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No passion for anything

Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 1,876,323 The Mix Honorary Guru
I feel like I have lost all passion for life. I quite like spending time on my own, having cosy days and nights in but i think there's something wrong when I secretly hope for it to be pissing down with rain on my days off so i have an excuse not to do anything.

I love being out and socialising but I sometimes feel like its such an effort and I'd rather be in snuggled in my bed. Its a constant battle between wanting to do something, anything, and wanting to be at home on my own.

Even with relationships. Its easier to say no and be able to stay free and doing my own thing than put a little bit of effort in and have a happier life. I see so many other people talkng about what theyre doing, where theyve been, how excited they are about things and I dont have any of that in my life. I want it but at the same time I feel too apathetic and lethargic to go and get it

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  • Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 1,876,323 The Mix Honorary Guru
    I have no advice to give but I'm feeling exactly the same at the moment. *hug*
  • Starry nightStarry night Posts: 674 Incredible Poster
    I know exactly how you feel. I find it's the moments that count,the ones that take you by surprise. Plus, I think the things you do independently (reading, films, volunteering etc)-which you establish a closer connection to-mean so much more, in my experience.
    I hope you feel better soon :)
  • *Seany**Seany* Deactivated Posts: 51 Boards Initiate
    Hey Lexi,
    It sounds like you're having a tough time at the moment. It's positive that you still feel like you do want to do something sometimes at least. Maybe looking at compromising a bit could help? Are you able to have one or two close friends over - just watching a film together or baking a cake (I'm terrible at baking...) could be a nice halfway point.

    There are some self help techniques that might help - such as identifying warning signs and thinking of positive actions you can carry out to counter them. For instance, if I feel like I don't want to talk to people, I might turn on the radio and listen to a chat-show or music and just listen instead. There's a bit more information about this in this article (the bit I think is most relevant is the section under "Try not to be too hard on yourself").

    Let us know how you get on. We're always here to support you :)
  • Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 1,876,323 The Mix Honorary Guru
    I felt exactly like you about a year ago and after some time I can tell you that there's actually nothing wrong with such a state. (at least in my case) If you really, really want to do something with your life, you'll do it and maybe it's not the right time yet. Don't worry. You'll find something for you :)
  • Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 1,876,323 The Mix Honorary Guru
    I find I lose all passion for things when I get depressed.
  • Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 1,876,323 The Mix Honorary Guru
    Thanks for the replies everyone. Most of the time I dont feel like doing anything but Im fine with it. Its friday night and im in bed at 10.30 with no plans for the weekend but im fine with it at the moment. Just sometimes I feel a bit depressed that this is all i seem to but have no idea of what i do want to do
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