I don't enjoy anything in life, what now?

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People seem to think that "get off the internet, go out, do something with your life" is some brilliant advice that will just magically solve everyone's problems.

I do lots with my life. I have had several jobs, I am currently working towards a BSA, I draw and paint for people, I am studying 5 languages, I have been to many different countries, been working on fixing up an old house, I work out, I go out every day. but I do not enjoy anything, I only do this stuff to try to distract myself from my terrible thoughts. So far, nothing really helps.

I have no interest in doing things with people. I don't hate people at all, I just can't really get along with them properly.

all I ever do in my free time is sleep and be an asshole on the internet (which I guess would be called trolling, except they are my real thoughts), and then feel terrible about it.

the only reason why i don't kill myself is because it'd be selfish, since I can be used for others' happiness.

so, how can I keep from feeling so bad all the time?

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  • thegypsysailor
    8 years ago

    It seems fairly simple to me. If nothing you do gives you pleasure, then you need to find your passion. If everything you've accomplished and everywhere you've been have not returned the effort you have put into them, then they are pretty worthless, aren't they?
    You must continue trying and not 'settle' for life. Life is a grand adventure once you have found your passion. That IS worth pursuing for sure.

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    • Steve2WantsTheManagement2Reply
      8 years ago

      I heard that you are an older, more experienced lover, with the patience to teach young people about the subtlety and adventure involved in missionary position sex. Can you share with me, 48 years your junior, some of your wisdom?

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      • thegypsvsailor
        8 years ago

        Meet me at Grenada airport and I'll smash your back doors in

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  • dytrog
    8 years ago

    I'm 66 retired 2x. being bored is just normal for me.

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  • Steve2WantsTheManagement2Reply
    8 years ago

    Welcome to reality. It seems that you possess the intelligence required to realise that the world is, in fact, a shithole. So you must also possess the intelligence to know that once you realise that, nothing will change, right?

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  • kittycatrelle
    8 years ago

    Lol real shit come to NYC and make some friends uptown. We have drama for days and will keep you laughing

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  • booper
    8 years ago

    I'm sorry you feel this way. It sounds like you might be suffering from depression, or chronic fatigue syndrome, or at least need to talk to someone. Please don't harm yourself in the meantime.

    I'd recommend a therapist or counsellor, who can get you back on your feet. If you meet a bad one, keep switching until you find one who can help.

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