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How to be happy if you really dont know what makes you happy?

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edmund27676
edmund27676

I've been so stresssed and depressed with my life as early as 10 years old. And honestly, I never felt that i am happy with my life. When i asked myself, how can i be happy?

I really cant think of anything? I am too young to feel suicidal and to be so sad with life.. Is there anybody here who feels the same?

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  • Patient
    Patient edmund27676

    Posted

    Hi edmund27676

    We note from a recent post which you have made to our forum that you may be experiencing thoughts around self-harm. If we have misinterpreted your comments then we apologies for contacting you directly. But if you are having such thoughts then please note that you are not alone in this, and there are people out there that can help.

    If you are having these suicidal thoughts then we strongly recommend you speak to someone who may be able to help. The Samaritans offer a safe space where you can talk openly about what you are going through. They can help you explore your options, understand your problems better, or just be there to listen.

    Their contact details are on our patient information leaflet here: https://patient.info/health/dealing-with-suicidal-thoughts, which also offers lots of other advice on how you can access the help you may need.

    If you are having such thoughts then please do reach out to the team at the Samaritans (or the other people detailed in our leaflet) who will understand what you're going through and will be able to help.

    Kindest regards

    Patient

    • edmund27676
      edmund27676 Patient

      Posted

      Thank you for responding to my situation. However, i cant contact anybody on the list because i am not a UK citizen. Is there anybody or any group that has a contact through skype because that is the only way of communucation i can provide. Thank you ver much.
    • jan34534
      jan34534 edmund27676

      Posted

      Here is a number you can call 24/7 if you feel depressed.  This is in the US.

      SEE IF THey can Skype .  

  • jan34534
    jan34534 edmund27676

    Posted

    Yes Edmund,  there are millions of people who feel the same way as you. I know what it feels like because it has happened to me too. 

    Yes your way too Young to feel  hopeless. There are many resources out there you could use to help you figure this out. 

    Sometimes We get a restlessness inside of us and we don't feel content the way our life is going.  

    Is there anything you enjoy doing? What are your talents? People who do things that they truly enjoy become very happy people.   Happiness is not about obtaining material things. It's about having peace of mind and contentment and  looking forward to doing things you enjoy.  

    Happiness is also about doing things for someone else. When  we do that it gives us  such a good feeling inside knowing that you helped someone or just brightened their day!  Volunteering just a couple hours a week can make a person feel needed. 

     we all need a sense of purpose in life. We want to feel loved and needed. 

    Think about what your purpose might be. 

     i'm sure you have so much to give but you may not be aware of it yet. 

     if you are really struggling, speaking with a counselor would be a great idea. They say this every single day and know how to help. Many counselors are also life coaches who can help you move forward in life so that you are feeling fulfilled and happy !

     One day at a time. Keep pushing forward! You're going to be great 😁??

     

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