Need Help...

Ani_MaSTeR · Mr. Lolipedo-Fin Joined: Jun 04, 2005 Posts: 1830

lately, i just dont feel like doing anything. not even the things i enjoy or used to enjoy.

such things as watching anime, collecting, playing games, going to work, cleaning and even ASing have lost an interest to me.

i just dont know what to do anymore.

perhaps its because my life is too centered around anime.
ive recently finished watching alot of anime like suzuka and shuffle and others, and im just not satisfied with the endings anymore.

im just not as happy watching them as i used to be. same can be said about the other things i do, i just dont have the passion in me to do anything.

perhaps im depressed?
-but there is nothing for me to be depressed about. at least nothing i can think of.

perhaps i need something in life?
-maybe, i mean, i cant keep doing the things i do forever can i? i need something to look forward to every morning.

perhaps its because i want so much?
- the thought of wanting things, things i can never have and the reality of which is impacting my life is playing a huge part in this...?

for a while now ive been helping others, not just on AS but those around me with their problems, and now its my turn.
i sure hope someone can help me, i dont want this to grip my life.

i sure hope its not depression that i have...
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xenon10 · Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2006 7:27 am Post subject: Re: Need Help...

pyrorecca · Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2006 7:59 am Post subject:

I reccomend you make a spiritual journey. Go backpacking into the Australian Bush for a week. Live a simple life. Eat grubs. Dig your own toilet........Get away from all teh modern conveniences.

Meditation could also help. Think deeply about what you NEED in life. What gives your life meaning.

This is what I would do if I found myself in your position. What you choose to do about it is entirely up to you.
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Hermann · newbie! Joined: Jan 16, 2006 Posts: 29

I know two good books to read if you're feeling depressed.

On the Road by Jack Kerouac.
Made me realize that you don't really have to care about much or want a bunch of stuff. Just do things that's fun with people you like.

A Day in Ivan Denisovitj Life by Alexander Solsjenitsyn.
This book follows one man during one day in a labourcamp in Russia (I think). It's written in a really realistic style and it made me feel less depressed because even thou the characters in the book is living under such inhumane conditions they never despair. Even a small piece of bread can make an entire day a good one.

Also you could start saving for a trip to Japan. Even thou it might take ages to get enough money it's good to have a goal to strive for.
Also it's fun to do all the planning and research. Stuff like when to go and where to stay. Don't go during the summer season, I heard it's really hot there.

CGY · Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2006 11:47 am Post subject:

Bored already? How about death then? That will be the last enjoyment you ever have, and you certainly wouldn't feel bored any more ever again! Twisted Evil

silvermirage · Yari Ashigaru Joined: Nov 20, 2004 Posts: 232

MiME · Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2006 2:06 pm Post subject:

ani-master, i know what youre talking about....ive been there before....

i dont think its depression or anything, maybe you just need a change, what i did, i started doing new things, a change. this had its reasons, its more or less because of who i am, but i wont go into that since its not about me rite now.

i think you should try new stuff, im not saying you should put away everything you were before, but go out there and try new hings, search for excitement in places you are not used to fnd it, and at last but not least, try something that fullfills yourself, first you must find what that is though, maybe its not what you did before, maybe youve realized youre beyond that....sometimes this kind of things have to do with your spirituality, people sometimes start feeling empty because they realize theyve been living a life that doesnt suit their new found ambitions....maybe its that feeling, emptiness for relizing that your spiritual relief is no more...meditate, and try to find the best answer...

some things can just be discovered by yourself
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Bowser · Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2006 2:34 pm Post subject:

Anni...poor Anni, Anni, Anni...

...I'm sorry to say this...but it realy does sound like depression....I'v gone through the same thing.....lack of interest in anything..even in my hobbies...lack of care about anything....always wanting things I dont/cant have.....

All I can say is that it will go sooner or later....just try doing somthing you usualy dont......and feal good about it.....

But please...dont leave A-S...this place is a great place to talk about such things.....it made me feal better.....you know...talking to ppl you are familiar with....but you know...will never actualy meet and probly dont care if they judge you....

plus....you'r great fun!

