This Thread Helps Explain A Symptom Of Mental Illness That Doesn't Always Get Talked About: Impossible Tasks
With mental illness becoming increasing destigmatised and the constructive conversation surrounding how mental illnesses can manifest is increasing. However, there are still parts of it that haven't reached mainstream conversation. Depression is not just about being "sad." Depression, and other illnesses, impact people who suffer from them's lives in a multitude of ways.
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This thread aims to shed light on a part of mental illness that makes it difficult for people to be able to function in some ways. Just as no two people are the same, the ways the mental illness affect people is also different. It's important to talk about the lesser known parts of mental illnesses in order to help people.
"The Impossible Task"
Often, the impossible task is something small
And usually something simple
It's important to remember that just because a simple thing is hard to do sometimes; it doesn't mean you're a failure
There's nothing wrong with asking for help
Your loved ones want you to succeed, so if it means asking for help with something easy; they should be glad to ease your strain.
If you know someone who is suffering; reach out and offer to help!
Empathy is key
The responses to the thread were overwhelming!
"The Impossible Task" can also be known as executive dysfunction.
It's also a side effect of many mental health conditions, not just depression.
There are ways to help combat it...
But there's no shame if one solution doesn't work for you.
People may not always want help, but it is still important to offer.
Maybe they'll take you up on the help in the future. Even if they don't; it's still nice to know that someone is there for them.