Shannon from San Diego, CA, asked:
Throughout my life I’ve never really had much emotion. All of my friends call me emotionless because I don’t cry in sad movies, I’ve never liked a guy, I don’t fight with people. If I am ever sad or depressed I never show it to anyone, not even my closest friends. Why am I so out of touch with my emotions? Also I’ve always felt like I have had a bland life. Not that it’s a bad thing, because I genuinely appreciate everything my parents have done for me. It’s just nothing bad or tragic has happened nor anything spectacular. I don’t feel like I have any special qualities about myself or life. I want to know if it’s bad that I feel this way or if I’m just taking everything for granted.
Hi Shannon,
You’re not out of touch with your emotions; you just don’t wear them on your sleeve for everyone to see. My guess is you either weren’t allowed to express your emotions as a child, or weren’t around people who did.
In addition, I don’t get that you take anyone or anything for granted. I get that you sincerely appreciate your life and loved ones. Your ability to remain calm is an extraordinary quality, one your friends most likely appreciate in you.
Having said all that, everything you mentioned about yourself is good. You are the one who controls your reaction to something. If you want to be more demonstrative, you will. In the meantime, all is well.
Blessings, Julie
By Julie Ryan|2015-05-17T22:39:25+00:00May 17th, 2015