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As an OCD are we able to enjoy and when. I never did.
As an OCD are we able to enjoy and when. I never did.
I completely understand how you feel. Living with OCD can be very difficult, and it's common to feel like enjoyment is out of reach. I've struggled with this myself during times when I didn't know what to do or when I had no clue that it was OCD. However, with the right support and coping mechanisms, it's possible to find moments of joy. Always be positive and never give up.
Thank you đ but I really don't have friends I never chated. I call them like 2 times in a month. No job because of studies. Even if I do have friends I don't adjust myself in it. In functions and parties I feel like going home. My mom is the reason for little socialising but without her I couldn't. I'm not able to have friends again or that enjoyment.
@Sweetysalty You're welcome. đ I completely understand. Most of us are alone. I know what you mean, but when you learn to manage your anxiety and OCD, life becomes easier. Try watching TV shows in your free time, reading books, exercising, or going for a walk. These activities will allow you to enjoy your life with OCD. And don't think you won't find any friends; you will. Life isn't always the same. Even now, you see this way. You are not alone; I am here for you whenever you need me.
@Amara Thank you so much đ you really relieved my anxiety depression and worries. If someone comfort you just by single text it really makes a difference both mentally and emotionally. I didn't have anyone to discuss to. Thank you for your time and replying me đ
@Sweetysalty Any time đThank you so much for your kind words! It really means a lot to me that my message made a difference. Iâm here if you ever need someone to talk to about anything you want. Take care of yourself.
@Amara Your welcome. Yes sure I will remember you đ
Hi, i hope you do remember me. My situation is still the same. Infact I completed my studies and I did my best to find job but couldn't. Also I'm home for 5 months. I do go out for a walk sometime and also I stay with my parents and siblings. There is nothing change in my life. I do talk to people on phone now but hard for me to got out and have social connections with others. Please help Mr how to be social and from where can I start making friends. Thank you đ
Hi! Of course I remember youâand I do think about you! I even check sometimes to see if youâve posted anything. Iâm really sorry it took me so long to reply. For some reason, the app didnât show me a notification for your comment. I only saw it now because I went back to answer the post you deleted. I always get notifications for comments on older posts, so I honestly have no idea why I missed yoursâit was important to me. Iâm so sorry I missed it earlier. And Thank you for reaching out and being so honest about how youâre feeling. That said, I totally get your wish to connect more sociallyâitâs a natural feeling. And itâs great that youâre already doing small things like walking, staying in touch by phone, and staying close to your family. Those things really matter. Here are a few gentle steps you could try: 1. Reconnect with old friends â Just a simple message like âHey, I was thinking about youâ can go a long way. 2. Find low-pressure social spaces â Maybe a class, a hobby group, or even volunteering. It gives you structure and a reason to talk to new people. 3. Go at your own pace â You donât need to rush or become super social overnight. One genuine connection can mean a lot.
Hey, I just read what you wrote in other post you deleted and I can really feel how much itâs been weighing on you. Itâs not easy to admit when somethingâs messing with our head, so I really admire you for opening up. I truly understand how heavy this must feel for you. It sounds like youâre caught in a cycle of comparing yourself to othersâespecially on social mediaâand itâs creating a lot of pressure and anxiety. On top of that, with your heart health, your studies, and your family being strict, it makes total sense that you're feeling drained and overwhelmed. But hereâs the thing: social media shows only a small, polished part of peopleâs lives. Just because someone looks like they have freedom or confidence doesnât mean theyâre truly happy or without struggles. You, on the other hand, are trying to stay true to yourself while feeling pulled in different directionsâand thatâs incredibly brave. You mentioned doing things like buying clothes or planning outfits not because you want to, but because you feel pressured to match someone else. Thatâs a sign your mind is trying to get relief by fitting inâbut the real peace comes from letting go of comparisons and asking: What do I truly want? What makes me feel goodânot just look good? I know you just want to be happy and free from this anxiety, and you can be. Some little things that might help: 1. Limit time on social media for a while. Even one week away can clear your head. 2. Write down what YOU enjoy wearing, doing, or creating without anyone else's influence. 3. Remember, you donât have to be anyone else to be loved, successful, or confident. You said you want to be happy and stay happy and thatâs such a good goal. Youâre already on the right path by being honest about how you feel. It might not happen overnight, but little by little, it gets easier when you start choosing yourself instead of trying to be someone else. I'm here for you whenever you need me.
