Thank you for this. I’ve had medical issues that have left me weak for years now and I live alone. Seeing the state of my place has left me feeling defeated, stressed and slightly depressed. Knowing that I’m not the only one with a dwelling that resembles a war zone is refreshing.
@@kimberlycole727 You're not the only one!! I'm sorry you're going through this ❤️ Healing is hard work and WAY more important than running the vacuum through your house 😉 Take it easy on yourself!! You're focusing on the right things and you'll get to tidying when your body is feeling up to it.
Cry out to Jesus, He loves you and cares for you so much like no one can or ever will. Since I turned my life over to Him He has been by my side helping me get through each day. There are so many true Bible believing testimonies right here on youtube that are so amazing and encouraging. Take care and God bless you.
Great tips! I have two suggestions for people who make it through the phases of actually getting the dishes and clothes washed and put away but are afraid of getting back to the mess. When I am not doing well (depression, not a concussion) I find the easiest thing is to live out of the dishwasher and clothes dryer. I leave my dishwasher open, and when I have a dirty dish, it goes right into the dishwasher. When it’s full, I run it then leave it open again and just use dishes out of there. I pretend the cupboards do not exist for as long as necessary and I just use and wash the same 4 plates and 5 cups and 3 bowls and so forth over and over again. Same thing with my laundry - I use the washing machine as my laundry hamper and when it’s full, I run it, put the stuff in the dryer, and then get dressed straight out of the dryer every day. My closet does not exist to me for however long it takes until I am finally ready to put things on hangers and in drawers again. It’s not a perfect system - more than a few times I have to rewash a load that I can’t bring myself to put in the dryer in time, and yes, I am usually very wrinkled - but the alternative is mounds of dirty dishes and clothes that feel completely overwhelming. Thanks so much for your channel, you are a joy to listen to! 😊
I LOVE these ideas! It helped me when I stopped feeling the pressure to only run the dishwasher when it's full. This idea of running it with your 4 plates and 3 bowls is so great!
Very good ideas. And I just saw a video where Everyone in the family only has 2 towels each.. Same thing with the Bed linens. Her philosophy was. To keep the laundry accelerate from building up. They also only had a capsule Wardrobe.
@@janecaswell7579 This are great ideas!! I can get so overwhelmed trying to pick out clothes. Less things hanging in the closet makes things so much easier! Thanks!!
You're in such a tough spot right now! The first year is the worst. 😥 Take the time you need and cut yourself slack. Powering through a brain injury is like telling a runner to power through a broken ankle. Not gonna work! When I didn't listen to my body and pushed myself, I ended up having set backs and more pain. Good luck with your recovery!! You've got this!! 😊💖😊 ~Larissa
I have disabilities as well. I finally began decluttering and donating to my local Thrift store. It was NOT easy, but I asked for help and got it. I don't worry about other people's opinions because they are NOT ME in my circumstances. I ask God for his help with motivation. I like company and I care about their health when they visit. ❤
@@Imanimal-lover What a great content! It can be so difficult to ask for help and to focus on your own opinions. Good for you, taking care of yourself and asking for help when you needed it. I’m sure your friends and family felt good about being able to help and lighten your load a bit. Thank you for sharing! ❤️~Larissa
I love the way you explain things. I too have a brain injury from multiple accidents. At one time in my life my house was a tip. I didnt have access to medical professionals well versed in brain injuries, they were only interested in my obvious physical injuries (broken arm and wrist, dislocated neck). It was years later that they decided it was time to look at the injury, and at this time it was a bit like closing the barn door after the horse had bolted. I had to teach myself how to do things (including how to make a coffee, have a shower, and tidy the house). I hadnt learnt the best or most energy efficient way, and so I kept crashing and burning. I didnt know that brain injuries change how much mental energy you have, nor that if your brain had a battery, it would never charge fully, so it was important to rest plenty and only take bite size chunks. It was five years later that I was told these things. The New Zealand health system is not geared to helping people who only have severe concussion (unless it causes physical deficits. If you were working they would be sure to rehabilitate, but if you happened to be self employed, a stay at home Mum or a student, well you were on your own unless you had a decent GP who was willing to go to bat for you. I wish I had seen your video when I was in the midst of the injury, it would have made such a difference. Thank you for giving permission to do what you can that day without overwhelming the brain or the spirit. That just putting the rubbish bag in the room could be enough. I still have issues with alot of things, and I think it is time I read this book, but your kindness and beautiful calm attitude has made me feel like I am not such a failure after all.
