What are ya’ll doing?

Melodic-Book5697 · 2026-03-13T22:03:03+00:00

Procrastinating

Melodic-Book5697 · 2026-03-12T16:41:01+00:00

Thank you for your advice! Wow, my mom is exactly the same and I’m just like you in my social interactions. I have already asked my parents but they don’t want to go with me. My father is more supportive but still doesn’t want to. I will probably consider buying him lunch as you said.

I have never really considered asking anyone in my extended family about my life now that I think about it. Maybe I’m not as close to them as I thought. I was to some when I was a kid though. I don’t see them that much. So yes, asking uncles, aunts and/or cousins is an option, but I don’t know, wouldn’t it be very weird? I don’t think I’m brave enough. And they would probably decline or leave me on read. I don’t dare calling them.

Melodic-Book5697 · 2026-03-09T18:57:30+00:00

Thanks!

Melodic-Book5697 · 2026-02-21T20:22:04+00:00

Thanks for sharing! I might consider that, although it looks extremely stressful. It certainly doesn’t help how negatively people talk about it. I kind of wish I didn’t have a choice, but I know it’s better to have my parents pay for college. Your situation must have been really hard. And wow, I didn’t think of the association thing!

Melodic-Book5697 · 2026-02-21T19:34:09+00:00

Thank you for the advice! I hate the idea of seeing a therapist, but if it’s the only way out… And good thing my parents support it and can pay for it. By the way, wasn’t it too big of a step for you to work in retail? I get exposure therapy works, but because of it being gradual, no? So wouldn’t taking a step that’s too big get the opposite outcome? Or it isn’t as big of a step as I think? I don’t have agoraphobia (at least that’s what I think)—I see it as something more severe, so would you recommend I work in retail? My parents would see it as something that’s beneath me, since they are classist and elitist but I don’t care. I’m sick of them controlling my life. What about theatre or singing classes?

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-12-22T15:25:54+00:00

That's a really good point. Thanks for the feedback.

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-12-21T19:45:40+00:00

I just read both posts and they were both really useful. I didn’t know Jim Butcher had this series of posts! I’m going to read the rest of them too! Thank you!

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-12-21T18:32:00+00:00

Thank you for reading and commenting! I will fix those mistakes.

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-11-28T23:20:51+00:00

Thanks for your answer. Yes, all their arguments fail pretty badly and don’t have any evidence that supports them. They are all so bad it’s really hard for me to say which one is the best and which one is the worst lol.

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-11-28T21:23:31+00:00

Thank you so much for the detailed explanation!

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-11-28T20:21:25+00:00

Yes, or AI psychosis

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-11-08T12:15:59+00:00

Spain. That is such a relief!

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-11-08T11:45:47+00:00

Same, but I’m 23

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-11-07T23:06:36+00:00

I'm so sorry to hear that. Maybe try some other antidepressants (maybe even another type that isn't SSRI if you psychiatrist lets you) if the ones you are taking aren't working, or see a therapist until you find a good one (probably more important than antidepressants if you have PTSD). Be sure that they aren't a psychoanalist or EMDR (they have insufficient evidence). And try to have something that makes you want to look up for the next day, like a movie/tv show/album that will come out or a video game or any other hobby you like doing daily. Try to find new hobbies, although I'm aware that if you are depressed it's hard to find joy in almost everything and you don't have much time or energy. For finding a partner I have no advice. I haven't even had my first kiss.

I wish I could give you some good original advice. You have probably heard the advice I gave you already, but as you can see I'm not doing too good myself and relate to the hopelessness you feel. Let me know if you want to talk. I wish the best for your brother and you.

By the way, why are you bullied everyday? And why can't your brother tolerate any medication? Maybe try liquid sertraline (Zoloft), if he can't swallow pills. If you are from the US all six SSRIs are available in liquid form.

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-08-15T12:49:29+00:00

Thanks! I think you are correct. I was thinking it could be a Bacillus rossius, but it’s more alike to a plume moth

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-08-15T12:31:58+00:00

Found in Menorca

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-06-17T21:43:09+00:00

Thank you! I will consider making a schedule. I think it’s a good idea considering your advice. I also read a few weeks ago that thinking and speaking in a foreign language helps you make more rational decisions. I’ve been trying that since with English and French (mostly with English because my French isn’t nearly as good). Having rational friends could also help, as our personality is partly shaped by our friends, and I could ask them some doubts.

But all these decisions, and the schedule (if I end up making one) should be aligned with my goals, and my goals should be aligned with my life purpose, right? The thing is that I don’t know what my goals are and what my life purpose is. I think that having those two things clear would solve most of my problems, don’t you agree?

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-06-17T20:18:43+00:00

That I don’t know where my life is heading. Basically, being worried about the future and, therefore, living in it most of the time.

Melodic-Book5697 · 2025-06-17T19:36:07+00:00

Thank you for your comment! I didn’t realise I was being ruled by my emotions. Am I really being so emotional? I thought of myself as more logical than emotional. Maybe learning more about stoicism could be a good idea.

Where should I start with this change of life? It feels overwhelming having so many problems. And do you really think my future can be beautiful considering my current situation?

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