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I’d say I’m a solid 8 out of 10. I think I’m motivated by a desire to enjoy life while I’m here. Like so many of us, OCD in its most intense and untreated forms can really impact your overall satisfaction level with your life. So now, with all the tools and skills I’ve gained in therapy, I focus on trying to be present. What I’m finding is that life, in its simple form, always has some measure of joy in it. Even if that’s just appreciating that it’s a nice 72 degrees outside while you sit on your porch. Or appreciating the privilege of having clean water. Or that my children are happy, loving little human beings. Beyond that, I’ve tried in my own little way to help others with this disorder. Reaching someone that’s suffering, and seeing them improve through treatment, is very fulfilling.
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That’s awesome!❤️
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I'm motivated to develop independence because I want to be a foster parent in a few years
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That’s so awesome! I love that❤️
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Aw this is awesome Katie. I hope you can accomplish this goal.
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Pretty good. Helping kids motivates me. Take that POCD ☺!
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Awesome stuff Carl. What you said reminds be of just being present. I'm trying to learn to be present through noticing my senses more. Like hearing and feeling the breezes, etc...
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Im doing better over the last 5 days. Day 3 of meds today. What motivates me is my son, my family, and that child in me that always wanted love. Ive heard a few childhood stories over the last 2 weeks and I realized that I truly am a loving and giving person. Unfortunately I allowed a certain few to turn me a bit cold, but Im determined to go back to my roots. At my core I love helping others and I love to give. I love holidays, playing sports, lifting weights, traveling, dancing, music, singing (even if my voice is horrible), and just laughing with family and friends. I hope to one day help more people whom suffer from ocd as well as ptsd. We can make the world a better place.
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I also suffer from ptsd and ocd, my ptsd actually caused my pocd and harm ocd. this was so good to hear! You go girl. You are so brave and strong:)
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@sophie02 I think so too tbh. I feel that my ptsd is what always made me scared to be a bad person, especially since I suffered a lot of physical abuse from my older brother, who would torture me. So Im afraid it runs in the family. Thank you! So are you! Sending lots of hugs 💚💚
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@luchalysol Sending lots of hugs right back! I also have the same fear that some things run in the family
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@sophie02 Its torture. But we can overcome this 💚💚
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Can you help my husband?
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The good news is he’s taken a step in the right direction. What lies ahead is a lot of suffering, discomfort, and hard work before it’s better. The best you can do is educate yourself on OCD and provide support in an effective way. But the journey is his alone.
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I set him up with his first session tomorrow but tomorrow seems so long I feel like crying
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Ill be honest, I want to write a letter if anything happens, if I loose this battle and put and end to it. But even if my thoughts keep coming, I try to keep my head up, stand up strong and look them at them for what they are, thoughts. I’m still scared, I still can’t go to sleep normally, but I feel a tiny bit of hope. I really hope my feeling is right, I really hope. Whathever happens, I’m still proud of myself, I’m still proud of my achievements, I am proud of me. Whathever happens, please don’t forget This message. Please, don’t forget me
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I know that at times it’s hard to be thankful for who I am and what I have in life. Would you like to help me think more positively with the top 3 things you love about your life? It can be the people you’re surrounded by, a hobby, a food, animal, plant, TV show, weather, etc.
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Just feeling down. I feel uncomfortable in my own skin and sad about trauma I went through, also about mistakes I’ve made. I just feel so sad and I want to cry. I just want to talk to God so bad.. or my younger self. I have so many questions:( .. I don’t want to victimize myself, but it hurts. Nobody talks about how gross and disgusting you feel after going through seggsual trauma as a kid, and how it messes up your brain sortve .. I will make something of myself no matter what. I think I will just light some sage and rest.. this isn’t the end. I love this world, it’s such a blessing to be here. No matter the good or bad.. I just need to keep that in mind
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