Fidei Defensor Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 I feel just awful today, in every way possible. How do you get yourself out of a rut? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maximillion Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 Are you stuck over decision making or overwhelmed by something? Practice mindfulness....observe how you are feeling without judgement or trying to change it. (I find this hard) Distract yourself......a movie, a walk, a shower? Comfort yourself like you would a child or your best friend. Cuddle up to someone, a pet or a pillow. Alternatively, go into the woods and scream blue murder........ All of the above! Seriously, feeling crappy is horrid and I identify. My prayers for you and my encouragement. It does pass, you won't be stuck forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HisChildForever Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 Little things cheer me up...purchasing new work clothes, putting new music on my mp3 (I only really listen in the car on the way to work), trying out a new shampoo scent (lol), reading, watching a favorite movie, a long hot shower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted March 22, 2014 Author Share Posted March 22, 2014 I think part of it is that I feel so alone in the universe and I want so much for there to be a God. I just don't know if I'm ready to take the leap, yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basilisa Marie Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 Well, I sort of do what you're doing now. I reach out to someone, even if it's to send a stupid text about a stupid show that I like. It helps me feel connected in different way than with just the internet, but even talking to other people online is better for me than nothing. Sometimes I find that putting on the radio or a podcast can help distract me from intrusive thoughts. Then I pop a B vitamin tablet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basilisa Marie Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 I think part of it is that I feel so alone in the universe and I want so much for there to be a God. I just don't know if I'm ready to take the leap, yet. What's in your way? Is it more logical, or personal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fidei Defensor Posted March 22, 2014 Author Share Posted March 22, 2014 What's in your way? Is it more logical, or personal? Logical, though not really. My mind keeps saying "what about science," even though I know science and faith can go hand in hand. But its nagging at my mind anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anastasia13 Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 I listen to music when I feel down. Somewhere, there is usually someone who can put my feelings into words, even when I don't feel like it. Humans are really good for really ugh moments. It's good to get out so that one can get out of one's self. Laughter almost always does a person good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clk Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 Francis Collins is a physician and currently the Director of the National Institute of Health. He has written some interesting books on faith and science that might help you. Perhaps you just need "permission" to listen to your inner self and take the leap. I think God is talking to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatitude Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 I think part of it is that I feel so alone in the universe and I want so much for there to be a God. I just don't know if I'm ready to take the leap, yet. I will ask my dear friend Brother Charles of Jesus (Blessed Charles de Foucauld) to pray for you. He was an agnostic and struggled with a very great loneliness and sense of unease about where his life was going. He used to pray, "My God, if you exist, make yourself known to me." He was gifted with an incredible yet very simple faith, rooted so deeply in love and trust - he went from being a wealthy ex-soldier to a poor monk, and then a solitary in the Sahara desert, but not a hermit. His house was always open to people, and they came from miles around. They called it the fraternity. He believed in meeting people wherever they were, no matter what their beliefs. He was a very humble kind man and I am sure his prayers will help you. You might also find benefit in a book by Dorothy Day, The Long Loneliness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4588686 Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 I feel just awful today, in every way possible. How do you get yourself out of a rut? I usually drink. #sad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhuturePriest Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 I usually drink. #sad https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_x4_QrMcm8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anastasia13 Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_x4_QrMcm8 Nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southern california guy Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 I recommend coffee :bananarap: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Years Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Sometimes just letting go and waiting for a few days or weeks can shift my perspective. Things always change if given enough time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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