I want to change.

Willoughbyva

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There are some things that I wish to change, but I don't know how to change them. I wish for things to be different for myself, but still I don't know what direction to go into. Any advice? I know I didn't go into details, but mainly I don't want to feel lonely and isolated anymore. I also want a job that I like doing.
 

lightweight

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Can't help you out with the job part, but I'm told you should become a student of your interest. Read all you can about what really interests you (history, trends, etc), and try to find a job that's related.

As for the isolated and lonely part, step out of any comfort zone you may have being isolated, and meet some people. Maybe go to a bookstore, or coffee shop and say hi to some people. Start small, until you feel comfortable, and you'll find some people that you click with.
 

fbrdphreak

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Originally posted by: Trippin315
Start with this.

the rest will follow.
Hahahaha

Seriously, if there are things you want to change you need to start making yourself do it. Changing a part of your personality you don't like, going to the gym, working towards a better job, whatever it is: set your goal, keep it in your mind, and think before you do something. If you want to change something about youer personality, before you do something think if that is in-line with what you want to change. If its not, don't do it. Do/say/think something that is in-line with what you want to change.

If you want to work out more, don't pussy out on going to the gym. When it comes time to make the trek to the gym or whereever, don't even think about it. Don't consider your alternatives or options. Get your gym clothes, whatever else you need to take, etc and just go. Figure out a good, set work out plan. Have a definite plan for each trip and it will be easier to get it done.

If you want to improve your job, figure out what you want to do. Then figure out what you need to get there. More experience, more education, more contacts, whatever; and then do it. Take some classes if you need more education; if its a promotion, ask your boss what you need to do to move ahead; if you need to talk to people in that industry, make friends. Just contact people and ask them if you can ask some questions about their field.

Make a set plan, at least in your head, and stick to it. It's the only way to get stuff done

EDIT As far as being lonely and isolated, starting taking up interests that encourage communication. A gym isn't a bad place if you find a lifting partner. Some kind of outdoor activity; running, hiking, sports, etc. Or maybe just for practice you can do one of those speed dating things, just don't take it seriously. Just talk with people, get comfortable interacting with all the different types of people, and relax about it.

Hope that helps some
 

Kadarin

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Start exercising, and eating right.

Or, if you want to change in the other direction, stop exercising, buy a fleshlight, and start playing WoW.
 

Bartino

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Originally posted by: Astaroth33
Start exercising, and eating right.

Or, if you want to change in the other direction, stop exercising, buy a fleshlight, and start playing WoW.

FTW!!
 

Willoughbyva

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Heh thanks guys! I need to get out of such a seriuos mood. I wish I could go to sleep for a while, but I'm at work. Something to look forward to for when I get off, I guess.

BTW I have changed somethings. I take 5-HTP, and fish oils and am feeling a lot better. Still I wonder about things from time to time.

Have a good day!

Perry
 

fbrdphreak

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Originally posted by: Willoughbyva
fbrdphreak, Thanks I think I might try some of that. I have always been so bashful and shy.
Multivitamins and eating healthier can help a lot in general too! If you don't have a healthy lifestyle, you can easily feel lethargic and not want to go out and do things. Maybe take up a physical activity (running, biking, cardio workout, weight lifting, rock climbing, etc) in addition to eating healthier & taking your vitamins; it really helps get the good horomones/endorphins/etc flowing and improves your state of mind immensely. Hell, I turn into a bastard if I haven't had a good work out or romp in the bedroom every few days :evil:
 

notfred

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Stop being lazy and just go do it, basically.

Don't want to be alone? Pick a club, find out when they have meetings, go join. Don't like being fat? Go to the gym. Don't like being broke? Go apply for some jobs.

All you have to do to improve your life is get off your ass.
 

Moonbeam

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Originally posted by: Willoughbyva
fbrdphreak, Thanks I think I might try some of that. I have always been so bashful and shy.

Your name rings a bell in my mind as somebody I liked. I was always unmercifully self analytical and critical of everything. I discovered that everything I hate in others is true of me. I also discovered that life is totally meaningless and that all of my dreams would never ever be. I realized that all was hopeless and that I would always suffer the deepest misery. I came to know that this was the truth so deeply that I suddenly let go. Everything is meaningless including all my dreams and all my hopes. They too have no meaning at all. No meaning at all. The need for meaning is a meaningless need. I need nothing at all. I was born perfect and the owner of everything in the universe. When I am not, it is.