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Stuck in a rut, feeling lost.

  • 17-06-2026 02:30PM
    #1
    System
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    This discussion was created from comments split from: Stuck in a rut.


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  • #2
    bananamanic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3 ✭bananamanic


    Hi, I know this is an old post but I’ve found myself in a similar situation, feeling utterly lost. Doomscrolling is not the answer I know, but seeing so many other people feeling the same way is reassuring so I guess I’m just curious if things improved for you?



  • #3
    HildaOgdenx
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators, Paid Member Posts: 9,023 Mod ✭✭✭✭HildaOgdenx


    Mod - OP, I have created a new thread for you, please feel free to expand a little on your situation, in order that posters may give you relevant advice.



  • #4
    bananamanic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3 ✭bananamanic


    Thanks. Not looking for advice really just reassurance it does get better. I’m doing everything right, I’ve been to the doctor, I’m doing courses to get a better job, I’ve joined a club to get fit and socialise, I’ve even started therapy and yet I still feel the same way. It’s only been a few months that I’ve really made an effort but some days it just feels pointless. More of a rant than looking for advice I guess.



  • #5
    ParkRunner
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,218 ✭✭✭ParkRunner


    hi bananamaniac,


    sorry to hear you are feeling the way you are. It sounds like you are doing the right things so I would say stick with it and opportunities will come.
    looking back at my post from 2008 I remember the feeling back then. Since then I have gotten married, had 3 kids, lived/worked abroad twice, been promoted 3 times, done a few more college courses, done a few marathons, bought a house and moved down the country. I’m not saying life is without challenges and issues now but I have grabbed any opportunity & gone with it.

    i think what helped me was to make longer term plans, eg I want to be promoted within X years, move to a new house in X years and focus on making progress towards those goals, and you will get there.



  • #6
    bananamanic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3 ✭bananamanic


    Ah thanks for the reply Parkrunner. I’m so glad to hear how things turned out for you and that you’re doing well. It gives me hope 🙂.



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