Today started out okay. I didn't feel low or overly stressed about anything. I got up and had a shower and a good breakfast. And as I headed to work I realized I couldn't do it. Not because of anxiety or anything of my normal signs of depression, but because I work in retail, and putting on a face was simply too much. I don't feel low or upset, just kinda blah emotionally. And the thought of putting on a fake face for customers and coworkers and smiling and being friendly, was already wearing me out. I knew I didn't have the energy/spoons to go through my day like that.

How do you handle days like this? I called in and am taking the day to be productive at home while doing some self-care routines. Do you have any tips or tricks for these kind of days?