I want to cry but I don’t feel like crying?

[Anonymous]

I feel like I’ve stopped caring about everything. I think I’m running out of empathy. I used to empathize with people very well before.. but now, it’s changed. I’ve changed a lot and I hate this version of myself. I’ve become numb.

[Static_In_The_Attic]

When it comes to tears hopefully you can turn those tears into tears of joy & it seems like you have a frown & hopefully you can turn that frown upside down. In life some people have a lot on their plate & some people have a buffet. In life I always say you should never give up, you should never give in & most of all you should keep moving forward no matter what. As for you myself what’s going on & why have you stopped caring?

[Asker]

Thank you so much for the kind words..

A lot has happened. I always get hurt whenever I care about people or show them kindness. I didn’t really have the best childhood. Either way, I think I should just stop caring about others overall?

[Asker]

I shut out people whenever I’m going through a hard time. I have a hard time communicating how I feel. I get emotional easily

[Static_In_The_Attic]

A lot has happened & a lot is always happening & it saddens me to hear you really didn’t have the best childhood & at this point the only way to move is forward & you have to be strong as well. We all care about someone & when it comes to getting hurt by people we care about unfortunately it does happen especially in relationships. As for the world it needs you & shutting it out isn’t the way to go. I always say communication is the key & whenever you feel the need to talk you should talk & reach out as well. On the other hand connect with nature, connect with a friend, connect with someone you can talk to & someone you can laugh with.

[UniquelyBasic]

I was the same way

[Asker]

Now?

[UniquelyBasic]

Im better but I think Im just a less empathetic person in general. I've accepted its who I am but Im not immune to caring about others when they need help though.

[Asker]

I’m glad you’re doing better now

[UniquelyBasic]

you'll grow out of it naturally, dont worry about it.

[Asker]

Thanks.. it’s just that I feel so numb. I’ve stopped empathizing with people completely. I’m not able to cry at all.. I’ve been feeling down a lot. I feel lonely and I have this feeling deep down that something bad is gonna happen. The feeling of dread

[UniquelyBasic]

Well if it gets really bad Id suggest talking to family or friends about it. You dont want to spiral out of control. Take care 😊

[Asker]

Thanks, you too

[daster4442]

You'll get over it