how do you remain hopeful during dark times? what keeps you going? for me it’s my boyfriend and his optimism. he reminds me that things always tend to work out fine. since i can be so pessimistic, his words are very refreshing.
With it comes to dark times related OCD - for me it's my encouraging spouse, counselor and loved ones. Overall my faith keeps me afloat. I know I would be a lot more of a mess than I already am without Jesus. LOL.
Little things. My 3 year old had stopped most verbal communication for about 6 months and has started speaking again in the past two weeks, because we found out he’s had chronic ear infections in both ears and the antibiotics finally cleared them up. I thought I had failed to protect him well enough from the trauma of his dad’s manic episode. We’re setting him up to get tubes and he starts speech therapy Monday. My spouse has a medication that seems to work and his awareness of his symptoms and emotional regulation are almost back to normal. I am lucky that my family is still whole. I have always been lucky, somehow, when I come out the other side. I will feel that way again soon.
@Bronsautracks that’s so wonderful about your child. i hope his speech therapy goes well! and i’m happy for you too that your family is still whole. ❤️
I'm struggling too. My faith has always been my anchor and since I've been in this storm I can't even concentrate on prayers most of the time. I don't like being alone and facing what I have to do like get rid of stuff in my cluttered room or look for a job so I just run to a friend's house or something. I enjoy it for the most part while I'm there but I just think it's an escape. Not sure how to fix it. I mean I have to do what I don't want to do, but I don't want to do it. Does that make sense? That's great that you have a supportive boyfriend and an optimistic one. If anyone can relate to me. That'd be great.
@Anonymous i also struggle to be alone. and struggle to do what i don’t want to do.
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@ocd.is.a.bitch111 my dog passed away last year. it was heartbreaking but i remind myself of just how much we all loved him and he loved us. he lived a great life 💜 i do have a cat though who’s so cute and comfy. sadly i’m at uni so don’t see him much, but when i do, it’s great.
When I’m really struggling I remind myself that even though I’m in a dark place, I’ve already come a long way and shouldn’t give up on myself now. My loved ones are what keeps me going too, bc they always try to be supportive and understanding. Oh and my psychiatrist also gives me hope bc she always has my best interest at heart.
@blazed i’m glad. support is truly everything. and it’s both external (loved ones, therapists etc) and internal (looking out for ourselves).
Hey people! Hope you all are doing well. I used to use this app back in time, when I was dealing with many subtypes of ocd, mainly related to my sexuality. But, today, I live a life free of of obsessions, at least in terms of my sexuality. I do think that I still have a way to go to get better in terms of mental health - yet I'm not ruining my life over silly thoughts. When I have time and energy, I will write about my experience and story. But, for now, please know that what you are going through at the moment is only temporary. You will feel good inside your skin one, hopefully very soon. If you need a company or a person to vent to, please let me know! I can listen. I emphatise with you all and send you love. best, caleb
I’ve seen wayyyy too many negative posts on here (I totally get it)…but can someone please share some positive experiences? Doesn’t have to be so grand, it could be just that you achieved a small goal with your ocd! I don’t want to continue feeling drowned by this debilitating disorder. I want to see what has helped some of you! So we can all encourage each other! 😊
I know everything im dealing with is OCD. I have accepted that, but I just feel down. I don’t want to live the rest of my life like this. I just want to be free from this horrible illness. Any positive stories and recovery journeys will help. What did recovery look like for you? I used to be so happy, I miss it so much. This feels like it’s taken everything from me. How do you just live your life despite how you feel? Any hope will help!
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