A friend of mine said: He is bored with his life! What will you do?

Philippines
July 29, 2010 8:27am CST
It means that something is missing with his life, same gender relationship is a very hard feat, I guess, but I understand what he is dealing right now. The fact, it it's getting lonelier, everytime you go home and nobody is there to cheer you up. Right now, he isolated himself, from others, because he doesn't want to be a burdened! i asked him, If that is the case, Who will help you then? and he said: I don't know..
13 responses
@daliaj (5674)
• India
29 Jul 10
It is normal to have that feeling. I believe every person in earth would have gone thorugh the situation at least once in their life. I am also bored now because I don't have a job and it is very boring to be at home all the time. He can find life interesting by doing things of his interest. If he is intersted in reading, tell him to get a bunch of good books. If he is interested in sports, tell him to go for swimming or any other sport of his interest.
• Philippines
30 Jul 10
Yes, I think he is very creative and a talented one. Making new friends is not hard for him, but he needs to open up and let himself enjoy the good things. right?
@bentreed (31)
• United States
29 Jul 10
Well its what is called emotional withdrawal. People have different experiences and the way they react to them. I think advising him to consult a counsellor could help him a lot. Above Give Him this Scripture in the Bible Matthew 11:28-30 Come to me all who are heavy burdened " Say Jesus No matter the burden, it can be lifted by the Lord of Lords and King of Kings
• Philippines
29 Jul 10
Oh, a Guidance Counselor that's good. I know God will will make a way! Tanks 4 that....
29 Jul 10
I think each of us can get a little fed up and frustrated with life. If he wants to be left alone then let him be for now, but just be a friend for him when he needs one. Don't let him wallow in his self pity for too long though otherwise he could end up feeling very low and unhealthy. It sounds as though you are a good friend to be concerned about him, but maybe you could help him by asking him what he wants to do with his life. What does he want to do with himself? Perhaps you could help him find a new hobby or interest that you could both enjoy together that will get him out of the house and where you can keep a close watch on him. Maybe your friend would benefit from learning a new skill, going back to college or a sshort break away from home.
• Philippines
29 Jul 10
Thanks 4 that, good idea you have there. I will definitely ask him that.
• India
29 Jul 10
It depends on how a person thinks and his mind of going on ahead in his life and how well he can tackle the challenges he faces. Hes very lonely means he needs the presence of a soulmate. Someone who can understand him very well and can his companion throughout his life. Right now he could try developing or hobbies. The advantage of being single is that all your untapped potential comes out and no one can stop you. Tell he he can always achieve whatever he wants to achieve.
• Philippines
29 Jul 10
thanks, that's a very nice idea. but right now, he is very pessimistic. I always told him that he should enjoy his life to the fullest but how can he do it, if he feels really bad about himself.
• United Arab Emirates
29 Jul 10
I would also feel if i was in his position....I would try to make more friends and enjoy life with people rather than being alone.
• Philippines
29 Jul 10
yes, that is why, i am seeking your advice for this matter, i guess, i have some ideas now to help him. the more you isolate yourself from everybody, the more your prone to many problems. and i don't want him to suffer that much.
• India
29 Jul 10
There is nothing called boring in life. We are having one life and we should not take our life boringly.Every thing is in our hand how to make our life interesting.We should not think that I am frustrated with my life and give up things so easily.Instead we should be very strong and cope up with friends, families etc.... This way our mind becomes fresh and when mind becomes fresh,we will be happy person in life.
• Philippines
29 Jul 10
Yes, That's true, for no reason, he let his self down. All he wanted is somebody who will love him in return but we all know that, it is very hard to find that someone.
@rajaiv0810 (1012)
• Philippines
30 Jul 10
I guess this is the time that you really have to show him that you are a friend. Try your best to reach out to him as possible. People who are depressed do stupid things at times and I hope he won't. Call out your friends and invite him for a party or just to go out to have a nice quiet dinner or coffee. He definitely needs someone right now and you simply can't allow him to alienate himself. He might feel more lonely if you would turn your back. Just make him realize that he can still have a life despite his break up.
@jaichen (142)
• Philippines
29 Jul 10
Let him apply in a call center if he has no work yet. Can you give me more details about him please? send me a message, i will help you make his life exciting. i am afraid for him, seriously.
• Philippines
29 Jul 10
well, he's working right now and at the same time studying in the evening, he broke up with his boyfriend and he's messed up right now, totally heartbroken, but he wanted to moved on.
• Philippines
30 Jul 10
how old is he then, if he think his getting older and yet theres still no one with him then he can go out for a date to girls and start looking around. he can start here online through chat, though its not that easy but if he can show his serious by also have an interest of meeting up with them and going out to know them more better then why not. at least its one of the process that somehow he can be with someone else than do nothing at all.
• United States
29 Jul 10
How recent was it that he began isolating himself, sometimes we need a little room to be alone and find ourselves, however if it has been more than three days you do have room for concern. Check on him daily, whether he likes it or not. Have all your friends, call, text, email and or drop by, he will soon remember that life without you guys would not be good. Good luck to him and Bless you for being a caring friend. By the way Welcome-Welcome to MyLot.
@krnavtr (285)
• India
30 Jul 10
I also once upon a time used to think and even i share to my friend that i am bored of life. But now it have changed a lot. I even don't have a time to think this way. Your friends is under going a very hard time, i can understand. But i am sure, soon a girl will come in his life, where his life will turn up side down. It happened the same incident to me as well. Do't worry all is well.
@tweetbird (161)
• United States
29 Jul 10
Isolation is a sign of depression unless you're a former famous movie star who only wants some privacy. Avoiding contact with others is also a symptom of depression or feelings of inadequacy. Giving too much credit to or overrating outside forces can weaken our inner strength. Not forgiving oneself for mistakes that we all make is also counter-productive. Self-pity and self-focus are not constructive. Perhaps you could call your friend and ask him to help you solve a personal problem. If he's able to help someone else, it might cheer him up. God bless.
@kimkim888 (145)
• Philippines
30 Jul 10
a friend who is a good listener is all he need. Mild depression will improve as long as you have good support system. Mingle with new people... nature tripping and beach walking will refresh your mood. I've tried it... it helps me to uplift my mood..=)