Shrinkle #32 · Emotion · 6 letters
Apathy
Apathy is a loss of interest, motivation or feeling about things that used to matter. It is less a choice not to care and more a flatness that can come with depression, burnout or illness.
In the room
A therapist might hear a client say nothing feels worth the effort anymore, and gently explore sleep, mood and small steps that could rebuild interest.
Something a client might say
“I used to love painting, but now I just can't be bothered with anything.”
An illustrative line, not a real client.
Related ideas
Anhedonia · Burnout · Behavioural activation
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