There is something missing in my life but I do not know what it is. Do other people experience that void. Religion does not fill that void for me.
2007-04-27 07:53:19 · 9 answers · asked by groovy 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
I understand how you are feeling, I am in the same boat .. have been for long long time. Just I am now looking into goin back to college .. soon will be 35, find something that is going to interest you.. get you excited. I strongly believe everyone has some special purpose in their life, a way of improving the way things are, how we affect the people around us on a daily basis. Just hang in there.. one day it will hit you.. come to a realization of what is going to give you contentment in ur life. Till then you and I and am sure many others feelin same way will have to just find ways of handling the anxiety of not knowing what to do. I think it's a good thing in a way because makes us strive for something more.. learn more, meet more people, make some goals for yourself and try to stick to them. If ur anything like me though.. i get bored and change my mind constantly.. wish you well.. ur not the only one feelin that way. Gotta just believe somethin is waiting for you to find it..you will when time is right. take care.
2007-04-27 08:17:14 · answer #1 · answered by rootzgirl34 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I frequently feel that way and have experienced it for several years. The times that I have felt content have been fleeting. The main thing is to not let it lead to depression. Try to find some kind of past time, hobby, etc. that you enjoy and devote time to that. Because of other commitments - work, raising children, home chores, etc. - you may not have much time to spend on that enjoyable diversion. Because of the limited time, you will find that you treasure that "escape" even more.
In my estimation, I think it has to do with people who have a higher intelligence, which can be a blessing and a curse, so to speak.
It is wonderful to be able to figure things out more quickly but it isn't so great when new things quickly get boring.
It may be difficult but try not to dwell on the fact that you feel this "void". Instead, look at the positives in your life and find time for things that interest you.
A former boss of mine used to say "Wouldn't you like to be that mechanic who is greasy and oily, who rolls under your car, but still whistles while he is working?" It is like that person is happy and content no matter what work they are doing.
I sincerely hope this helps.
2007-04-27 08:40:02 · answer #2 · answered by Oenophile... (Lynn) 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's God and if you don't believe it'll never be filled. Or maybe it's lonliness if you are not married. Or maybe you could fill the void by helping other. Maybe get into some serious charity work. A lot of people feel like something is missing in their lives, but you will never hear that from a person who has God. That's not to say you are a bad person if you do not believe, but I wish you luck either way.
2007-04-27 08:00:49 · answer #3 · answered by ♫Rojas♫ 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes, I feel that void, too. I think everyone does. It sometimes takes a long time to develop the spirituality that fills that void. Trust in those moments when peace fills your heart. The thoughts you are thinking at those times, are thoughts that will lead you to the peace and love that can fill the void.
2007-04-27 09:46:56 · answer #4 · answered by MumOf5 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Joseph Campbell's advice to his students was "follow your bliss." Perhaps you're not doing that, or haven't found yours yet. Perhaps none of us are complete as long as our egos cut us off from the rest of the world. The root meaning of the word religion (Latin: re (again) ligio (connect)) is reconnecting. If stories about heaven and hell and sin and redemption don't reconnect you, find something that does. Walks in the woods, tai chi, whatever. Falling in love is quite a lot like filling the void, but not exactly it.
May the longtime sun shine upon you
All joy surround you,
And the pure light within you
Guide you all the way on.
2007-04-27 09:12:04 · answer #5 · answered by Philo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-30 10:58:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
"The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation". H. D. Thoreau said that over a hundred years ago so you're not the first to feel that way. Each person has to find their own way to give their life meaning. For some, the search itself is the solution.
2007-04-27 09:02:07 · answer #7 · answered by the_meadowlander 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I do get into that paradigm frequently. In and out, in and out. Sometimes I feel complete - at times as if it feels as if im back to zero. Like of why am I here, what do I want. and if I could be really happy. Not that I am depressed. I mostly say I am in between...not depressed, but not happy either.
2007-04-27 08:02:05 · answer #8 · answered by shanekeavy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Everyone wants to be perfect, yet no one is.
2007-04-27 15:52:51 · answer #9 · answered by A 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