Dear questioner,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and I am sending you a hug.
I am grateful to have had the opportunity to meet you at Yixinli!
I believe the question is asking how someone who started boarding school at the age of 15, was not used to boarding life, and did not like their roommates, ended up feeling so depressed. Could you please tell me where this severe depression came from?
I appreciate your self-awareness, which opens the door to potential change. In light of your circumstances, I hope you will find my thoughts helpful as you navigate this process.
I wonder if I might suggest that we consider the following.
Perhaps we could begin by trying to sort out the specific confusion described by the questioner and then interpret and analyze it.
I started boarding school at the age of 15 and found the dormitory life somewhat challenging. I had differing opinions with my roommates.
The original poster started boarding school at the age of 15, which might be a challenging transition. Was it during junior high school? It's possible that we feel this way because we've never lived in a dormitory before, so we're unfamiliar with the experience. It's natural to have these feelings, and it's not your fault.
It may be the case that we have not been deliberately focused on the "social and emotional" part since childhood. This could explain why, when we first start living in a dormitory, we experience various worries, fears, and anxieties. There is no need to be concerned, however, as this can be done through slow awareness and then specialized training to gradually adapt the "social and emotional" part.
I have experienced emotional challenges since I was 17 years old. At times, I would have periods of depression that were evident to me and those around me. There were instances when I would find myself crying, and there were also occasions when I would choose to withdraw from social interactions for several days.
I'd like to thank the original poster for sharing their thoughts and insights. At the age of 17, they already identified some emotional challenges, such as feelings of depression. It would be helpful to understand more about what they mean by depression.
Sometimes we may find ourselves speaking for days on end. Could these be signs of depression?
I wonder if such emotions might be underpinned by unfulfilled hopes and needs. Could you perhaps elaborate on what these might be?
I wonder if I might suggest that...
I recently turned 18, and this semester I have been more introspective, spending time alone and engaging in solitary activities. I feel a sense of relief and comfort in this newfound independence.
The questioner is 18 years old and has come to recognize that his behavior pattern involves isolating himself from others, including his roommates.
At this point, it seems that the questioner is feeling much better. It is possible that the questioner has gradually adapted to previous patterns of self-closing social interactions and emotional responses.
Could it be that we "acquire" this pattern from the primary caregiver/object relationship when we are young? And that when such a pattern is not discovered and perceived, it may gradually form a "relatively isolated" social pattern?
Could the reason why the questioner feels comfortable, or when we are "used to" staying in that "comfort zone," our own habitual "defense mode" is comfortable, and jumping out of such a "comfort zone" makes us feel less comfortable, be the result of an "acquired" social emotional link model of psychological students?
If you're interested in making a change, it might be helpful to consider breaking out of your previous comfort zone. This could involve breaking the old life script and rebuilding a new one. It might also be beneficial to explore a different way of playing, which could align more closely with what the original poster wants. You might find it helpful to connect with a professional psychological teacher to explore self-growth and achieve change.
The day before yesterday, I experienced a moment of frustration with my boyfriend over a relatively minor issue. I allowed myself to process my emotions in a way that involved some tears and solitude. Unfortunately, I then found myself in a situation where I was unable to fully express my feelings, which led to a subsequent disagreement. This ultimately led to a decision to end our relationship.
Could I ask whether this is a common occurrence, with the subject becoming angry over relatively minor issues? I wonder if it might be helpful to consider whether the source of the anger lies in communication difficulties or emotional suppression.
Could it be that what's behind the anger is a desire to be satisfied by the other person's actions? There are certainly many other possibilities. In any case, it's worth noting that if we didn't get angry, we wouldn't have relationships.
It might be said that having a relationship with someone carries with it the possibility of experiencing something less than entirely pleasant with that person.
- Talking about it, you had another disagreement with your partner and ended the relationship. Is this a common occurrence? When it comes to intimate relationships, it's important to understand the nuances before making any assumptions. Perhaps the pattern of getting along with each other is different or mutually unacceptable, which could contribute to the challenges. Otherwise, we wouldn't have disagreements, anger, or the decision to end the relationship. These dynamics are also closely related to the social-emotional connection in our interpersonal relationship patterns.
At 12 o'clock today, I posted a little secret in my space and was scolded because I felt very depressed and wanted to talk to someone. I had an emotional breakdown and cried until now.
The test indicates that there may be an underlying issue of severe depression.
It seems that the questioner is eager to communicate with others, especially after having repressed emotions. Perhaps this was one of her ways of venting emotions.
I wonder if that is not allowed. Could I ask why you did not yell back?
... So afterwards, the pent-up emotions came to the surface, and she had a nervous breakdown and burst into tears... It's heartbreaking to hear! If I may, I'd like to give the questioner a hug and show my support.
I hope you can find some warmth in this moment.
Regarding the test results indicating "severe depression," it might be helpful to consider these as a reference point. It's not clear to me whether the questioner has previously been diagnosed with depression or if this was an online test they took independently.
It is worth noting that a clear diagnosis of depression requires not only a visit to a regular hospital, but also a qualified doctor who can make a diagnosis based on multiple data conditions, information, and relevant examinations.
In light of the actual situation of the questioner, it might be helpful to consider a different approach.
Perhaps it would be helpful to accept all that we have done in the past and try to understand the ins and outs.
1. It may be helpful to consider that the way one gets along with others was not necessarily born with, but rather learned during the postnatal growth process. This could be a factor in the questioner's current feelings of relative isolation and lack of social and emotional connections.
2. It may be helpful to recognize that we were not adequately nurtured during our growth process. Once we become aware of this, we can work towards establishing new interpersonal communication/environmental adaptation and interaction patterns in new relationships. If there is a school psychologist, it could be beneficial to have some in-depth exchanges and communication with them.
Secondly, it may be helpful to seek professional assistance in order to identify the underlying cause of your problem and to facilitate your personal psychological growth in a healthy manner.
You might find it helpful to read books on your own, such as Embrace Your Depressive Mood and Meet the Unknown Self.
2. You might consider finding a school psychologist to gain a deeper understanding of who you are, discover your own patterns of interaction with others and the environment, and achieve personal psychological growth as soon as possible.
3. It may be helpful to seek a professional psychological diagnosis at the hospital to clarify whether you actually have depression and to determine the best course of treatment. If the diagnosis is depression, it is important to take the medication as prescribed and to consider supplementary psychological counseling if needed.
I hope my understanding and response to the question asked by the questioner will be helpful. I pray that the questioner will first get a clear diagnosis and then carry out the appropriate treatment.
I hope this finds you well. I just wanted to drop you a quick line to see how you're doing. I'm sending you lots of love and positive energy. ?
I am a person who is generally optimistic and positive, and I believe that the world is a wonderful place. ?
Comments
I can relate to feeling so overwhelmed and isolated, especially after everything that's happened. It's been a tough journey since boarding school, and now with the breakup, it feels like too much to bear. The emotional weight is unbearable at times.
It sounds like you've been carrying this heavy burden for quite some time. From the struggles in boarding school to the recent breakup, it's understandable why you're feeling this way. Seeking help might be a step forward to feeling better.
The path from feeling out of place in a dormitory to dealing with intense emotions hasn't been easy. Now facing this breakup, it seems like another big hurdle. Maybe talking to someone who can offer support could provide some relief.
Your story resonates deeply; the combination of past dormitory troubles and current heartache is incredibly challenging. It's important not to go through this alone. Reaching out for professional help can make a difference.
Living away from home at 15 was hard enough, but the emotional turmoil has only intensified. Losing a partner adds another layer of pain. It's crucial to find someone trustworthy to talk to about these feelings.