What could cause loss of interest in activities that were fun in the past?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have a particular set of routines, listen to some songs or sometimes hang out for a week or month, then I take a break or when the routine changes, like if I am out of the city and visit home or like when the routine changes for a reason, it feels like that was some memory. I avoid the things that remind me of it, either that past time was good or bad. I avoid listening to those songs that remind me of it, if I used to go to talk at that specific time and it pleased me then this next time it would not be fun at all, it would feel like it is the activity of the past and do not know why I hate or avoid it. Please suggest how to overcome this.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

You might be feeling like that due to various reasons like avoidance of pain, emotional anchoring, sensitivity to change, or underlying mental illness like depression or anxiety. You should follow the below-suggested lifestyle to deal with it. It may help you:

1. Exercise daily for 30 to 45 minutes like at least going for a walk.

2. Meditate for 20 minutes daily, just sit in one place in a comfortable position and try to concentrate on your normal breathing, do not stop or force yourself to stop your thoughts, just let it be. It will help you to relax.

3. Eat healthy home-cooked foods, and avoid junk foods.

4. Drink enough water.

5. Spend quality time with friends and family daily or do video calls if you are living away from your family.

6. Spend time on creative hobbies like reading good books, writing journals, painting, drawing, learning new skills or language or musical instruments.

7. Take seven to eight hours of sleep daily.

8. Avoid tobacco, alcohol, or any substance abuse.

9. Live your life, do not just spend it.

10. Be bold and confident.

I hope that you get your answer. Please, let me know if you want some help.

Thank you.