- User type
- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 1y
Overwhelmed
Sometimes my ocd causes me to be overwhelmed that I’m physically tired, and don’t want to move to not trigger my symptoms…
Sometimes my ocd causes me to be overwhelmed that I’m physically tired, and don’t want to move to not trigger my symptoms…
That's normal, ocd can be extremely mentally exhausting which makes it really hard to complete normal tasks, it will always make you feel better if you complete even one task 🩷
@EllieDuffy21 Thank you for your kind advice❤️
Mine has mangled my energy today, honestly all week. But keep at it, believe in yourself bc hard times happen for everyone and recovery is possible! U got this
@Anonymous Thank you for the positivity 🩵
Yes, I get this way, too. It’s ok to recharge and rest … you just then have to pick a day to push through and stick with an objective..you will then feel physically and mentally exhausted but good inside that you accomplished something…at least, that’s how it works for me.
@Anonymous That’s true and thank you for the advice 💙
Yes! I struggle with this every day! I don't want to get out of bed because I don't want to compulse. I get wind or breath compulsions on my feet and then have to spray my feet, the blanket, and the floor all the way to the bathroom where the alcohol spray bottle is.
@Anonymous *hugs* sorry you are going through that ❤️
i totally get how exhausting ocd can be, it's like your brain doesn't want to give you a break 😔. it's really tough when you're feeling so overwhelmed that it's physically draining. i've been battling a different ocd theme, but something that has really helped me is finding tools that meet me where i'm at. one thing that's been a game-changer for me is the "unstuck ocd therapy tools" app. my local ocd support group recommended it, and it's been super helpful. it provides ai-personalized guidance and exercises that you can use when you're feeling stuck. also, the ocd reddit has been a great place for me to feel less alone and get support from others who really understand what it's like. hang in there, you're not alone in this.
@TanyaShelby22 Thank you for your advice 🩵
@Luna13 - you're welcome!
I started dealing with OCD when I became fixated on health issues, particularly the fear of contracting a life-threatening disease. If I experienced any kind of medical symptom, no matter how small, that even remotely hinted at something potentially fatal, it would drive me crazy, and I couldn’t stop obsessing over it. Then one day, I started having intrusive thoughts about accidentally hitting someone with my car, and I would end up driving in circles to check if I had. Eventually, I found myself overwhelmed by a flood of new obsessive thoughts and compulsions. One day, while I was at the park, a squirrel came near me, and for some reason, I felt like it attacked me. I Googled it and learned that squirrels could carry rabies, which spiraled me into a deep fear of rabies. I became consumed with the thought I received a bite from a squirrel, raccoon, or bat any time I’m in areas that trigger me. It started off only being inside then transferred to even being in my own home. This made me obsess over every physical sensation in my body, compulsively checking to make sure nothing was wrong. One compulsion that I hated the most would to be putting rubbing alcohol on me to make sure that I had no open wounds. Every day feels like I’m walking around in a fog of anxiety, constantly worrying that I won’t even make it to old age. Sometimes, it gets so overwhelming that I just want it all to end. It stresses me so bad at times to where my brain feels like I’ve been studying all day.
Overwhelmed
My mental health is declining due to ocd. It’s like a huge mix between ocd episode and depression wave. I feel weak and hopeless. I wanna cry. I’m exhausted . I feel like I’ve lost myself again.
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