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

Sep 4, 2024
10:51:02am

Virginia Ute All-American

Make time for exercise. See a doc about maybe getting a med for depression. Go back in time and have less kids…jk but maybe pay for some child care to get some free time which will help your mental state.

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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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