Thank you so much it really means a lot you saved me from depression and anxiety I feel more relieved. Thank you đ. It's ok I do understand your problem but I read previous msg of yours to get relieved. Yes I'm trying to stay away from social media from now on and the thing is I want to wear what I love but also not allowed to I have to hide it and also when I do it I feel like may be I should discuss with my family that I did that just incase if I came in danger. Also all day I will be thinking of poses and ideas. But it is tiring. Even if I want to do these things I should feel happy and comfortable while doing it without any fear of doing now and pressure of doing right now. Those points I will definately follow and do it. Thank you so much for sharing your story you are so brave I don't know how did you fight alone and overcome with problems. Thank you once again đ
@Sweetysalty You're welcome đ I really see how much youâre carrying. I know things still feel the same, and it can be incredibly frustrating when nothing seems to move forward, especially when you're trying your best. I remember what you shared before too, and Iâm so sorry itâs been heavy for this long. I also want to sayâI missed your comment from 11 weeks ago, and Iâve felt awful about it. That wasnât okay, especially after I said Iâd be here for you whenever you needed me. Please know it wasnât on purpose. I truly care about you, and Iâm really glad I saw it again so I could finally reply. This time, I'll definitely check this post and my notifications more often from now on. About everything you saidâI can imagine how alone it must feel. Wanting to have friends or feel part of something, but also feeling like you donât quite fit in anymoreâthatâs such a lonely place to be. I want to gently remind you: your mind might tell you youâre different or falling behind, but thatâs not the truth.Youâre just going through something that takes time, and thatâs okay.and youâre not doing anything wrong. And I know OCD makes it even harder. Like feeling you have to plan everything just right, worry about doing things âcorrectly,â or overthink what you should or shouldnât say or do. But you donât have to fix everything. You donât have to make big changes all at once. Even one small, imperfect step is more than enough. About your family being strictâI totally understand how that adds another layer of stress. When you feel like you constantly have to hide or plan around them, itâs like you never get to fully breathe or just be yourself. And if one day you feel ready to try something newâwhether thatâs messaging someone, taking a class or go to gym, or applying for somethingâdo it just for you. Not because you have to, or to prove anything. Just because it feels right for you. But hereâs something to hold onto: when you canât change the outside situation (like family rules), sometimes you have to find your freedom within. That means focusing on what you can controlâyour mindset, your values, and doing things that make you proud. You donât need to wear certain clothes or post certain photos just to feel valid or free. You can express yourself in small, confident ways that still honor your boundaries. Real confidence is being yourself even when the environment isnât easy. And just because your version of freedom looks different than someone elseâs doesnât make it less meaningful. In fact, it shows how strong you areâbalancing everything youâre going through and still wanting to grow. Please remember: your pace is okay. Your heart matters.
@Amara Thank you đ. I will try my best to accept my boundaries and stay happy and feel confident within my boundaries.
@Sweetysalty Anytime đ
So, yesterday while I was laying in bed, I was relaxing when suddenly I had an intrusive thought about someone, but the thing is that it brought me a sense of enjoyment or calmness for a few seconds before it went away. Once it did, it was only until hours later when I realized what had happened and I began to freak out because I'm reading everywhere that when someone experiences this type of thing, the anxiety happens shortly after the enjoyment or "false" enjoyment. Can OCD do this?
Iâm so scared Iâll be stuck in this forever soo soo scared
I know that sounds a bit harsh, but people with OCD think very differently then everyone else and we do strange things. I used to think OCD was just that we overthink to much and have compulsions to fix it, but its kinda alot more than that i realise. Like peoples lives are legit debilitated from this thing. Thats serious and i dont think others realise that. Mabye im concerned too much idk.
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