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Old Sep 24, 2010, 12:41 PM
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I can definitely relate to this. I also go through "crazes" where I'm really into something and then, after a while, my interest fades and I drop whatever it is completely. I guess most people do this to a certain extent, but I do it a lot!! And like you with the bike, I have also frequently bought things to do with a new "hobby" and then they just end up in the garage!!

I also feel like I have kind of a split personality sometimes. I am not someone who is consistently one way. If that makes sense. I am very changeable in how I behave. A lot depends on my mood, and my mood changes quite a bit!

I have generally found it hard to know exactly what it is that I want. And I still struggle with this sometimes.

I do think it's helpful to try and make a list of some constants. There are some activities in my life that I have done consistently throughout and which to some extent define part of who I am. I try and remind myself of these things when I'm having an identity crisis because these constants help to ground me.

Similarly I think it's helpful to write down a list of core values. What do you really believe in?? What's really important to you?? I have opinions about some things which do change a lot. But I have other convictions which are pretty unshakeable. It might only be two things, or whatever, but it's a start. And it can be helpful to keep reminding myself of what is really important to me.

Are there any things in your life you have enjoyed consistently throughout?
Thanks for this!
Junerain