RE: The insufferable know it all has some very solid ideas ^^^

Sep 4, 2024
7:55:12am

byujacob INSUFFERABLE KNOW IT ALL

My game nights with friends starts after kids are in bed. Usually 830pm, and it's on weeknights. During the summer, my older kids are invited to join. They aren't that into board games, but one of my sons will sometimes play.

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Not sure what category to put this in, but I'm having a rough time with life.

NumbersGuy

Sep 4, 6:56am

Do you have suicidal thoughts?

Iman23

Sep 4, 6:59am

No, I want to live, I just want to feel connected and interested in life again

NumbersGuy

Sep 4, 7:01am

That's a win. I recommend therapy and medication but if you can't/won't

fattycoug

Sep 4, 10:36am

I know it is done in good faith, but I have a big problem with suicide awareness

fbguru

Sep 4, 7:34am

I have seen the opposite. I work in a school. I see more kids having skills to

Stucoug83

Sep 4, 7:42am

3 advices: Exercise, therapy, testosterone test

darkcoug

Sep 4, 7:59am

You're jsut wrong on this. Sorry. No facts behind it. Way more people have

fattycoug

Sep 4, 10:30am

Well, there are some facts. In the book Influence they go over how there is an

Spine

Sep 5, 1:27am

Hang in there

Durden

Sep 4, 7:01am

100%. And if you aren't already doing aerobic type exercise, do it. Running, swimming, whatever.

Ragnar Danneskjold

Sep 4, 8:20am

I think many of us have been there. All I can say is hang in there and hopefully,you’ll be able to snap out of your

Islandercoug

Sep 4, 7:01am

Talk to a professional. What your are experiencing is common but not normal.

TailgateU

Sep 4, 7:03am

Adding to that, I have gone through times when I later realized I was lower than

TailgateU

Sep 4, 7:54am

I am sorry you are going thru that

Cougar99

Sep 4, 7:05am

I believe this is adulthood. Enjoy!

shimmy

Sep 4, 7:05am

This probably won’t help, but here’s a song I like to listen to when I’m feeling

Hambone

Sep 4, 7:06am

Please see a mental health professional.

cougfanblue

Sep 4, 7:07am

I understand a bit about what you're going through. Here are some friendly suggestions:

byujacob

Sep 4, 7:07am

👆

YLifer

Sep 4, 7:16am

The insufferable know it all has some very solid ideas ^^^

BlueTooth

Sep 4, 7:18am

RE: The insufferable know it all has some very solid ideas ^^^

byujacob

Sep 4, 7:55am

Hang in there! I know it doesn't help but Eccl 3:1-11 is true. Seasons of life

Tio

Sep 4, 7:31am

In addition to these great suggestions start a gratitude journal. Look for any

PokeMAN

Sep 4, 7:54am

Get your testosterone tested.

Stucoug83

Sep 4, 7:07am

This is the answer.. and maybe also a sleep test

Saxa

Sep 4, 7:16am

Lack of sleep makes the days suck

HuskerFan2

Sep 4, 7:20am

Agree with what everyone has said - try to be in the temple often as well.

XORCoug

Sep 4, 7:09am

Find something that excites you and chase it. Purpose isn't found, it's decided.

Mostlyaccurate

Sep 4, 7:12am

For me it was 2 things. Buying and selling a product I believe in, and service.

fbguru

Sep 4, 7:37am

I feel like you are about to ask someone to join your downline

Strawhat4life

Sep 4, 11:44am

I’m going through something similar

HimmerFredette

Sep 4, 7:13am

Part of it is just life man, you're doing the right things it sounds like. Part

BlueTooth

Sep 4, 7:14am

This is s phase I go through every so often. It does pass. Usually connecting

Reach

Sep 4, 7:16am

Definitely would recommend a counselor or psychiatrist. Mine told me that in my

Stopper6700

Sep 4, 7:16am

Hang in there. I went through a long stretch like you describe (different but

gwalker

Sep 4, 7:19am

1) talk to someone, 2) try some new hobbies

Xenon

Sep 4, 7:31am

I would do a few things because you need to take action now.

Idacoug

Sep 4, 7:32am

Tell me about your hobbies. What did you used to like to do?

RedHeadedStranger

Sep 4, 7:38am

Also, sit down and write down all the blessings you have in your life. It

Jdoc

Sep 4, 7:38am

I’m right there with you man…

Pretorian

Sep 4, 8:11am

I dont know you but i am proud of you. My 2 cents …

YoungstownCoug

Sep 4, 8:25am

It's likely all three combined. I've been there and often visit.

Mitty

Sep 4, 8:28am

At times in the past, early morning runs have helped me a lot. Someplace scenic, then be thinking a prayer some of the

lightmann

Sep 4, 10:03am

I know exactly what you mean, and am often feeling the same way.

Powerbait DPM

Sep 4, 10:18am

This sounds like a mix of depression and just real life as an adult with kids.

Virginia Ute

Sep 4, 10:51am

I have absolutely been where you are.

CF99

Sep 4, 11:00am

Sounds like you need to get some sleep

Strawhat4life

Sep 4, 11:43am

Do you exercise?

BYU Grounds

Sep 4, 11:46am

Brother this is depression. You need medical help. Praying for you.

EDthoracotomy

Sep 4, 4:28pm

Where do you live?

LHA

Sep 4, 8:03pm

A lot of guys feel this way in their mid 30s

Hammer15

Sep 5, 9:18pm

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