Is it normal that i have a randomly accessible memory?

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Recently, I have these randomly triggered memories. Not short term, I'm talking stuff from around 15/16 years ago (I'm only 19 now). In vivid detail, usually followed by an overwhelming sense of pointlessness and depression. I have no idea what triggers them, or how they are of any importance- they are insignificant things, such as being on the swings as a 4 year old. My nan and grandad had just bought me a walkie talkie like device, and all of the other children were taking the piss. But I didn't care. I was happy.

And there are many others, like when my parents argued when I was five. I'm not going into any detail on that or any of the others. Mainly because I forget most of it afterwards, but what I do remember is depressing and horrible. I feel lethargic and sluggish just after I get a memory like this, even if it is a happy one.

So what the hell is wrong with me? Please answer, I need to know whether it is normal or whether to go see a shrink.

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  • Ldizzy1234
    12 years ago

    I know what you mean. Sometimes I fnd it easier to remember things from 10 years ago than what I had for dinner the night before. And old memories do just unexpectedly pop up.

    I think these memories that keep randomly popping up could've effected you in a way that you don't completely understand yet. With time you'll probably piece together what it is thats bothering you about these memories. Like that one you said of your parents arguing. That must've had some kind of impact on you for you to suddenly think of it like that. Has anything changed since then? Maybe you're a little confused, or wish things were the way they used to be.

    Then again, they could just be old thoughts/memories that you had tucked away for a while and now they just happen to be coming out to show you how far you've come.

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  • CRuNKShaNK
    10 years ago

    You need hobbies.

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  • iintolovethissite
    12 years ago

    i find for me i get the same but i think it is just memories of an easier more simple time no worry's no loss you were guarded from the world things were easier rather than the present when we start to become responsible for things and are aware of what is going on. i dont get depressed however i just think how good it would be to be like that again lol

    idk hope that helped lol

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  • alv1592
    12 years ago

    I have a vivid memory too. I'm 19 and the farthest back I can remember is the trip to the beach when I was 5. It's normal, but why are these random memories sad to you? Maybe talking to a counselor would help. Good luck.

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  • Who_Fan4Life
    12 years ago

    Yeah my RAM is good ;)

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  • Megid
    12 years ago

    I did chuckle at the title, you're not a computer. This is completely normal.

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  • emilydoll
    12 years ago

    So do I, normal.

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