@squirrelmouser5869 Oh my goodness! What a journey you've had 💖 I know what you mean about the lack of medical support. I've been lucky to have found a few specialists who have put in the time to really learn as much as possible, but even then there's a lot of trial and error. I think it might be because brain injuries are so individual. My family doctor said that once you've seen one brain injury, you've only seen one brain injury, because they effect each person differently and depend on so many factors. I think that you are doing AMAZING! Definitely read the book if you need more ideas from an empathic and supportive expert. Take care of yourself. Do the best you can and remember that when you're tired or overwhelmed, resting or taking a break are the best thing you can do. It's not failure to wear a cast when you break an arm and it's not failure to take a nap when your brain is fatigued. We live in a time when productivity feels like self-worth, so it's super hard to be still. Good for you for taking care of yourself and taking it slow!! Thank you so much for reaching out and sharing! It means so much 💖 Larissa
i have no health issues, but i really appreciate your video for everyone who has some and needs some positive encouragement in their life. thank you for helping others who are struggling! take care and all the best from germany
I was just sitting here watching videos and thinking "I HAVE to get up & do the dishes" but I really don't feel like it. I've not had brain surgery but my husband just had surgery (5th total knee replacement), 2 brothers-in-law died from prostate cancer and a brother & brother-in-law who have prostate cancer, 2 friends died and my best friend is dying - all since July. All I want to do is sit & cry but I can't in front of my husband while he's healing. I have fibromyalgia & severe arthritis so I'm hurting most of the time. Thank you for giving permission to not do the dishes so I can focus on trying to deal with my emotions since my antidepressant doesn't seem to be helping!
@@nancyhatcher3320 oh my goodness!! It sounds like you’re REALLY going through it. And all this since July?? I’m so sorry ❤️ It makes sense that you’re feeling tired, sad, overwhelmed and immobile. Get yourself disposable plates, ignore the kitchen and do what you need to take care of both your tired body and your mental health. Be sad!! Be tired!! It’s okay to feel the feels. I love that you’re trying to take it a little easy on yourself and cutting yourself some slack. You’re doing great 👍 ❤️😊
@@TheConcussionCrew Thank you for your kind words, I didn't know how much I needed them. My husband, sister & best friend all need my support right now & every once in a while I have to regain a sense of balance. This video reminded me that it's time and I am grateful for that! Thank you again.
I have no medical brain injury. I do feel deep concern and depression about several issues related to family dysfunction. Your suggestions have helped immensely. I will look for K.C. Davis' book. Many thanks!
@@barbarakelly1916 Thank you so much for sharing! It’s been amazing, how many people have said that these tips helped and that they had had a stroke, or MS, or fibromyalgia, the list goes on. I hope the tips ease some of the stress and that you find KC’s book as inspiring as I did! ~Larissa
This was very helpful. Hubby just had heart attack and i have a bad back and two hip replacement. Was feeling overwhelmed today i cleaned 2 bedrooms Tomorrow maybe the bathroom.
@anitahendrix7573 You and your hubby have a lot on your plate! Good for you for cleaning two bedrooms today!! That's amazing! Also, good for you for listening to your body, stopping and resting. I'm glad you're finding balance between accomplishing tasks and taking care of yourself. ~Larissa
@@lunizparlein173 That makes so much sense! What a long way to have to haul your recycling ♻️ I wouldn’t want to clean the apartment afterwards either! ~Larissa
@@amypola5903 I hear you, but what you have to do with it afterwards can be the difficult part! You can just chuck the paper plate into the compost, even if there’s food. The plate might need to be scraped further, then it still needs to be washed, etc. It just comes down to personal preference and what you can manage easily! 😀 ~Larissa
Thank you for this. I’ve had medical issues that have left me weak for years now and I live alone. Seeing the state of my place has left me feeling defeated, stressed and slightly depressed. Knowing that I’m not the only one with a dwelling that resembles a war zone is refreshing.
@@kimberlycole727 You're not the only one!! I'm sorry you're going through this ❤️ Healing is hard work and WAY more important than running the vacuum through your house 😉 Take it easy on yourself!! You're focusing on the right things and you'll get to tidying when your body is feeling up to it.
I can totally relate to your comment.
Cry out to Jesus, He loves you and cares for you so much like no one can or ever will. Since I turned my life over to Him He has been by my side helping me get through each day. There are so many true Bible believing testimonies right here on youtube that are so amazing and encouraging. Take care and God bless you.
