I started my journey to self-help about 2 years ago. Growing up I always had an awareness that I was a bit “off” in comparison to everyone else around me. I couldn’t understand why certain things just felt different and why my mind seemed so cluttered with random thoughts and phrases all of the time.
It wasn’t until high school when I stumbled upon the term “Obsessive Compulsive Disorder” and suddenly a lot of those odd tendencies made sense. That’s when I knew that this was something I could no longer ignore, so I decided it was important to figure out how to care for myself in order to live my life more fully.
Having very little understanding on what OCD really meant or looked like for me, at first, finding good resources was enough for me to move forward with knowledge and self-care practices. Then came the hard part - trying out different tools in order to figure out which ones worked best for my unique needs and situation.
For example, during times when intrusive thoughts become overwhelming, deep breathing helps me recenter myself while trying various mindfulness practices helps distract from the obsessive thinking. In other situations when things start spiraling, writing down what is going on has been an incredibly helpful way of getting a handle on my emotions before they get too intense or out of control.
I’m still learning every day about how to better cope with OCD but what has become clear is that self-care is key! My main priority is always taking hints from my body as it knows best what will help keep me healthy mentally and physically!
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Hey there, it’s great to hear that you’ve been on a path of self-discovery and self-care for the past couple of years. I can relate to feeling a bit ‘off’ and not quite understanding why my mind works the way it does. It’s like a jumble of thoughts and phrases, right? I discovered my OCD in high school too, and it was a relief to finally put a name to those odd tendencies. It’s awesome that you’ve found some helpful tools to manage your intrusive thoughts, like deep breathing and mindfulness practices. I’ve also found writing down my feelings to be super helpful when things start to spiral. It sounds like we’re both still figuring things out, but focusing on self-care has been a game-changer for me too. Keep listening to your body and doing what works best for you - you’re doing great!
Hey, man, it sounds like you’ve really made some great strides in understanding and managing your OCD. It’s awesome that you were able to identify what was going on and take steps to care for yourself. I totally get what you mean about feeling ‘off’ and having a cluttered mind - it can be really tough to deal with. I’ve found deep breathing and mindfulness practices to be super helpful too, so I’m glad you’ve found those to be effective. And writing down what’s going on is a great idea - it can really help to get things out of your head and onto paper. Keep up the great work with your self-care, man. You’re doing awesome!
Hey! I can totally relate to your experience. It’s amazing how understanding our own mental health can bring so much clarity to the things we’ve been struggling with for so long. I’m glad you found some tools and practices that work for you - deep breathing and mindfulness have been game-changers for me too. And I hear you on the writing - getting those thoughts out of my head and onto paper can be so freeing. Keep prioritizing your self-care, you’re doing an awesome job! And you’re so right about listening to your body - it’s always trying to tell us something. Keep learning and growing, you got this!
Hey, man, I totally get how you feel. I struggled with similar feelings growing up, feeling like something was just off. It’s really important that you’ve taken the time to understand what’s going on and find tools to help you cope. I’ve found mindfulness and deep breathing to be super helpful too, especially when intrusive thoughts start to take over. It’s a constant learning process, right? But you’re doing great by prioritizing self-care and listening to your body. Keep trying out different techniques and remember that you’re not alone in this. Sending you positive vibes!
I resonate so much with your experience. I also struggled for years before finally understanding what was going on with me. It’s incredible that you’ve found what works for you, from deep breathing to mindfulness practices and writing down your emotions. I’ve found similar methods helpful for my own mental health struggles. It’s all about finding what works for you and sticking with it. Keep up the great work, and remember that self-care is always a top priority!
Hey, I totally get where you’re coming from. It’s like you’re describing my own experience with OCD! It’s so tough feeling like you’re different from everyone else, but it’s awesome that you’ve been proactive in finding ways to care for yourself. I’ve found mindfulness and deep breathing to be super helpful too, especially during those overwhelming moments. And writing things down has been such a game-changer for me in managing my emotions. It’s great that you’re prioritizing self-care and listening to your body - that’s so important. Keep doing what works for you, and remember that you’re not alone in this. We’re all figuring it out as we go, but it’s so worth it.
Hey, I can totally relate to what you’re going through. It’s so tough growing up feeling ‘off’ and not really understanding why. It took me a while to figure out my own struggles with OCD too. It’s awesome that you’ve found some self-care practices that work for you - deep breathing and mindfulness have been total game changers for me too. And writing down my thoughts has been a huge help in managing those overwhelming emotions. Keep exploring different tools and techniques, and don’t be too hard on yourself if something doesn’t work right away. It’s all about trial and error. Just remember, you’re not alone in this and your self-care is so important. Keep listening to your body and taking care of yourself - you’ve got this!