This term is an uncommon word to the average person, but familiar to a trained therapist who clearly understands its use and how it applies. Moreover, it is a word that expresses an existing problem connected to any emotion that people can’t define. Having no words to express your feelings is disturbing not only for the affected person but also for those people associated socially or otherwise. In most instances, when people have difficulty conveying themselves, they fall victim to becoming misunderstood because there is nothing to compare. Communication through voice, the output is by far the better communicator because people only get to know you through conversation.
As I write specifically about the feelings of emotional decay, it is virtually impossible to talk sensibly about depression and anxiety. To be sad and not to explain why you’re sorry is defeating. For years, I have not been able to express myself in a way that makes sense to me, let alone someone else. As a defense, I would isolate myself as much as possible to avoid extended contact and not have to explain what I feel and why. As we travel a road of not feeling emotion, it is attributed to hating your life or suffering so much trauma that you’re now numb.
While looking at the glass, what comes to mind? If the obvious is clear, the human mind and its complexities are just as confusing. A person whose face remains emotionless cannot distinguish happy from sad or love from hate.
This Article was Last Updated On: October 19, 2025