What do you think about life in general and your lives?

[u/Kazuo_Ymzk]

Sometimes I think that life is very limited because of ourselves. This current system seems to like to limit people and various aspects of life so much. Sometimes I feel like life is losing more and more meaning every day. For example, a day full of work, school, problems, bills. about you? Did you think about living your life in the woods? lol

[u/gailmerry66]

No. I prefer the city. I do enjoy nature and feel alot of peace on my sister's horse farm but especially since I can no longer see well enough to drive, city girl. The world is in distress but I can only fix me and I can do my best to spread kindness in my community. 24/7 news and social media blast us with world problems out of our control. Reading history, it has always been in trouble, everywhere. 8 billion people later ...

[u/knuckboy]

Ive lived around quite a bit. I'm thankful for my history. Super small villages in a country setting near a big river. College. Rock n Roll behind the scenes. Big city living and a new career path that built up quite high, including back stage/behind the scenes with a President, that actually happened the week of my first seizure. Now I'm recovering deeply from a vicious car wreck (only me). So now I'm probably fairly done doing big life, but I'll live on through my kids in different ways.

[u/Unashamed_Outrage]

I think it depends on what the meaning of life is to each individual. A lot of people talk about finding their purpose, but when you strip it down, the fundamental purpose of any species is simply to survive and propagate. Beyond that, meaning is something we create for ourselves. Once you figure out what life means to you, it becomes clearer how to shape your path and maybe even challenge the systems that feel limiting.

For me, while my life isn't exactly where I'd want it to be right now, I can look back and recognize that I've lived a life full of experiences...some charmed, some challenging. I’ve been fortunate in many ways. That said, I’ve always felt drawn to the idea of living simply, closer to nature, away from the noise and pressures of modern life. Living out in the woods would be a dream, but it’s not feasible for me right now. I try to find other ways to stay connected to that ideal, though, even in small ways.

[u/Kazuo_Ymzk → u/Unashamed_Outrage]

I understand that, and you are right in your answer. But what I really feel is that sometimes life is made to fulfill the wishes of others. Sure, you can choose what you want or what you do, but most of the time you will be a disappointment if you don't follow the system of the world we currently have. Yeah, what I said didn't mean that I want to go live with bears and forget about this world, it's just that, I, in particular, feel pressure from the people around me. And I know it's not just me, I know how many people feel under pressure from the people they love or who love them. And if I don't want to be part of an "obsolete" study system that Doesn't it teach anything that it really should? Why do I need to have children if I don't want to? Why do I always need to be away from home even if I don't want to? Why can't I leave the house if I want to? These are not exactly my questions, they are questions that I created thinking about certain people around me and experiences I have had or friends or even family members.

Sorry for the text. I just wanted to point out that in this life, you are mostly born not for yourself, but for other people. As you said, the purpose is to survive and propagate.

[u/Unashamed_Outrage → u/Kazuo_Ymzk]

Yes, you are right. In the not-so-distant past, people often had children because they needed help in their businesses or on their farms, and survival was a family effort. However, times have changed, and for many, the reasons for having children, or for how we live our lives, are no longer tied to survival. Instead, they’re often influenced by societal or cultural expectations.

Living for other people, like your parents or even societal norms, does seem deeply rooted in culture. Some cultures emphasize individuality and personal fulfillment, while others prioritize family duty and collective success. That pressure you’re describing...to follow a certain path, to meet expectations that might not align with your own desires, can feel suffocating. It’s hard to step away from the ‘system’ when so much of our lives, relationships, and even self-worth are tied to it.

But it’s also worth remembering that you can choose to challenge those expectations. It’s not easy, especially when it means disappointing people you care about, but ultimately, living a life that feels authentic to you is worth the struggle. Maybe it’s not about rejecting the system entirely but finding ways to carve out space for your own happiness and meaning within it.

