This happens in a loop
Right now, I’m struggling to be productive. I want to learn a high-value skill to earn money. I’m 21 and want to create a better life for myself and my family. I’ve always had a passion for marketing and psychology, but at the moment, I don’t feel like working. I feel empty and constantly find myself seeking short-term pleasures like *** reels.
It’s easy for me to break out of such habits, but even then, I still don’t feel motivated to work on my career. My life would be so much more interesting if I followed through with the plans I’ve made for the next few months.
I’ve identified my issue through a book, which contains everything I need to overcome low self-esteem using CBT exercises. However, I still struggle to get up and read even a few pages each day.
@considerateFan5574
Hey, I relate a lot to you. I think it's very positive that you have these goals and ambitions, but discipline takes work building. It's okay. You'll get there. Following habits can be hard, and it really impacts your self steem when you feel like you're not accomplishing anything, but it's also hard to get started if you've never done it before. I wish I could quit my phone easier, it's very addictive and it gets in the way of my goals. I understand, it's normal to struggle and it doesn't mean you're going to fail
I think I have a lack of emotional support. I tried everything to become productive for almost a year.
@considerateFan5574
That could be true. When I spent a weekend away with friends, I could suddenly do things much easier. You must be feeling lonely :(
Yeah, not a new feeling. I'm an INFJ, I feel lonely even in a crowd. Even if I go out and make a random person my friend, I would still feel the same.
@considerateFan5574
It its very difficult feeling like you don't belong anywhere really, and thus finding it hard to connect with other people and make fulfilling friendships