Is it normal to not have real-life aspirations?

I can't work or live independently due to my mental health problems. Even though there's a part of me that feels "normal" and wants to *be* normal, the reality is that I can never push myself beyond my limits or I suffer breakdowns.

That being said, I don't have any goals in life either. My whole life revolves around whatever fictional characters I happen to be obsessing over at a given time. That, and surfing the internet, exercising, and visiting with family.

I know I probably sound like the world's biggest loser, but I'm actually pretty content with my life. I love routine and if my life could stay this way till I dropped dead, I'd die happy. Not everybody needs to save the world in order to have a meaningful life.

Is it possible for you to become independent of your family (financially, emotionally etc.)? Would you be happier if you left your religion behind?

I would consider changing your answer to both of those questions to "yes", and then act on it.

EDIT: As a side-note, I'm sure doing nothing but watching TV all day isn't making God or your family happy, either. I'm sure they'd rather you followed your dreams than do nothing at all.

At least you have your squirrel.

Is it your family/your family's religion thats restricting you? Or your family and your religion? Whatever it is, you're doing the smart thing by not stirring up trouble. I think it's normal. But I do implore you to search for a deeper meaning. Tv shows and movies are entertaining and distracting, but they get mind numbing after a while.

Sounds like you are depressed, perhaps. Unless you get true enjoyment from being a slacker. If you're depressed, see a doctor.

Having goals in life is very important. Don't let ur family tie you down. It's your life. You can do whatever u want with it! Take a minute to write down some things you really want to do, then next them, write down how u can. It helps me!