[u/Kazuo_Ymzk → u/Unashamed_Outrage]

I like what you say, I think you're right. Certain things in my life make me think that I am capable of challenging current life, but other parts make me think that it is not necessary. I in particular am not happy with life as it is now, mostly influenced by social networks and cultures or religions. But, now that I think about it, maybe I can just try to live my life within myself, and not in this world. What I'm saying seems crazy, but now that I think about it, it does make a little sense. Thank you! For these kinds of things I like to "socialize" on the internet. You can find many answers from different people. In fact, that was the reason for the post, and I didn't expect to find something so good in such a short time. Although, what still has me fed up is politics. In summary I will only tell you that I live in Venezuela, then you will know what I mean.

[u/Unashamed_Outrage → u/Kazuo_Ymzk]

I'm really glad my words resonated with you. It means a lot that you found value in our conversation. What you're saying doesn't sound crazy at all. In fact, it makes a lot of sense. Trying to live life from within yourself, focusing on what truly matters to you rather than what's imposed by society, culture, or social media, can be a powerful way to find peace and purpose. It's not easy, but it sounds like you're already reflecting deeply on what kind of life would feel meaningful to you, which is an important step.

I can only imagine how much more challenging this must feel given the political situation in Venezuela. That kind of instability and pressure can make it even harder to focus on yourself when the external world demands so much. I hope you can find little ways to carve out your own space, whether that's in your thoughts, your relationships, or even small daily actions that remind you of who you are and what you value.

And you're absolutely right...conversations like this are one of the great things about connecting with people online. Sometimes, just sharing perspectives can give us a new lens through which to see the world. Thank you for starting such an honest and thought provoking discussion!

[u/Kazuo_Ymzk → u/Unashamed_Outrage]

I thank you for understanding what I say so well. It's not very easy to find people like that, although it's not that difficult either. I think it depends on luck, who knows? I feel better talking about these topics here knowing I can find people like you. Yes, the situation here is complicated... But, I try what I can. Yes, I like to complain about today's system of life, but I am not an exception or someone special who tries to get out of that system, but it is good to know what you and others think. Thanks for your answers! Honestly, they are important to me, even if it doesn't seem like it.

Oh, and I apologize if there's any bad writing in what I say, I'm not very good with English. Thanks.

[u/cosi_bloggs]

How do I end it?

[u/Kazuo_Ymzk → u/cosi_bloggs]

Honestly, I don't know. I just wanted to make a post to discuss a little with someone and know that other people think about current life. Some might think that it's incredible how it is, or maybe life is something very straight like being born, studying, working, getting a wife, having children and dying. I would just like to know that other people think about it.

[u/No_Tailor_787]

So, imagine actually living in the woods...off the grid, living off the land. There would be a constant struggle for food and shelter, and you really would have time to relax.

Would that be better? If you're just talking about a rural environment out of the city, you still need money to survive.

[u/Kazuo_Ymzk → u/No_Tailor_787]

I don't think I could understand well in my post, sorry. About living in the forest I don't speak in a literal sense.

[u/No_Tailor_787 → u/Kazuo_Ymzk]

OK. But in any regard, at any level, life is a struggle unless you can persuade someone to struggle for you. We have to work. Animals have to forage for food. We have to endure dating to find a mate. Animals have to perform some pretty hilarious rituals to attract a mate. And so on.

See, we are just an extension of what happens in nature. No one is immune to it, most of us try to derive some pleasure in the process. So, that IS the meaning of life. The purpose is to live it. It's pleasurable when you do it right.

[u/Kazuo_Ymzk → u/No_Tailor_787]

That's what I'm talking about, that's what most people think. That's why I made the post, it's good to discuss life, it's interesting to see what other people think. I don't feel like an exception or someone special, I'm just me, and I like to think and rethink things. I appreciate your answer too. It wasn't something much beyond the same, but it's interesting in a way.

[u/Feeling_Special1]

It sucks but I’m grateful to be alive even though I have no life, my life has been an absolute horror nightmare.

[u/Kazuo_Ymzk → u/Feeling_Special1]

Yeah, life is pretty hard most of the time.That's it, that's life, really. If you need to decide something more, we "are" here for you. It was one of the purposes of this post. I like to listen and discuss your thoughts.