Seeking self-care day ideas for managing OCD symptoms.

For a start, you should only use your phone just to answer texts/calls and music. Focus on stuff that makes you feel nostalgic and comfortable (I listen to music from old school). Help someone out if you can. Get good sleep tonight. If you come across something that triggers you, just note that everyone is capable of overcoming their negative thoughts. Living is a gift, because you are gradually learning that it IS a gift. A lifetime of being strong will make you look back and say, "I wouldn't change a thing not even if I could."

I aim to give myself what I need: good sleep, good food, good exercise, good relaxation. I remove pressure and expectations and use a lot of self compassion (anything I feel all day is fine and deserves understanding, not judgment or anger or fear.)

Bubble bath 🛀

Self care can look like going the extra mile to pamper yourself with say, a spa day, or a specific luxury you don’t get often. Or, self care can be small, simple acts throughout the day that make you feel joy and gratitude to everyday life. Both are cool, but here are some of my favorite things to do: - I like to read books that transport me to another world. Nothing too realistic it’s all about escapism. - I go people-watching in a cafe, or visit a park to feel connected to life around me. - I love bubble baths, getting creative doing my makeup or nails, etc. - I get cozy in my most comfortable pjs and relax in the quiet of my home, alone, with my favorite tea. I like to practice being comfortable spending time with myself as often as possible.