MrPink · Conscript Joined: Oct 14, 2005 Posts: 102 Location: Oregon

hmmm I've been through this kind of apathy before. I would recomend finding a new direction in life and honestly a book isn't the answer that's just more escapism and you seem to be having touble with that right now my advice. Is to find something real to dedicate yourself too this dosn't have to be some great Ideal, just go out and find something you want to do and dedicate you self to it find purpous.

Try Excercising; set a goal for yourself of getting into great shape and go running every day it allso has the added benift of giving you a big high excercise high's are the best

Or maybe try and learn guitar buy one, 50 bucks on ebay and a few books and try and learn to play eventually you'll be great at it

My last peice of adivce is to read a book The Fountainhead and yes I am contradicting my self but this isn't a novel to entertain you it's been acknowledged as one of the most lifechanging books ever written and I mean ever The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand

Davos · Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2006 6:29 pm Post subject:

It seems to me you have wrought upon yourself a depression induced by loneliness.

I noticed among the things you listed doing, you omitted going out with friends or with a partner.

I agree with MrPink's assesment that you should start exercising.
It is no hidden fact that your muscles contain endorphins*, which shoot straight to the brain during a workout.

Also, if you are lonely, it will help improve your physical appearance, and you're more likely to attract that special someone.

Animes/mangas that might help you:
->Excel Saga
->Great Teacher Onizuka
->Maison Ikkoku
->Outlanders
->Planetes

Music/Songs that might help you:
->Nickelback's "Photograph"

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*: endorphins (or any chemical gland that ends with "-in") are what tells the brain it is sensing pleasure. A lot of drugs contain, stimulate or mimmic the effect of endorphins. But remember, these drugs are not meant for the human body to be consumed, and all have devastating consequences on the nervous system and other major organs. Only victims of a few diseases (such as Parkinson's, where the lack of endorphins causes the brain to think the body is in pain) should take these drugs, and only then when monitored by a registered physician.
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quosimos · Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2006 6:36 pm Post subject:

maybe you need some change from your usual routine. Or some new goals. You finished high school right? Are you going to uni? Get a new job maybe?

Go out with friends more often. bitch to them about how bad you feel. It should make you feel a whole lot better. trust me, i do it all the time.

If that fails then you can opt to just wallow in your misery. feel good about feeling bad. listen to depressing music, watch lotsa sad sappy romance movies and snack on sugary junk foods. Reading might be a little hard because it takes effort. this strategy is one of waiting. you wait till your depression just miraculously lifts or some external influence helps you out.

Do not touch alcohol. That is a very bad idea. Sad people do bad stuff when drunk.

if you are experiencing a serious bout of depression then ignore what i said about wallowing in sadness. talk to somebody, anybody , even someone on ASource.

Edvin · Conscript Joined: Dec 10, 2004 Posts: 135

The answer lie not outside, but inside..don't go out looking for new things. Find something, and do it..and do it well. Pick up an instrument and play until you play like a pro. Sports are good idea, or art. Just dedicate yourself to something

Satsujin · Yari Ashigaru Joined: Aug 04, 2005 Posts: 209

yeah,try doing something out of the ordinary,like kicking every trashbin
you see in sight in the middle of the night (it help me once) and some vandalism might help.don't get caught doing it though.The thrill of destroying public property and getting caugth at any time Wink

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Or if you just wanna play it safe and follow the rule,do some art or music.

xenon10 · Posted: Fri Feb 03, 2006 5:01 am Post subject:

you sure you're still depressed? seeing as how many posted and responded to your question, anyone would be happy about it, now would't he? Wink

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Blademaster · Posted: Fri Feb 03, 2006 10:06 am Post subject:

Well, I'am not in a position to give you an advice because I'am just new here and I'am not familiar with older members of this site, but, if you feel depressed, you should tell it to a friend and let it all out because if you don't know how to deal with your problem, there is always your friend willing give you a helping hand.