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Reply to "I frequently feel empty and have little sense of self "
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[quote=Anonymous]I think it sounds like you need to figure out how to take some time and find who you are outside of work and your parents' expectations. I followed my passions in my 20s (and have the lack of income to show for it), but I feel this way sometimes as a parent, like all I am is what I do to get through the days. I don't really have time to nurture friendships, and there's no "me" separate from being a mom and worker anymore. I don't have great advice except that I have a little more time as my kids get older and I prioritize things that make me feel alive (being outside and live music); you could maybe have a little more time if you downshifted to a more reasonable job, but maybe you can plan your weekends to include small pleasures where you enjoy existing in your body. That's the start. I like the PP's idea of a retreat, or somewhere you can just be, but in a safe environment around others if being alone you feel like a threat to yourself. [/quote]
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