I've always had a "heavy soul" and have had problems letting go. I never know who to turn to when these problems arise, because I don't feel close to anyone- either because they're creating the problem or I just know they wouldn't understand.
This past year, I've been through extreme ups and downs- and an incredibly passionate relationship that I don't know what to make of- and all of these problems build up inside of me. I end up being paranoid about everyone and scared to death about what could happen. However, to the general public, I'm the optimistic girl that's always giggling and having a ball... deep down, I know things are going to be alright, I can't deny the part of me that's scared to death... because I really am. I feel like I'm being oppressed by society.
I want things to change- but how? I know a lot of people, and most are just shallow- the rest I just can't relate to. But I hate being so closed up, because I know that it doesn't help. How can I "hang in there"?
2007-10-03 16:15:26 · 3 answers · asked by live*laugh*love 4 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
You got the curse of whatever it is I have. Lots of sensitivity.
Even tho people won't understand it still helps to talk about things. Not like I've found anyone to do that with either. Its tough.
You can hang in there. I've been doing it for a long while. And it gets familiar, but still feels odd.
Find a good counselor. It does help. Maybe talk to a Doctor about your feelings. You may have some depression or anxiety issues that can be helped with drugs. (But don't think the drugs will fix it.)
Look at Religion. There are religious and spiritual paths that help a lot. Not the mainstream evangelical Christian stuff. Deeper quieter religious forms. "Contemplative Outreach" is one group I've found helpful. And I am very comforted by Tibetan Buddhist practices.
Read the ancient writings from all parts of the globe. Chinese, Japanese, European, and the Middle East. Look it all over. You will find all those writers had the same feelings of despair and futile hope.
Be sure to spend time alone, and time with people.
2007-10-03 17:03:21 · answer #1 · answered by bahbdorje 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
God grant me the senerity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference.
Basically all I can really change is my self, my attitude.
Forgive, let go with love and move on. It isn't always easy, but
it works if you work it.
"I have a need to pray, prayer changes me not God" C.S.
Lewis
2007-10-03 23:27:33 · answer #2 · answered by jenny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds to me like you have an anxiety disorder
2007-10-03 23:22:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