Instant Genius How feelings of listlessness and aimlessness has become an epidemic, and how we can beat it
Feb 23, 2024
Explore the concept of languishing as a global epidemic and strategies to overcome aimlessness. Learn about the differentiation between languishing and depression, and the urgent need to address it. Discover the importance of social integration, coherence, self-acceptance, and purpose in well-being. Navigate workplace pressures and cultivate personal growth to combat listlessness. Embrace play and leisure for adult mental health, and learn practical steps to overcome aimlessness.
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Languishing Defined
- Languishing is the absence of mental well-being, not necessarily mental illness.
- It's a feeling of emptiness and stagnation, lacking purpose and meaning in life.
Languishing vs. Depression
- Languishing and depression share some similarities, but their core components differ.
- Languishing is an absence of positive feelings; depression involves negative feelings and impaired functioning.
Health Impacts of Languishing
- Languishing significantly impacts health, increasing risks of various issues.
- These include depression, anxiety, PTSD, alcoholism, and even premature mortality.