Identifying Mental Health Drivers

Why can’t I get motivated?

Procrastination, it’s a real issue that many of us face daily as we live repetitive lives that leave us feeling lacking something.

So, what causes you to lack motivation?
Is it that you’d rather by lazy? If so, why?
Is it that you are sick of the same thing day in and day out?
Could it be something more than that? Or something you haven’t identified yet?

It isn’t unusual for mental health, such as depression, stress, anxiety, adrenal fatigue, chronic fatigue or underlying illness to cause you to feel this way. The important thing is to know that you are not alone, there are ways of getting past this and there can be ways to facilitate a better outlook on life.

Holistic medicine has been well known for its ability to identify and treat many facets of our health that can often be overlooked or dismissed, as the origin is not always clear.

What can you do to identify you might need help?

When was the last time you spoiled yourself and didn’t feel the need to justify it? If you can’t remember or if your answer wasn’t “last week”, then you might need some guidance.

What do you do to relax? If your answer involves TV and alcohol, perhaps it’s time to have a closer look at what else you could be doing to nourish your soul.

How easy is it for you to get irritated by small things? If you answered anything other than “I don’t”, then you might need to have a chat about why these things bother you.

Do you feel under pressure or stress more often than not? If you answered yes, then you probably need support to not only cope but to tone your nervous system so it is more resilient to the effects of stress.

Is it becoming increasingly difficult to let things go when you’re presented with a stressful situation?
If yes, you may need help to get through this.

What can holistic therapies, such as naturopathy, do to help?

Naturopathy looks at all aspects of your life; the way your body is functioning, the food you eat, how well you sleep, what you do to relax, your social network, history and family history of illness and disorders. All these details go into creating a comprehensive map of you. When analysing these details, your practitioner can find ways that fit into your lifestyle that will be sustainable to make lasting change.

If this sounds like something that could be helpful for you, contact us, your mental health Naturopath at Your Wellness Centre, (03) 9879 9596 or email health@yourwellnesscentre.com.au.