I posted something earlier today, but got deleted because I deleted the content. But I still feel I need to write this. I wanted to say that, a while ago I was feeling so desperate and depressed, which made me so emotional and sometimes crying, but now I don't feel sad or not energetic, I just don't feel anything. I don't care anymore about my life and I don't consider the consequences of my actions. In the past I would plan carefully what I do because my life was dear to me and I wanted to live it as long as possible. Now, I just don't care. I tried to change my life, but I couldn't.

[Skeezyks]

Hello Wandering Soul: I'm sorry you are feeling so empty. Depression can, I believe, lead to feelings of emptiness & just not caring. I've had this experience as well. It led me to some very dark places. I'd simply like to send some healing thoughts your way with the hope that you will be able to find deep peace somewhere within...

It may take work on recognizing and strategizing against your negative core beliefs. Check out some related CBT work (online resources or workbooks). The one that immediately comes to mind is a Mood/cognitive distortions log.

https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&sourc..._Ju-mCDtajkKqA

Hi WS, yes I have felt the detached feeling I think you're describing - in my case it was an expression of depression.

Are you seeing any doctor or therapist to help you with this? I found that I could not deal with my depression alone and seeking help was the best thing I did. I hope that you have a Dr or T you can talk to about this.

I'm not seeing a therapist at the moment. I'm not sure about seeing one. I don't see the point.

[avlady]

the point of seeing a therapist is sometimes to get you to a doc who can maybe understand you could use some type of medication. i was where you are now years ago. the meds had to be adjusted a few times but i am doing better now.

How are you doing today Wandering Soul?

Whether to do therapy is a personal decision, and I would not try to tell you that it's the only way. It's something I found helpful in that my T would give me insight and a different perspective on the challenges in my life.

There is also the option of meds, again that's a personal decision, but a good doctor will not enforce medication upon you and will discuss treatment options allowing you to make your own choice.

I'm doing OK. Thanks for asking, I appreciate that. Yes, I've been to a psychiatrist before, but I felt worse. I prefer to deal with it alone. That's why I'm here, right? Take care

I'm sorry to read that the therapy made you feel worse

Yes, there are many ways of coping and living with challenges, hang on in there WS.

I've been there, too. I think what you're describing is hopelessness, feeling like no matter what you do, your life won't get any better. You tried to change it but couldn't. Maybe you need to find another way? And if that doesn't work, another - for as long as it takes for you to find something that makes a difference, even just a tiny one.

Even though you don't feel like it now, you and your life have worth. Don't give up. If you're tired, rest - then try again.

[seesaw]

I think seeing a therapist could help you a lot. They could help you address these feelings and do some CBT or DBT work that would help you find joy in life again.

((Hugs))
Seesaw