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Originally Posted by LadyShadow
I have to say I felt this way for a very long time. The way I combatted it is doing things I love - (writing/blogging about it is great because you get to let it all out), finding things that make you feel good - a new game to get immersed in, a new show to make you laugh, bubbles baths, burning incense and my all time favorite- music, music, music!
Also, anything social you can get yourself involved in - a group for art lovers, animal lovers, you know whatever you are interests are.
I guess what I am saying is the way I filled the emptiness in my life is I filled it with things that made me happy and what made me feel good.
Also, I have to say, cleaning or changing your surroundings can really impact your sense of self.
Good luck! (Oh I also, LOVE Amy Schumer).
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Thank you LadyShadow. I think I do a lot of the things you suggested. I seek some happiness and peace each day and usually find ways to create it. Still the emptiness persists. However, I am not involved in a group....so your suggestion there could be exactly what I need. I do have a loving partner but I moved away from my family (that's a good thing) and I spend quite a bit of time alone.
It's strange sometimes. Earlier this evening I was fine...did a lot of chores, was laughing at something funny on TV etc. Then the old gnawing emptiness crept in anyway. I honestly remember feeling that way even as a very young child. It's as though I live on my own planet. It's a nice planet, there is a lot to do and think about. But it's still a separate planet from everyone else.
May I ask about why you used to feel empty? Did you grow up with a dysfunctional or abusive family? If you are not comfortable sharing that, no problem. Thank you very much for responding to my thread.