Great tips!
I have two suggestions for people who make it through the phases of actually getting the dishes and clothes washed and put away but are afraid of getting back to the mess.
When I am not doing well (depression, not a concussion) I find the easiest thing is to live out of the dishwasher and clothes dryer. I leave my dishwasher open, and when I have a dirty dish, it goes right into the dishwasher. When it’s full, I run it then leave it open again and just use dishes out of there. I pretend the cupboards do not exist for as long as necessary and I just use and wash the same 4 plates and 5 cups and 3 bowls and so forth over and over again.
Same thing with my laundry - I use the washing machine as my laundry hamper and when it’s full, I run it, put the stuff in the dryer, and then get dressed straight out of the dryer every day. My closet does not exist to me for however long it takes until I am finally ready to put things on hangers and in drawers again.
It’s not a perfect system - more than a few times I have to rewash a load that I can’t bring myself to put in the dryer in time, and yes, I am usually very wrinkled - but the alternative is mounds of dirty dishes and clothes that feel completely overwhelming.
Thanks so much for your channel, you are a joy to listen to! 😊
I LOVE these ideas! It helped me when I stopped feeling the pressure to only run the dishwasher when it's full. This idea of running it with your 4 plates and 3 bowls is so great!
You're a genius
Very good ideas. And I just saw a video where Everyone in the family only has 2 towels each.. Same thing with the Bed linens. Her philosophy was. To keep the laundry accelerate from building up. They also only had a capsule Wardrobe.
@@janecaswell7579 This are great ideas!! I can get so overwhelmed trying to pick out clothes. Less things hanging in the closet makes things so much easier! Thanks!!
I'm about 8 months post concussion and just hearing this is comforting, everyone was telling me just power through and i couldn't.
You're in such a tough spot right now! The first year is the worst. 😥 Take the time you need and cut yourself slack. Powering through a brain injury is like telling a runner to power through a broken ankle. Not gonna work!
When I didn't listen to my body and pushed myself, I ended up having set backs and more pain. Good luck with your recovery!! You've got this!! 😊💖😊
~Larissa
I have disabilities as well. I finally began decluttering and donating to my local Thrift store. It was NOT easy, but I asked for help and got it.
I don't worry about other people's opinions because they are NOT ME in my circumstances. I ask God for his help with motivation. I like company and I care about their health when they visit. ❤
@@Imanimal-lover What a great content! It can be so difficult to ask for help and to focus on your own opinions. Good for you, taking care of yourself and asking for help when you needed it. I’m sure your friends and family felt good about being able to help and lighten your load a bit. Thank you for sharing! ❤️~Larissa
❤🎉 Thank you so much for the good advice. But most of all for your true compassion.And empathy. You have a very healing voice.🎉❤
@@janecaswell7579 That is so sweet☺️❤️ Thank you so much for your kind words!!
I love the way you explain things. I too have a brain injury from multiple accidents. At one time in my life my house was a tip. I didnt have access to medical professionals well versed in brain injuries, they were only interested in my obvious physical injuries (broken arm and wrist, dislocated neck).
It was years later that they decided it was time to look at the injury, and at this time it was a bit like closing the barn door after the horse had bolted. I had to teach myself how to do things (including how to make a coffee, have a shower, and tidy the house). I hadnt learnt the best or most energy efficient way, and so I kept crashing and burning.
I didnt know that brain injuries change how much mental energy you have, nor that if your brain had a battery, it would never charge fully, so it was important to rest plenty and only take bite size chunks. It was five years later that I was told these things. The New Zealand health system is not geared to helping people who only have severe concussion (unless it causes physical deficits. If you were working they would be sure to rehabilitate, but if you happened to be self employed, a stay at home Mum or a student, well you were on your own unless you had a decent GP who was willing to go to bat for you.
I wish I had seen your video when I was in the midst of the injury, it would have made such a difference.
Thank you for giving permission to do what you can that day without overwhelming the brain or the spirit. That just putting the rubbish bag in the room could be enough.
I still have issues with alot of things, and I think it is time I read this book, but your kindness and beautiful calm attitude has made me feel like I am not such a failure after all.
@squirrelmouser5869 Oh my goodness! What a journey you've had 💖 I know what you mean about the lack of medical support. I've been lucky to have found a few specialists who have put in the time to really learn as much as possible, but even then there's a lot of trial and error. I think it might be because brain injuries are so individual. My family doctor said that once you've seen one brain injury, you've only seen one brain injury, because they effect each person differently and depend on so many factors.
