naval23 Posted July 20 Posted July 20 Despite achieving things, having good friends, a partner and family - this feeling sometimes comes up unexpectedly. I don't think depression is the right word for it - but anyone can relate? Just interested in perspectives. 1
NothingIsReal Posted July 20 Posted July 20 I think asking yourself if there's anything inside you've maybe not addressed or put off to the side that's eating you up makes that feeling a little bit more present. Isn't always the reason and might have absolutely nothing to do with it but who knows.
Minto Posted July 20 Posted July 20 feel sorry for myself and throw a pity party when those feelings creep in then busy myself with friends and family until the next wave of loneliness comes back again and the cycle repeats…..it's not healthy but i'm alive
KatyPrismSpirit Posted July 20 Posted July 20 I believe every human deals with this from time to time and to a certain extent. When I think of emptiness, I think of feeling a lack of fulfillment and mostly self-fulfillment (stuff related to self-image, unresolved trauma, perhaps loneliness, existential questions) To a degree, this is healthy tho, in my opinion. Everybody, whether they admit it or not, has things about their lives they might feel insecure or dissatisfied about which probably causes a empty feeling. Especially if you think you're the only person dealing with this or if you compare yourself to other people. The only cure for this void is having gratitude I'd say. I feel like it's just part of the human experience. 4 1
OmegaRidley Posted July 20 Posted July 20 Usually I retreat, and spend time on my own. also one thing that I consistently do whenever I feel bad about something is that in the end, nothing really matters. We're on a planet amongst a billion others, and ultimately one day, no one will even remember we existed. This alleviates the pressure and puts things into perspective for me 6 1
Likingstars Posted July 20 Posted July 20 I fill mine with d**ks Took me a while to realize that a lot of time i craved for sex and physical touch not because i was horny but because i was sad, bored, empty or lonely 1 1
Zylo Posted July 20 Posted July 20 A lot of really good replies in here already. I know exactly how you feel. Personally I think it comes down to you not being fulfilled in some manner, and you might be subconsciously repressing what that is for you. What this looks like is different for everyone. Sometimes it's you depleting your social battery (unfulfilled "you" time; are social contracts leaving you feeling empty?). Sometimes it's a feeling of not truly connecting with the people in your life (are you expressing your true self, feeling "seen" by those in your life?). Sometimes it's just overthinking about what could or should be (do you feel you're not where you're meant to be?). For some it might be a general feeling of being unfamiliar with who you are or what you truly want in life, like your purpose or with unreconciled desires. I think deep introspection is important for stuff like this, especially for those of us who are LGBT+. Its brutal out here. 2 1
Magic_boXX Posted July 20 Posted July 20 It's normal to feel that way. Light some candles or incense to help give that relaxing atmosphere. Avoid social media or anything that would trigger those feelings, such as limiting exposure to news consumption, avoiding negative people. Look up things that makes you happy or make you think. For me its conspiracies, reading them helps me get my mind off the dark void within my essence.
popmusicisdead Posted July 22 Posted July 22 Zoloft Prozac Lexapro Celexa Paxil Effexor Cymbalta Pristiq Wellbutrin Remeron Pamelor Nardil Parnate
Alldeezy Posted July 22 Posted July 22 I don't have friends, bf, family or any of that stuff I have my favourite singers and that's good enough for me on and medication I've been on for years and that helps a lot
Joyride Posted July 22 Posted July 22 I find comfort in food. that's why my weight fluctuates so much.
SLIME Posted July 22 Posted July 22 Focus on the things you DO like and the things that make you special from everybody else. I used to feel self conscious about being a grown Pokemon fan but it's the thing that makes me happy so others will deal. I would say taking some time to explore your passions away from the judgment of others is the healthy adult way to move past this feeling.
Jan Posted July 22 Posted July 22 It's actually a trauma response called dissociation. Therapy helps, especially EMDR. If you are finding it uncomfortable and want to get rid of it on the spot, I recommend doing something to activate your senses. Put ice cubes close to your skin. Lay on the grass and touch and smell it. Physical exercise can help too.
Bencharmer Posted July 22 Posted July 22 From what you share, maybe you lack something that give meaning to you only? Friends, works, family etc are about teams, building things with other people and often satisfying the others. But when it comes to you, what does feed you?
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