Find Your Outlet

Many people live with a persistent sadness. It is like carrying a deep-rooted grief you can neither name nor cure. Slowly, the motivation to do anything drains away. You no longer see a reason to get out of bed. Your energy is gone. Joy is absent. Even your body feels heavy. You don't want to go to therapy because there seems to be nothing to talk about. There is nothing you can put your finger on. This is often a sign of dormant energy looking for an outlet. You don't know what to do next. Everything feels mundane. More money, more work, or simply redirecting your attention won't fix this. What you need is a creative pursuit that absorbs you completely. Psychology calls this sublimation: channelling pent-up inner energy into creative work or sport. Excess sexual energy can be redirected into art, writing or intellectual work. Excess frustration can be channelled into competitive sport. If the frustration runs deeper, try releasing it through creative forms like comedy or music. It is…

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