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- 6y ago
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It’s totally worse on my period I feel you on that. Like it’s there all the time but it’s harder to ignore my thoughts and be in a good mood on my period. Girls with ocd get it bad lmao
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- 6y ago
Yes we do! It is crazy how worse I feel when it’s that time. It’s like I’m already in hell for 5 days why not get really intense intrusive thoughts on top of it?. Thank you guys so much for responding. It’s nice to feel less alone in this journey! You guys are amazing and we can get through it together?.I will definitely try a bath and essential oils and maybe some tea! Thank you!!
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- 6y ago
I’m sorry you have to go through it too?.I know we can get through it! That actually makes a lot of sense! I really like that! It’s a really positive way of looking at it. I am gonna try and work on taking extra care of myself when I’m going through it. I think that’s been the hardest thing but I find like even right now when my OCD started again I got up and put a face mask on and grabbed my comfy sweats and even had some tea and I already feel just a little better. I know it will pass and I’ll soon feel better again. Thank you, girl❤️
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- 6y ago
There is evidence to suggest that magnesium citrate can help minimize the crazy period OCD rollercoaster. I’ve been taking some sporadically this last cycle to test, and I seem to be having a lot less symptoms/anxious overthinking responses. It could be any number of things but after my last few cycles or so, I’m down to keep trying it. Also, eating consistently and healthily helps SO MUCH. Cut out the added sugar!
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- 6y ago
I will definitely try magnesium! I will try just about anything lol. I am actually on a keto diet which has really helped me and I feel pretty good for the most part when I’m not on my period. My OCD is always there but I just feel like I have way better control over it when I’m off my period.The week before and during are the absolute worst for my OCD. It’s like my thoughts are just so strong and irrational.
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- 6y ago
Thank you?
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- 6y ago
I have had that happen several times in the last year. I’m right there with you friend. Somebody on YouTube somewhere explained the idea that women are cyclical creatures, and she actually described each week of our period as a season, which, while a little bit woo woo, is actually kind of brilliant. I believe the pre period week was like autumn, and the period week was winter, where you stay inside and free your time to relax and be cozy. I kind of liked it. Maybe if we can build positive rhythms where we know what we can handle into our monthly cycles, that can help us too.
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- 6y ago
Same. I’ve definitely had this before, still kinda do, but it gets easier as you go along with ERP
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- 6y ago
Indeed. I suggest using calming stuff, like essential oils, a bath, and someone soothing to talk to. That’s what helps me.
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- 6y ago
Or even someone soothing to listen to, like a podcast
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- 6y ago
Yes! You are amazing! Thank you for sharing. ♥️ I wish you all the best.
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- 6y ago
Oh yeah my hormones def affect everything!! Sucks!
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- 6y ago
Thank you! I wish you all the best too❤️
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