Does anyone have any hobbies that might help occupy my mind? i have a hard time distracting myself with my current hobbies, and i want something i have to think more about. i’m used to coloring, and listening to music, but i feel i need more.
I would recommend video games, I’ve found it to be a lot better alternative than just scrolling social media since it at least engages my brain a little
@Jish03 do you have any to recommend?
@maddie2000 I personally enjoy switch games, like Pokémon, animal crossing, etc. but I would also recommend a game called hollow knight on pc
I take short walks whenever possible to help with physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
I find that putting a lego set together is extremely calming, it’s an expensive hobby though. So video game alternatives like Minecraft or the sims help too. Recently I’ve been playing a game called Satisfactory.
Exercise sometimes helps me. Or doing a physical activity while listening to music and trying to sing at the same time can be distracting cause its hard for me to do lol.
lego sets is great! it is an expensive option unfortunately. however on amazon there are a ton of knockoff brands that are way cheaper than actual legos! they get me out of my head really well! i did coloring for months and now im onto legos!
I know this is a few months old but if you're still looking for hobbies, I'd suggest anything that involves working with your hands, and preferably doesn't involve a screen. Basically anything that helps you get in that "flow" state, which has been scientifically proven to reduce anxiety and obsessive thoughts. Food: Cooking, baking, candy/chocolate making, sourdough bread making Caring for living things: Plants, gardening, fish tank with real vegetation Arts/crafts: Drawing, painting, sculpting, calligraphy, scrapbooking, learning a musical instrument, woodworking, crochet, linoleum carving Exercise/sports: Running, biking, swimming, pickleball, ping pong, tennis Obviously there are countless others. But hope this gives you ideas if you're still looking!
@djflorio i didn’t see this until today. thank you for all of these!!!
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Hey guys I have some questions on OCD recovery. I just get confused on what to do, like some people say to distract yourself when the thoughts come in, others say to think it harder or on purpose or something. Are some forms of distraction better, like exercising and not forcing distraction. A thought can get stuck in my head for a while and I’m not really sure how to distract from it, do I just let it be there while doing something else like the exercising or drawing? I just need some advice. Any techniques you have for recovery will be much appreciated ? Thanks in advance!
Not having the best day today mental health wise. Feel super bored but nothing sounds appealing to do. Anyone ever feel like this? What hobbies or things do you guys do that maybe some of us could try?
hey guys i was just wondering if anyone has any “self care” tips or different things to do that helps with their OCD ( or any mental illness ). Ive heard things like journaling and meditation but i want more things to do that can help better myself
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