I suddenly feel strange in my own life. I've lived in my apt. for two years, had the same job for two years, and lived in this city for 3 1/2 years, though it's all the way across the country from my family. I've been happy here, but lately I feel uncomfortable in all of my surroundings, for no apparent reason. I feel like I need to move on in my life...this city (LA) is fast-paced and I haven't felt true meaning for awhile. The main thing is the unfamiliarity. My own apt. feels strange, EVERYTHING does. I find myself craving moving to like Iowa or something, which would be even stranger, but it feels like I would feel more at home!!! Why are my own surroundings suddenly feeling like I'm a guest in my own life, and like my vacation is about to end, and all I want to do is go home, but this IS home?! I know, I must just be crazy...!!! Any thoughts?
2006-12-15 01:02:25 · 15 answers · asked by goldilocks747 1 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Life is a journey, not a destination. All of the places you go, the different experiences you have (both good and bad) and the people you meet become a part of that journey and help you to grow as a person.
Maybe you feel that you have gotten all that you can from LA, and it is time to try something new...or even go back to something old and familiar for a while.
Whatever decision you make, it is not for the rest of your life...just another part of the exciting journey called life.
2006-12-15 01:19:25 · answer #1 · answered by GatorVol 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There is nothing wrong with you!! Alot of people are searching for peace and happiness within their own lives just like you. You might just discovered that living in LA doesn't suit you. That's a start. You need to follow your instincts. Go back to where 'home' is to you - maybe go visit your family and grasp what that 'home' feeling is...Is it the people? The surroundings? The support? that you're missing in your life?
You have to know WHAT you find important - it might not be found in a big exciting city like L.A.
Good luck.
2006-12-15 01:21:25 · answer #2 · answered by sweetsxyazn2002 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe it is time for you to move on. You might need a small town where you'll know everybody. This has good & bad points, by the way. I'm 51 & haven't had a real home yet. Every time I started feeling comfortable with my home, something happened to change it. The longest I was in my own home was about 10 years. As Buddah said, "Nothing lasts forever!"
2006-12-15 01:10:13 · answer #3 · answered by shermynewstart 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are not crazy, all my life I haven't found a spot to settle in yet.
There comes times in our lives where some of us need to move and start all over again, fresh, the consistancy of things and repetition of the same day in the same place becomes a bore and it closes in on us so we yearn for that fresh start in new territory, new faces, new job, new places to explore.
Go where you get pulled by your instincts and settle in for as long as that may be but know that they're absolutely nothing wrong with your behavior and you're not alone.
2006-12-15 03:29:51 · answer #4 · answered by Nanci 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never felt at home before, but I stay where I am for the sake of my wife and kids. If your responsibilities allow you to move out to nowhere and start over, make a plan and do it. Myself, I think I am just aware enough to realize that I am one of the sheep but not bold enough to truly become my own Sheppard. I don't do new years resolutions but I think you already know yours.
Good luck to you I hope you find your peace.
2006-12-15 02:55:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well everyone of us wants to be independent....and when we do achieve that, it is not so interesting as the idea of it. You seem to live alone...you achieved a lot of things...you have your apartment, your job....and you don't find any satisfaction because you don't fight for anything. trust me even if you move in another city you'll get bored. so instead, try to do something about it. Have fun...go out more often, learn new language, fight for something, fight with yourself...fight with your solitude. moving out is never an option. Unless you want so madly to go home to your parents...than think it over...cuz you won't be independent anymore :):)
take care...and good luck in finding an solution.
2006-12-15 01:11:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is nothing wrong with you! You got the itch for more out of life. apparently your job, friends and overall surroundings aren't enough to keep you occupied and interested..Friends can cure your problem, volunteer to do something can solve your problem, but Iowa won't solve your problem..Maybe you need to move back near your home area to have contact and meaning with your family and friends you left behind when you moved..Good Luck
2006-12-15 01:11:37 · answer #7 · answered by flashrtp 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
L.A. is very shallow, fake, and plastic. Your heart is obviously purer than that and your body is being affected by the conflict. Go with your gut. You can ALWAYS move back if you want, so there's nothing to lose but the discomfort if you relocate. Good luck!
2006-12-15 03:18:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you should go to counseling with your family so they can know how you are feeling and why you feel that way. And also, you could get Professional help. It could really work. I hope things get better for you!! Also, whenever it feels like no one loves you, just think of God! He died on the cross for each and every one of our sins whether we believe he did or not. That seems like a TON of love to me!!!
2016-05-24 19:56:44 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just do what feels right to you... there is no right or wrong in a situation like this. Follow your heart and good luck!
2006-12-15 01:10:21 · answer #10 · answered by jake_27_ky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