Everything is piling up all at once and it's so depressing

[SusieCreamcheese]

8. Try this.

Hi MIButterfly,
I was in similar circumstances and found that doing at least ONE thing each day to address the clutter did so much to alleviate my anxiety and sense of being overwhelmed. I kept a daily diary of the things that I accomplished, even if it was just taking out the garbage or cleaning the toilet! I could look back on the diary and see what I'd done and feel good about it! I began "digging out" about 6 months ago and two weeks ago hosted some of my musician friends for a jam session! It's an ongoing effort battling the depression caused by internal and external forces. Every morning I fight to get up rather than stay huddled in the fetal position. It's a fight, but I can sincerely say that it's always worth the effort to carry on. Perseverance furthers. All my best!