OT – Feelings of Melancholy, Life Plans Going Forward

[FormerOwner]

Wow, I must say these are some great responses. I think there’s an element of truth in each of them. I agree with NeetaT about physical exercise being important – plus being outside in nature on a regular basis. I have struggled with depression on and off (more off than on) for much of my life but I think a lot of positive changes and creativity have come from it so I really wouldn’t have it any other way. I’ve become a much better person I think because of making changes as a result of being unhappy with the status quo. I’ve known people that appear perpetually happy and bubbly all the time but their lives are a mess and when you get to know them they are actually falling apart inside. In the end, we’re all just doing the best we can and the universe will unfold as it should.

[KSMountain]

Wow Cabal, that was some pretty honest sharing. Definitely food for thought. Who knows, you could be giving many of us a glimpse of our future.

I have a couple of simple ideas; maybe they’ll be helpful.

* I think you’re right about exercise. Endorphins and all that. This would also vastly help any sleep issues you may be having (in my experience). Sure, in the big picture what is the overall “value” to the world of you doing exercise? Admittedly not large, but I do think it will help you feel better, maybe think more clearly about things, while going through your days and plotting more meaningful activities.

* Volunteer work? Teaching (of any form)?

* Something intellectually challenging where you can see your progression. Pilot’s License?

[KSMountain]

Wow Cabal, that was some pretty honest sharing. Definitely food for thought. Who knows, you could be giving many of us a glimpse of our future.

I have a couple of simple ideas; maybe they’ll be helpful.

* I think you’re right about exercise. Endorphins and all that. This would also vastly help any sleep issues you may be having (in my experience). Sure, in the big picture what is the overall “value” to the world of you doing exercise? Admittedly not large, but I do think it will help you feel better, maybe think more clearly about things, while going through your days and plotting more meaningful activities.

* Volunteer work? Teaching (of any form)?

* Something intellectually challenging where you can see your progression. Pilot’s License?

[KSMountain]

Wow Cabal, that was some pretty honest sharing. Definitely food for thought. Who knows, you could be giving many of us a glimpse of our future.

I have a couple of simple ideas; maybe they’ll be helpful.

* I think you’re right about exercise. Endorphins and all that. This would also vastly help any sleep issues you may be having (in my experience). Sure, in the big picture what is the overall “value” to the world of you doing exercise? Admittedly not large, but I do think it will help you feel better, maybe think more clearly about things, while going through your days and plotting more meaningful activities.

* Volunteer work? Teaching (of any form)?

* Something intellectually challenging where you can see your progression. Pilot’s License?

[KSMountain]

Wow Cabal, that was some pretty honest sharing. Definitely food for thought. Who knows, you could be giving many of us a glimpse of our future.

I have a couple of simple ideas; maybe they’ll be helpful.

* I think you’re right about exercise. Endorphins and all that. This would also vastly help any sleep issues you may be having (in my experience). Sure, in the big picture what is the overall “value” to the world of you doing exercise? Admittedly not large, but I do think it will help you feel better, maybe think more clearly about things, while going through your days and plotting more meaningful activities.

* Volunteer work? Teaching (of any form)?

* Something intellectually challenging where you can see your progression. Pilot’s License?

[KSMountain]

Wow Cabal, that was some pretty honest sharing. Definitely food for thought. Who knows, you could be giving many of us a glimpse of our future.

I have a couple of simple ideas; maybe they’ll be helpful.

* I think you’re right about exercise. Endorphins and all that. This would also vastly help any sleep issues you may be having (in my experience). Sure, in the big picture what is the overall “value” to the world of you doing exercise? Admittedly not large, but I do think it will help you feel better, maybe think more clearly about things, while going through your days and plotting more meaningful activities.

* Volunteer work? Teaching (of any form)?

* Something intellectually challenging where you can see your progression. Pilot’s License?

[NeetaT]

Oh, I forgot to mention reading the “Dale Carnegie Scrapbook.” It is an exemplary piece of work. Please read it if you have not already done so.

[NeetaT]

Oh, I forgot to mention reading the “Dale Carnegie Scrapbook.” It is an exemplary piece of work. Please read it if you have not already done so.

[NeetaT]

Oh, I forgot to mention reading the “Dale Carnegie Scrapbook.” It is an exemplary piece of work. Please read it if you have not already done so.

[NeetaT]

Oh, I forgot to mention reading the “Dale Carnegie Scrapbook.” It is an exemplary piece of work. Please read it if you have not already done so.

[NeetaT]

Oh, I forgot to mention reading the “Dale Carnegie Scrapbook.” It is an exemplary piece of work. Please read it if you have not already done so.

[Eugene]

[quote]Religion – Catholic. I have always wanted to experience true spirituality, blind faith, whatever you want to call it. Never really felt it, perhaps a consequence of too much logic based education reprogramming this malleable brain. I enjoy a good sermon and would like to find and attend a true non-denomination church.[/quote]

How about trying Zen Buddhism?

It may not make you feel less directionless, but it’ll teach you to embrace and enjoy it.

[Eugene]

[quote]Religion – Catholic. I have always wanted to experience true spirituality, blind faith, whatever you want to call it. Never really felt it, perhaps a consequence of too much logic based education reprogramming this malleable brain. I enjoy a good sermon and would like to find and attend a true non-denomination church.[/quote]

How about trying Zen Buddhism?

It may not make you feel less directionless, but it’ll teach you to embrace and enjoy it.

[Eugene]

[quote]Religion – Catholic. I have always wanted to experience true spirituality, blind faith, whatever you want to call it. Never really felt it, perhaps a consequence of too much logic based education reprogramming this malleable brain. I enjoy a good sermon and would like to find and attend a true non-denomination church.[/quote]

How about trying Zen Buddhism?

It may not make you feel less directionless, but it’ll teach you to embrace and enjoy it.

[Eugene]

[quote]Religion – Catholic. I have always wanted to experience true spirituality, blind faith, whatever you want to call it. Never really felt it, perhaps a consequence of too much logic based education reprogramming this malleable brain. I enjoy a good sermon and would like to find and attend a true non-denomination church.[/quote]

How about trying Zen Buddhism?

It may not make you feel less directionless, but it’ll teach you to embrace and enjoy it.

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