🌺Dem🌺
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- 3y
katsokatso
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- 3y
Ocd has put me in depression states that I won’t get out of bed or do anything, like what you’re going through. The good thing is this slump you are in is temporary. What helped me is I first of started meditating and journaling. In my journal I would first make a list of emotions I am feeling and why I am feeling them. Then I write what I believe would be a good solution to those negative emotions I’m feeling. I then close it out with words of kindness to myself and atleast one goal for my day. For you for example, you can set a small goal of just washing a few dishes or doing a small load of laundry, and that being it for the day. Over time you can add another goal, then another. Accomplishing a goal gives a small serotonin boost that is very satisfying. I hope this helps❤️
🌺Dem🌺🌺Dem🌺
- Date posted
- 3y
I have been in on and off depression states for as long as I can remember sadly, most recently because my OCD has gotten so much worse this summer Emotions are a difficult thing for me and for some reason my mind is convinced that emotions are weak when they really aren't All of the tips do sound good and I definitely will try it out. I might start with meditation, any advice for that? (Apologies for the amount of questions) Thank you :)
katsokatso
- Date posted
- 3y
Don’t apologize! I’m on this app for a reason. Reading others posts and engaging in conversation really helps!🙂 In regards to meditation, I started doing only 3 minutes a day, then slowly increased when I felt ready to 5 and now 10 minutes a day. When I first started I downloaded the app headspace and they give really good advise and guidance on how to meditate effectively. I highly recommend getting the app or even just doing the free trial. I use YouTube as well since it is free! Just remember your brain is a muscle, you need to work at meditate in order to feel its effects. Just like working out at the gym to get strong, it doesn’t happen overnight but if you keep at it you will see progress! Please ask more questions if you have any!🥰
🌺Dem🌺🌺Dem🌺
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- 3y
I do have questions, but I really don't know how to ask them 👀
ablanchablanch
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- 3y
I promise there is hope!!! Keep seeking out best practices and reward yourself for the little victories, like getting out of bed :)
🌺Dem🌺🌺Dem🌺
- Date posted
- 3y
Alright, I will definitely try, thank you :)
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