I had given up on everything. I did not find pleasure in anything. I forgot how to smile, forgot how to have fun. Things that were once important to be did not take precedence anymore. I just did not care. Some would say that is depression. I would say this is the beginning of something bigger and needs attention. I have spoken to a lot of individuals in the past month who at one point in time have felt this way. However, they do not know others feel exactly the way they do. I encourage you to open up because someone, somewhere is going through what you are going through. We just are not brave enough to disclose! For the first time in a long time I laughed last night, I smiled. I didn't have to fake it. It was genuine.
Tips on how to bring the joy back into your life:
1. Learn how to separate work life and home life: When you walk out those doors at 5pm leave your work life there also. No need to take the worries/paperwork home with you. This can become unhealthy.
2. Choose one day, specific time frame for you: On this day you know and your family/significant others know that this day between the time of ___ to ___ you are unavailable. Do something for yourself.
3. During tough economic times it is often hard to engage in certain activities because everything cost money. Find things to do for free!
I ask myself, am I really happy?
No, happiness is never permanent. There will be days where I feel like giving up again, there will be days where I am bitter, however I need to strive for happiness.
The next post I will be talking about voids.
*My Words, My Canvas*