I think that you are doing AMAZING! Definitely read the book if you need more ideas from an empathic and supportive expert. Take care of yourself. Do the best you can and remember that when you're tired or overwhelmed, resting or taking a break are the best thing you can do. It's not failure to wear a cast when you break an arm and it's not failure to take a nap when your brain is fatigued. We live in a time when productivity feels like self-worth, so it's super hard to be still. Good for you for taking care of yourself and taking it slow!!
Thank you so much for reaching out and sharing! It means so much 💖 Larissa
i have no health issues, but i really appreciate your video for everyone who has some and needs some positive encouragement in their life. thank you for helping others who are struggling! take care and all the best from germany
@@SirMopy Thank you so much for your comment! I appreciate YOUR positive encouragement 😀 Vielen Dank!
thank you so much ❤
You're so welcome! I hope some of these tips help 💖
~Larissa
I was just sitting here watching videos and thinking "I HAVE to get up & do the dishes" but I really don't feel like it. I've not had brain surgery but my husband just had surgery (5th total knee replacement), 2 brothers-in-law died from prostate cancer and a brother & brother-in-law who have prostate cancer, 2 friends died and my best friend is dying - all since July. All I want to do is sit & cry but I can't in front of my husband while he's healing. I have fibromyalgia & severe arthritis so I'm hurting most of the time.
Thank you for giving permission to not do the dishes so I can focus on trying to deal with my emotions since my antidepressant doesn't seem to be helping!
@@nancyhatcher3320 oh my goodness!! It sounds like you’re REALLY going through it. And all this since July?? I’m so sorry ❤️ It makes sense that you’re feeling tired, sad, overwhelmed and immobile. Get yourself disposable plates, ignore the kitchen and do what you need to take care of both your tired body and your mental health. Be sad!! Be tired!! It’s okay to feel the feels. I love that you’re trying to take it a little easy on yourself and cutting yourself some slack. You’re doing great 👍 ❤️😊
@@TheConcussionCrew Thank you for your kind words, I didn't know how much I needed them. My husband, sister & best friend all need my support right now & every once in a while I have to regain a sense of balance. This video reminded me that it's time and I am grateful for that! Thank you again.
I have no medical brain injury. I do feel deep concern and depression about several issues related to family dysfunction. Your suggestions have helped immensely. I will look for K.C. Davis' book. Many thanks!
@@barbarakelly1916 Thank you so much for sharing! It’s been amazing, how many people have said that these tips helped and that they had had a stroke, or MS, or fibromyalgia, the list goes on. I hope the tips ease some of the stress and that you find KC’s book as inspiring as I did! ~Larissa
Thank you so much for your advice ❣️
My pleasure! Thank you so much for commenting 💖😊 It means a lot!
~Larissa
This was very helpful. Hubby just had heart attack and i have a bad back and two hip replacement.
Was feeling overwhelmed today i cleaned 2 bedrooms Tomorrow maybe the bathroom.
@anitahendrix7573 You and your hubby have a lot on your plate! Good for you for cleaning two bedrooms today!! That's amazing! Also, good for you for listening to your body, stopping and resting. I'm glad you're finding balance between accomplishing tasks and taking care of yourself.
~Larissa
many thanks for sharing this valuable information, i appreciate it so very much. diane from london uk 🙋🏼♀️
Thank you so much for watching!! 😃@@dianepeck7500
I sure appreciate this, though I’ve mostly healed from my concussions. I wish I’d found this sooner! Thank you for your content! ❤
Thank you for commenting! I'm so glad you're mostly healed!! ❤️ It's a long journey, isn't it??
발음이 깨끗하고 비속어도 없어서 영어학습 유투브인지 알았어요~ 건강하세요! 영상 감사합니다!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I hope you, too, stay healthy and happy 💖
If I go out with the recycling ( 1 km away) then I' ll get so tired when I com3 back that I will not have more energy to clean the apartment 😂
@@lunizparlein173 That makes so much sense! What a long way to have to haul your recycling ♻️ I wouldn’t want to clean the apartment afterwards either! ~Larissa
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If you can soak a paper plate you can soak a plate.
@@amypola5903 I hear you, but what you have to do with it afterwards can be the difficult part! You can just chuck the paper plate into the compost, even if there’s food. The plate might need to be scraped further, then it still needs to be washed, etc. It just comes down to personal preference and what you can manage easily! 😀 ~Larissa