Funny "Missing" Feeling

[Minde]

I was walking around the house this evening, doing various things in preparation to go to bed, and I realized I have this funny feeling. Kind of like hunger, with that idea of something missing; but it was not hunger, as far as I could tell. I had eaten and drunk water not long ago (long, in my case, meaning half hour). I next considered if maybe it was that I was cold, but despite wearing just a cami on my top half (jeans and slippers on the bottom half) I didn't feel really all that cold, though I guess I could be warmer on the surface of my skin.

I'm not sure how to describe the feeling. Kind of like that first warning that hunger is coming, or that initial hint to the preoccupied mind that the foot one is sitting on is tired of being sat on. Or, maybe a cousin to the homesick feeling, or distant kin to the "I'm forgetting something, I just know it" feeling. Or maybe a great uncle twice removed to that gut feeling you get five minutes before you realize that your toaster's not where you used it yesterday. Anyway, a sort of something's-missing-or-wrong-or-not-quite-right feeling, but in a physical sense, having to do with my body. It almost might be like that sort of feeling you get when you're lacking a certain nutriment and you see (or smell) a food that has that ingredient in it. Except I knew I wasn't hungry. I looked at the fridge and then the cupboard but no spark.

So, not hungry, not cold. Tired? Yes, I was a bit tired, but the tired feeling is distinct and not what was bothering me. What else is there?

I brought it up to a housemate, who started suggesting water and vitamins and sweatshirts and my bed, and then - since I was looking at a person - I got the idea that maybe I needed a hug, though I had got a nice good one from my dad earlier that evening. My housemate obliged and we hugged and the feeling subsided a bit. So maybe that's it - I'm hug deprived.


So, anyway, I'm curious about two things right now - if any of you relate to any of that and if any of you think it has any possible socionic connections or correlations. Ideas on what I'm missing are welcome, too, though not of the greatest importance, I guess.

And, yes, I know the obvious answer to some is going to be - "That's what you get for being weak in Si" Is that what it is, though? Or does it even relate?

[xyz]

I was walking around the house this evening, doing various things in preparation to go to bed, and I realized I have this funny feeling. Kind of like hunger, with that idea of something missing; but it was not hunger, as far as I could tell. I had eaten and drunk water not long ago (long, in my case, meaning half hour). I next considered if maybe it was that I was cold, but despite wearing just a cami on my top half (jeans and slippers on the bottom half) I didn't feel really all that cold, though I guess I could be warmer on the surface of my skin.

I'm not sure how to describe the feeling. Kind of like that first warning that hunger is coming, or that initial hint to the preoccupied mind that the foot one is sitting on is tired of being sat on. Or, maybe a cousin to the homesick feeling, or distant kin to the "I'm forgetting something, I just know it" feeling. Or maybe a great uncle twice removed to that gut feeling you get five minutes before you realize that your toaster's not where you used it yesterday. Anyway, a sort of something's-missing-or-wrong-or-not-quite-right feeling, but in a physical sense, having to do with my body. It almost might be like that sort of feeling you get when you're lacking a certain nutriment and you see (or smell) a food that has that ingredient in it. Except I knew I wasn't hungry. I looked at the fridge and then the cupboard but no spark.

So, not hungry, not cold. Tired? Yes, I was a bit tired, but the tired feeling is distinct and not what was bothering me. What else is there?

I brought it up to a housemate, who started suggesting water and vitamins and sweatshirts and my bed, and then - since I was looking at a person - I got the idea that maybe I needed a hug, though I had got a nice good one from my dad earlier that evening. My housemate obliged and we hugged and the feeling subsided a bit. So maybe that's it - I'm hug deprived.


So, anyway, I'm curious about two things right now - if any of you relate to any of that and if any of you think it has any possible socionic connections or correlations. Ideas on what I'm missing are welcome, too, though not of the greatest importance, I guess.

And, yes, I know the obvious answer to some is going to be - "That's what you get for being weak in Si" Is that what it is, though? Or does it even relate?

But I think it might sound more like early signs of a fever. Still too vague to pin it. Like, not enough for a high temperature but still off-feeling

I know when I'm about to get sick, or a fever, my joints usually hurt whenever I use em. Like, being on my knees, bending my elbows, turning my neck, etc.
(Yes, I am a Dr. Dr Vanguard)

[DirectorAbbie]

You need God.

[Park]

I was walking around the house this evening, doing various things in preparation to go to bed, and I realized I have this funny feeling. Kind of like hunger, with that idea of something missing; but it was not hunger, as far as I could tell. I had eaten and drunk water not long ago (long, in my case, meaning half hour). I next considered if maybe it was that I was cold, but despite wearing just a cami on my top half (jeans and slippers on the bottom half) I didn't feel really all that cold, though I guess I could be warmer on the surface of my skin.

I'm not sure how to describe the feeling. Kind of like that first warning that hunger is coming, or that initial hint to the preoccupied mind that the foot one is sitting on is tired of being sat on. Or, maybe a cousin to the homesick feeling, or distant kin to the "I'm forgetting something, I just know it" feeling. Or maybe a great uncle twice removed to that gut feeling you get five minutes before you realize that your toaster's not where you used it yesterday. Anyway, a sort of something's-missing-or-wrong-or-not-quite-right feeling, but in a physical sense, having to do with my body. It almost might be like that sort of feeling you get when you're lacking a certain nutriment and you see (or smell) a food that has that ingredient in it. Except I knew I wasn't hungry. I looked at the fridge and then the cupboard but no spark.

