Feeling unfulfilled

[BubblyJu]

Does anyone ever feel unfulfilled? Name changed as I don't want this linked to past posts.

I've got a great job, two children that I adore, a husband who is great. We are financially secure.

I just feel like there's something missing from my life. I don't know what. I am so fortunate in lots of ways.

Does anyone else feel like this? Or does anyone have any ideas of how I can overcome?

I'm sure lots of people do, which is why we have religions and cults

I wonder if you could afford to talk to a therapist? You don't have to be having a breakdown to talk to someone, but sometimes a listening ear in real life can help.

I feel fulfilled with a similar sounding situation to you.
People giving you positive feedback really helps, and I am lucky that my DC will occasionally say thank you for going the extra mile for them compared to their friends parents.
Working for myself means I can see what I have accomplished because, however small, it is all down to me.
I also facilitate a discussion group for a few women in my village and I get a (self-indulgent) warm glow when people thank me for giving up my time.
When I worked for a faceless corporation and my DC were tiny I think I just ploughed on without much fulfilment.

This is I think the 3rd time in 3 days Ive recommended the following book on mn!
How to do everything and be happy by peter jones. Changed my life. Will really make you think about what you want and why.

That’s a good shout on the book, I’m reading Jay Shetty - how to think like a monk it’s an amazing book and think he’s great.

He basically became a monk for several years and now lives in ‘usual society’. It’s a fascinating read on mindfulness and finding your true purpose

Thank you all for the advice.

Volunteer work, perhaps, if time allows?

Doesn't have to be every week, could be just a few hours once a month/blue moon?

I know you've got your hands full with work and family, but sometimes doing something you care about can bring a sense of fulfillment.

Or a new hobby- cooking, painting, upcycling, gardening? That state of "flow" is good for wellbeing.

You aren't alone in feeling that sense of something missing. A Buddhist said to embrace it and accept it rather than fight it- I try to do that now. or hide on Mumsnet until the feeling goes away hahaha