I feel like life is pointless. How can I find meaning in my life?

I felt the same way not long ago. I distanced myself from everyone. I put alot of effort on not thinking about anything at all. I utilized the awesome relaxation techniques here. After some time, I relaxed. I started enjoying things and involving myself.

Try find a hobby or interest and invest yourself in it. Sometimes that really helps, and may even give you a reason to stay alive.

everyone has different ideas with regards to interests. i suggest social hobbies, even become a listener and help others through tough times

If you want to change something in your life, first decide what you want and ask yourself these questions: "Who am I? Why did I come to this world and what I really want to die or be happy?"

Find meaning in your life by finding something that you can rely on, and that can rely on you. That way, you’ll have meaning in others and in yourself.

Every day just arrange little things that may change the day up a bit and exite you in a way because having fun could change this opinion

Understand that each and everything you do has an impact, no matter how small everything you do matters

We tend to derive meaning in life from what satisfies us on a core level. In order to find that meaning we must accept who we are. Once we accept who we are, we can find what we really live for. Believe me, once you understand who you are you can share it with others. I found meaning through sharing what it is like to understand myself down to the core. Sharing experience is my meaning, and you, dear member, also have a purpose that will be crystal clear once you understand who you are. Listen to yourself, accept it, then let that light shine and the meaning will be yours.

The answer is simple: we find meaning in our relationships with other people. If we find ourselves alone, this is immensely problematic... to be cut off from our fellow human beings is to be isolated from the ebb and flow of existence. There is a saying in Africa; "Umntu ngubuntu ngabantu"; roughly translated, it means, "I am what I am because of other people". If I am finding myself feeling isolated, it is time for me to take a check in on myself and ask myself, what is it I am doing, or how am I behaving, that is pushing others away? Then I know it is time to take a check on myself and see where I need to perhaps change my attitude. Helping others is a good way to find meaning in life; a small gesture which costs little can mean a lot to another person.

If you're feeling empty and like you're not doing anything that you count as worthwhile, ask yourself a couple questions... 1. Am I comparing myself to other people or concerned about others judging me? If so, try to remember that your own goals, your own priorities, and your own vision/perception of yourself is what matters. 2. Is there a goal I can set, one (small) thing I can do on a regular basis that makes sense for the person I am, and who I see myself as? Deciding to take action is an awesome step in making your life more rich, and making you feel more fullfilled. I always feel that helping people around me gives me joy. Maybe you would feel more joy learning an instrument, volunteering at a local church, LGBTQ shelter, or community center, or checking in on someone you know is going through a difficult time to see how you can help. Reaching out to 7 cups is one way to get closer toward your goals. Talk to a listener, and start your new path. One small step at a time. Things will start to look brighter. You are here for SO MANY reasons, please don't forget that!