry you had surgery, but I'm sure you will recover quickly!!

 

[shinbits]

As some has said, spend this time growing closer to the Lord then you ever have before.

You really don't want to miss such an opportunity.

 

[mmreed]

I know this is a great time to spend with God... and I am taking advantage of this time to do so...

but I am curious what others that are confined to a chair, or room, unable to go anywhere... what they do to occupy time... beyond just watching TV, reading, and the other common "activities".

 

[cassyrode]

Ive heard the crying of your heart. I have seen the searching of your soul. I know how deeply you have desired the truth In pain you have cried out for it. When I see you I am overewhelmed with tears and wish to hold you close to me. Go ahead now, Ask me anything. Anything. I will speak to you if you listen. The words to the next song you hear, the information in the next article you read, The story line of the next movie you watch, The chance utterence of the next person you meet. Or the whisper of the next river. The next ocean. The next breeze that carresses your ear. All these devices are mine. I will come to you if you invite me. I will show you then that I have Always been there...

Always.