Struggling with Emotional Numbness

I totally get this. I'm reading this book called The Body Keeps the Score, a huge point he makes is that trauma disconnects the body from the mind, which is why we lose sensation/become numb. The solution is doing some kind of physical activity that will reintegrate your mind and body. Try signing up for a dance, yoga, or martial arts class?

I stopped traditional meds 8 years ago when I noticed I felt NOTHING and had become suicidal and completely calm about the idea of slitting my wrists. I personally use accupuncture, meditation and prayer, good self-care, talk therapy, and herbal remedies to treat mine now. It's working better than the meds did for me, but everyone is different.

I’m so sorry you’re feeling this way! You can always talk to your doctor and ask about a different medication. I’m currently still working on getting the right medication for myself. Make sure you take nice deep breathes and drink lots of water! You got this! I believe in you💜

My therapist is telling me it's a lot of being in the moment and listening to your body. I find myself telling myself I should feel this way or that way and over time it's a little better.

It could be a antidepressant if you are on one but severe depression can make you feel this way

Maybe switch up your meds? (If you’re on them) I felt like that for a long time until I figured out I was on the wrong medication

I very much relate to this. It has been affecting my relationship a lot. I'm typically a very empathetic person and care and lot about others but I can't help feeling disconnected from the world around me.

Your not alone. I’ve been feeling like this a lot lately too. It sucks especially when my family points it out as well

😥I understand