Is it normal for you to lose interests in everything that you used to love?

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Fitrandi on Nov 1, 2015

Unfortunately, it can happen but while it can be a sign of depression it can also be a sign that you have changed your interest or are too stressed out to do your hobbies. In these case it's important to be in touch with our inner self and find the reason why you have stopped these activities. You might want to take a moment to ask yourself or find a trusted friend or listener to talk about this. If you can not find a reason why you have sudenly stopped most of your activity or if you think it's because of depression you might want to go see a counsellor or even a psychologist who can help you professionally. However, sometimes, simply scheduling time out of your day to do the activities can help you and if you are suffering depression it can help you start doing things again. At first it might feel like you are being forced to do something but in the long run it might help you connect (or reconnect) with people or even things that makes you happy. One step at a time.

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Anonymous on Jul 18, 2016

It is a common characteristic of depression. There are depression chat rooms here on 7 Cups or other sites. If you wish, there is also the Depression Path after taking the Wellness test. :)

Anonymous on Jun 7, 2015

Losing interest in everything that you used to love is a sign that something is wrong. It is most likely because you are feeling negative emotions, such as stress, depression, or perhaps even anxiety.

Esmeraldaaxo on Jun 22, 2015

As you grow older, you find new things to love. Its completely normal. Don't feel different. Explore these new interests.

atastandstill1 on Mar 8, 2018

I think that you will know if it is a change in tastes or if it is just a lose of enthusiasm. I have a lifelong interest in playing/writing music to the point of having spent many thousands of dollars and countless hours of effort and practice into the effort, but now that recording studio I have built sits idle for months on end. What is telling to me is that I have no inclination to sell it all to get involved with something else, but at the same time do nothing with it. This is what I consider to be out of the ordinary and something that needs attention. 

Anonymous on Dec 29, 2015

It would depend on the circumstances . It is probably unlikely that you would normally loose interest in the things you love unless there is an underlying cause . Depression , stress , trauma , loss or grief are some of the more common causes of this . 

RedHeadedSurvivor on Sep 8, 2015

Completely. As we grow and change as people, we start liking things we didn't like before and losing interest in things we did. Don't be scared, this change is normal, and it doesn't necessarily mean you will not eventually grow to love these things again. 

alfonsojon1997 on Jun 22, 2015

Everyone is different, so I'd say yes. An important thing to remember is the non-permanence of life. People change, cities grow, and things move forward. If you've lost interest, maybe it's time to look for new things and get on a new path! There are wonderful things out there to explore, and it's always a good idea to take a look into the unknown to find out what's best for you.

BlackRosesAreBeautiful on Apr 29, 2015

Oh yes, it happens when you grow up, when you're depressed. Sometimes you can try to love them again, but it is hard.

awesomeguy123 on Nov 28, 2017

Yes it's very normal sometimes it works as a coping mechanism to reset your mind when you're depressed but I promise you will get back your interests you will love them again