No enjoyment in anything

[abudibu]

Hello,
I am new to this forum, so forgive me if this post is in the wrong section etc.

So, recently there have been a few things dragging me down in life, and here as an anonymous person, I would like to hear your opinion about it.
First of all, something I have been experiencing lately is that I get no enjoyent from anything. I used to spend hours listening to music before going to bed, now whenever I listen to music, I just get no emotional response or enjoyment from it. I also noted that the same thing happened with movies and books; I used to loe enjoying both, now I find it hard to kind of 'lose myself' in the story. This same thing has also happened for other areas in life as well, for example, I no longer enjoy being with friends or family anymore. Also, things that usually everyone can consider enjoyable, such as events or social gatherings, I'd rather pass. Everything just seems rather dull, and nothing really feels like anything.

Secondly, I have noticed that it feels as if I have no connection to myself even or emotions. In fact, most of the time it feels like I have no emotions at all, as stupid as that may sound. Feels like I am floating day to day, not really experiencing anything. Every noe and then, I get these passing waves of emotions. Even if they are bad ones, I try to clinge on to them, because I know they will fade away soon.

This is just some of the thins I have noticed about my daily life, but the list does nto end here tho. If any of this soudns familiar, please share. Would like to get back to enjoying life again soon :)

[Baster9]

Hi, I've experienced the same things as you, you will be back on track soon, THE MOST IMPORTANT thing is not to fight it, just leave it as it is. This means accept that you won't have any enjoyment for a week or two but this thing will pass away with time. The worst you can do is worry about it... I've been the same as you so trust me it will pass away so just accept that as part of your life for now.

[Cali54321]

Hi there,

I have been experiencing the same thing, well not lately as I have started medication so I'm starting to get back to my old self, slowly but surely.

It's call anhedonia and it's a real thing people experience. For me my doctor thinks it is caused by my anxiety which led to depression...I couldn't believe it was actually a symtpom....

I could barely get out of bed let alone work which I actually LOVE, I couldn't enjoy time with my boyfriend or my pets, I just felt like for some reason there was no point....it was weird, it is weird....

Here is more info: http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/special_reports/depression/anhedonia.htm

Have you thought about talking to your doctor if you haven't already?

[abudibu]

Baster 9, your way sounds tempting, but sadly, my state has gotten gradually worse. At first I couldnt understand why I didnt want to listen to music anymore or do any fun activities, but now, its just been spreading to other areas of life as well. And its not like its really disturbing my schooling or anything, I still recieve excellent grades and am glad to achieve that everytime, but it just feels like there should be somethign more to life to enjoy :)

[dreamer100]

I found exactly the same thing myself!
First it was music, then socialising. The lack of enjoyment spread like a fire and it still exists.

I try to simply visualise having a good time and actively force myself to listen to music. I am actually getting more value from my life now.
But it is wierd that this effect occurs.

Just try to keep at it:huh:

[snowgoose]

hello Abudibu,

your post screams to me that you are clinically depressed .and am so sorry you feel so low and unwell.
I remember feeling as though I was watching life go by while imprisoned behind glass wall .............no joy left .
you must see your doctor .really must .........you may need meds ...and believe me you will come back to your old self eventually and one day music will light a fire in you again . honest x

take care and dont despair .....but see doc for therapy or meds . :hugs:

[mtatum4496]

Boy can I relate to this. I used to love music in the car, music at home, music anywhere. When my anxiety and related issues began to manifest, it was impossible to get even a little bit of enjoyment from music or any of the other activities that once meant so much to me. It seemed as if my nerves weren't doing crazy, I was left in such as state of apathy that nothing mattered at all. fortunately, that has changed some and I am beginning to enjoy some things again, although not with the same relish I did before - hopefully that will come in time.

[abudibu]

wow, im amazed by the rate of responses in this thread :D to be honest, if there is anyway I can avoid it, is meds really the only possible way? i would rather go that extra mile to get better without taking pills. I wont object to seeing someone tho, about time I stopped guessing what could possibly be wrong with me :D any ideas how to approach a professional?

[mtatum4496]

Abudibu, there is no single right way to overcome an anxiety disorder. What works for one person does nothing or makes things worse for the next person. If you haven't already, I would recommend a complete physical checkup that includes drawing fluid samples to check for signs of thyroid issues or low levels of different nutrients in your system, such as potassium. There may be a physical reason for your condition that can be treated with dietary and lifestyle changes, maybe some short-term use of medication and maybe a little counseling or therapy of some type. The important thing is to identify why you have anxiety, and then be open to different alternatives and combinations of treatments that can be used to help you deal with the symptoms of anxiety and eventually get past the underlying origin and start enjoying life again.