Bed Rotting- the antidote: Executive Function Solutions

Bed Rotting and feeling stuck in your bed—unable to face the world, mentally, emotionally, or physically? This episode of Real Over Ideal is your literal step-by-step guide & antidote for bed rotting days -- when your brain says “nope.” Whether you're in trauma freeze mode, frozen by depression, burnout, or overwhelm, you’ll hear a soothing, practical walk-through for how to move just one step at a time. You’re not broken, and you’re not alone. Start here.In this episode of Real Over Ideal, your host Vanessa Gorelkin, discusses the challenges of getting out of bed, particularly when feeling overwhelmed or anxious. She provides a compassionate understanding of the nervous system's role in these feelings and offers practical, step-by-step guidance to help listeners move from a state of inertia to action. The episode emphasizes self-acceptance and the importance of taking small steps towards recovery and daily living skills.TakeawaysDaily living skills can be overwhelming for many people.It's okay to feel stuck; you're not alone in this.Understanding your nervous system can help reduce shame.Getting out of bed can be a significant accomplishment when you've been stuck and caught up in bed rotting.Small, practical steps can lead to bigger changes.You can listen to this episode at your own pace.There is no wrong way to use this material.Self-compassion is key when feeling stuck.Movement can help shift your emotional state.You are allowed to take things one step at a time.Click here to get in touch Thanks for listening!Please share the show with anyone who may enjoy it. We'd love it if you'd leave us a 5 star review wherever you're listening- it helps listeners find the show and we read every review.If you'd like to submit an "Untangle This" question, a comment, or an episode idea-- Email us:[email protected] is available to consult professionally with individual clients. If you'd like to work with Vanessa , reach out here:https://vanessagorelkin.com/contact-us#12398ed6-3711-4e15-ae41-4711059fd6abIf you'd like to read about Vanessa's background, treatment perspective and techniques, or other handy information about her practice, check out her Psychology Today profile here:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/vanessa-gorelkin-scottsdale-az/809467