Mood swings tips?

I feel like the mood swings associated with waves of OCD throughout the day and sometimes the most frustrating part. I’ll be okay for a good portion of the day, and then my mood will drop tremendously, sometimes from a thought, sometimes from dreading the feeling that sones with it. I generally rebound within 2 hours, and can function again, and go about my day. I’ve gotten basically compulsive about this, because I want to be able to control my mood. Anyone have any tips for this?

proudmommy

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y ago

No tips, but can relate.

lbb.

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y ago

I think that's a long term thing, sometimes medication can help but I'm trying to practice mindfulness. I know it sounds cheesy and sometimes it is, but it's a form of putting the work in still. Been listening to guided meditation by Michael seeley on YouTube, practicing using my senses and feeling what my body is telling me, sometimes I need a break though so I read something unimportant or play video games.

lbb.

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y ago

Mm, and putting more minerals and vitamins in my diet, if you have periods, drinking raspberry tea helps some people, me included!

johnnn

Date posted: 16w ago

whats up guys what are some tips dealing with ocd and what to do when a thought makes u anxious ??

H399Rocd

Date posted: 12w ago

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Iceberg Climber

Date posted: 10w ago

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