When nothing you do seems right
Verywell / Laura Porter
What is wrong with me?
is a question almost everyone asks from time to time.
Its also important not to push that feeling away when it comes.
Verywell / Laura Porter
Instead, take the time tosit with them and explore them.
At a Glance
Ever find yourself wondering, “What’s wrong with me?”
Well, you’re not alone.
What’s wrong with me?"
It’s important to remember that we all have this feeling sometimes.
Check the list below and see if any of these resonate with you.
You may even be so overwhelmed that you feel like you’re drowning.
A number of factors can leave youfeeling alone or lonely.
Perhaps you have strained relationships with family or anxiety aboutmaking new friends.
You may even feel lonely when you are with your friends or family.
Co-workers can sometimes also contribute to these feelings.
However,traumacan also come about in more insidious ways, such as living with anarcissistic abuser.
Trauma in all forms can have a significant impact on your mental state.
If this is what is happening to you, seek help from a professional.
Experiencing Physical Illness
Are your feelings of something being wrong related to your body?
In this case, its perfectly normal to think, “What is wrong with me?”
Often, the answer lies in getting to the bottom of the problem through help from a medical professional.
Your choice of coping method will depend on the specific cause.
In this case, the best first step is to do something to calm down.
Instead, venture to learn from your mistakes and remember that everyone else is imperfect, too.
During the worry period, check that that you are not just focused on the problems.
The goal is to come up with actionable solutions or ways to deal with what’s on your mind.
Make a list of worries, come up with solutions, or change your thinking about the problems.
Below are some things you could do to practice good self-care during your day.
Do you think you may be struggling with a mental health disorder?
Therapy can help you to dig through your past and change how you view your present.
Find out which option is the best for you.
Below are some ideas to get you started.
Cope With Depression
What if you areliving with depression?
If that is your situation, try talking to someone you trust about how you are feeling.
See if they can make an appointment for you.
Of course, if you are struggling with a mental health issue, that should never be ignored.
But, its safe to reject the idea that everyone needs to be happy all of the time.
In cases like this, writing in a journal could help you get to the bottom of your feelings.
This is especially true if there is no mental health concern that would nudge you toward seeing a therapist.
When writing in your journal, be curious and ask yourself questions about what would make you feel better.
Keep digging until you start to find some answers.
Are you not feeling well physically?
Then it may be time to make an appointment with your doctor.
The same could be true if you are not feeling well mentally.
Are you facing stressful life circumstances that are making you feel like something is wrong?
Finally, if you are struggling and nothing seems to be helping, its important toreach out for help.
If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor.
If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.
For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database.
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