How do I feel things again?
Ok so I'm fifteen and I love to write, I mean, I' m in an advanced English class (How, I don' t know) and I write articles for my uncle's newspaper. But I' m finding more and more that I am slowly growing numb to my emotions. It' s not like I' m depressed in fact I' m probably way above average in my emotional stability but because I don' t ever feel bad or stressed or scared or sad, nothing seems to be important to me any more. So my writing is never passionate enough. It's not normal I know that. I haven't cried in around three years now. I can't take anything serious, if anything I' m a comedian. I end up coming in late for to class, not going to bed or waking up, not doing my homework. I know this isn't a debate I just need some help and from people who may have been in my place. Please share you opinion.
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Not being you I cannot say why you have dismissed depression, but if you have not considered it too deeply as an option depression is not always accompanied by feelings of sadness. Sometimes it can really be just lack of motivation and some of the other symptoms you described. Your sense of distance from emotion sounds a bit like dissociation, so maybe that is something to look into if you have not researched it. On a practical "what you can do" level, a couple of pointers. For starters, push through and do things even if you do not want to or feel like you enjoy it the way you used to. Keep doing what you used to care about and in my experience there will be at least moments when that motivation and passion comes through again. Just do not give up. Also, maybe it is time to try new things and see if any of that strikes your fancy. Something I have heard work for others in a similar situation is looking into different vitamins, particularly B6 and B12. If you are really concerned, maybe look into seeing a therapist. Last note, this is amateur advice so do not take it as the be all end all by any means. 1
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Hm, different scenario then I suppose. If you still have the good feelings though, then try finding motivation from them. If stress used to motivate you, start doing things because you enjoy them or find satisfaction from them maybe. Beyond that, not sure I have any good suggestions. 1
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There's a variety of possibilities largely dependent on your unique situation. The solution (were you to seek help from another) would involve candid disclosure regarding your life. A few possibilities: 1) nothing is wrong, you're developing into an entirely different person given your age, 2) a tumor is growing in your brain and affecting certain aspects of your personality, 3) an earlier trauma that you have repressed is surfacing as you age, 4) as jace pointed out, a deficiency could also be the culprit, and I'm sure there are many more potential examples. I'd suggest to you that feeling good all the time doesn't mean everything's ok. This world is about growth and self-betterment (through conflict [whether said conflict is personal or interpersonal]). Conflict begets growth, growth begets accomplishment. Unless your emotional being is perfect, you will face emotional conflict. If you feel that this area of your life is lacking excitement, perhaps you've hit a roadblock. Best of luck in your development :) |