So, not hungry, not cold. Tired? Yes, I was a bit tired, but the tired feeling is distinct and not what was bothering me. What else is there?

I brought it up to a housemate, who started suggesting water and vitamins and sweatshirts and my bed, and then - since I was looking at a person - I got the idea that maybe I needed a hug, though I had got a nice good one from my dad earlier that evening. My housemate obliged and we hugged and the feeling subsided a bit. So maybe that's it - I'm hug deprived.


So, anyway, I'm curious about two things right now - if any of you relate to any of that and if any of you think it has any possible socionic connections or correlations. Ideas on what I'm missing are welcome, too, though not of the greatest importance, I guess.

And, yes, I know the obvious answer to some is going to be - "That's what you get for being weak in Si" Is that what it is, though? Or does it even relate?

I've felt the same way quite often. Sometimes it's more of a physical feeling like what you've described and other times it takes on a form of mental/spiritual longing for things I cannot clearly define or explain. It's a reoccurring feeling of strong and inexplicable yearning, of things that have been lost or are just missing, and I feel as if I know there is something to be found that will fill up the holes and end the longing but I don't know where and what to look for.

So the things that are missing can also be intangible sometimes.

[force my hand]

Discounting supernatural forces and microbial pests, I know the feeling well.

For me it usually takes the form of a general restlessness and a cross between 'forgetting something' and 'worried about something'. I'll often subconsciously ignore it until enough is enough and I have to acknowledge it. Then I try to figure out what's going on.

In some cases there is a reason, but in others there isn't. When there isn't a reason, I usually try distracting myself - work or play, it doesn't matter. Tidying up my apartment, as one example, can help. Completing daily, routine, mundane chores allows me to scratch off one more item in my mental lists of To-do's.

[717495]

You need God.

Duh. That's the obvious. I think she was looking for something a little more confusing.

[Minde]

Heh, based on the content of the responses so far, I'd say that it isn't socionics related. But, based on the responders (the first four are Si-egos, and Delta to boot), there's got to be something to it somewhere.

But I think it might sound more like early signs of a fever. Still too vague to pin it. Like, not enough for a high temperature but still off-feeling

I know when I'm about to get sick, or a fever, my joints usually hurt whenever I use em. Like, being on my knees, bending my elbows, turning my neck, etc.
(Yes, I am a Dr. Dr Vanguard)

Thank you, doctor. That is indeed another possibility. But, yeah, it's the vague part that made me think. Usually if I'm feeling weird a moment's thinking will pin it down to its cause, whether physical or emotional or whatever, but this one stumped me.

You need God.

True, Abbie, technically true. A little bluntly and presumptively put, but I think your answer to me is a good reminder for me to ask God if he has any thoughts on the matter of what I need or need to do. Because you are correct - I do need him very much.

I've felt the same way quite often. Sometimes it's more of a physical feeling like what you've described and other times it takes on a form of mental/spiritual longing for things I cannot clearly define or explain. It's a reoccurring feeling of strong and inexplicable yearning, of things that have been lost or are just missing, and I feel as if I know there is something to be found that will fill up the holes and end the longing but I don't know where and what to look for.

So the things that are missing can also be intangible sometimes.

That's true, too. Maybe I need to psychoanalyze myself. This kind of feeling is unique to me; I don't have it often, really, if at all.

And maybe you need more hugs, too.

Discounting supernatural forces and microbial pests, I know the feeling well.

For me it usually takes the form of a general restlessness and a cross between 'forgetting something' and 'worried about something'. I'll often subconsciously ignore it until enough is enough and I have to acknowledge it. Then I try to figure out what's going on.

In some cases there is a reason, but in others there isn't. When there isn't a reason, I usually try distracting myself - work or play, it doesn't matter. Tidying up my apartment, as one example, can help. Completing daily, routine, mundane chores allows me to scratch off one more item in my mental lists of To-do's.

Yeah, now that you mention it, there was a tinge of restlessness, but a seeking kind, kind of like "why isn't what I want/need here?"

A very mild food poisoning? Gives a "dizzy" feeling that reminds a bit of hunger. If it's mild, you'll not notice more than that. I remember hearing somewhere, just recently, that most people suffer from food poisoning without necessarily knowing about it about twice a year....

That's a thought, but I wasn't dizzy. That is one thing I checked for. (Although, saying that makes me laugh a little bit to myself. "Dizzy? No; check. Upset stomach? No; check. Any bleeding wounds? No; check. Head attached? Yes; check." lol)

If not that, I'd guess lonelyness? If so, hug more! (Maybe you were having a reaction to something your father said or did?)

Well, it was all very positive interaction with my father (he's a great dad), but maybe the hug triggered a reminder of sorts?

Also, DirectorAbbie's suggestion is good. Not that I believe in God, I don't, but our spirituality needs "food" even if it's not directed towards a "God". Too many people today do not get enough soul-food. If you are creative - use it. And talk with your soul/check your dreams. They will tell you if this is where you are hungry.

Good luck!

Thank you, Mimosa.

Duh. That's the obvious. I think she was looking for something a little more confusing.

Do you have something in mind?

[Gilly]

You need God.

rofl

[Gilly]

@minde:what had you had to eat?

[Not A Communist Shill]

When I get a certain empty feeling, I think that life is cheap and too easily influenced by the senses. I worry I'm going to get diabetes, because apparently stress is a contributing factor...which makes me even more stressed. But when I'm feeling elated, I wouldn't want to be anybody else!

[Minde]

@minde:what had you had to eat?

I don't remember exactly. It was an after-dinner snack. I think it might have been a piece of the cheesecake I had made earlier.