"Virtual Unreality"

There are many ways we consume the world these days but do you feel like your reality has suddenly shifted into something strangely unfamiliar?

We require stability for our perception to feel….real.

There is something called depersonalization and derealization disorder that might be affecting people today.

Depersonalization

Feeling like an outside observer to your experience – floating above one’s self

Feeling as though your body is distorted exaggeratedly

Physical or emotional numbness of senses in response to your environment

Symptoms of Derealization

Instead of ‘out of body’ experience you may feel more ‘alienated’ or unfamiliar of your surroundings

Surrounding become distorted, blurry, artificial or have a ‘dreamlike’ effect

Distortions in time, distance and sound are common

If any of these symptoms occur you can try and engage in one of these activities

Washing your hands – water is purifying – I release the anxiety I feel right now, I am washing it away, letting my senses engage calmness and the gentle sensation of the cleansing water in the here and now.

Try a chant – The Om chant used by Monks in both Hindu and Buddhist traditions p]rovides the sound that can be felt throughout the body and is a good distraction for mind and body

Listen to music, read a book or journal.

If any of these feelings persist contact a physician but know you are not alone.