- User type
- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 1y
Overwhelmed
Sometimes my ocd causes me to be overwhelmed that I’m physically tired, and don’t want to move to not trigger my symptoms…
Sometimes my ocd causes me to be overwhelmed that I’m physically tired, and don’t want to move to not trigger my symptoms…
That's normal, ocd can be extremely mentally exhausting which makes it really hard to complete normal tasks, it will always make you feel better if you complete even one task 🩷
@EllieDuffy21 Thank you for your kind advice❤️
Mine has mangled my energy today, honestly all week. But keep at it, believe in yourself bc hard times happen for everyone and recovery is possible! U got this
@Anonymous Thank you for the positivity 🩵
Yes, I get this way, too. It’s ok to recharge and rest … you just then have to pick a day to push through and stick with an objective..you will then feel physically and mentally exhausted but good inside that you accomplished something…at least, that’s how it works for me.
@Anonymous That’s true and thank you for the advice 💙
Yes! I struggle with this every day! I don't want to get out of bed because I don't want to compulse. I get wind or breath compulsions on my feet and then have to spray my feet, the blanket, and the floor all the way to the bathroom where the alcohol spray bottle is.
@Anonymous *hugs* sorry you are going through that ❤️
i totally get how exhausting ocd can be, it's like your brain doesn't want to give you a break 😔. it's really tough when you're feeling so overwhelmed that it's physically draining. i've been battling a different ocd theme, but something that has really helped me is finding tools that meet me where i'm at. one thing that's been a game-changer for me is the "unstuck ocd therapy tools" app. my local ocd support group recommended it, and it's been super helpful. it provides ai-personalized guidance and exercises that you can use when you're feeling stuck. also, the ocd reddit has been a great place for me to feel less alone and get support from others who really understand what it's like. hang in there, you're not alone in this.
@TanyaShelby22 Thank you for your advice 🩵
@Luna13 - you're welcome!
Overwhelmed
My sister is going to a concert and coming back to the house where me and my family live. In my mind her clothes are extremely dirty. And I know her coming back is going to cause a lot of strong contamination thoughts to enter my head. I’m exhausted already from pushing myself and I can’t seem to focus on anything when these thoughts are really strong. I’m in college and this makes focusing on homework difficult. I failed an exam the other day bc I couldn’t stop thinking about what I need to clean and then cleaning. It’s really exhausting.
Alot is on my mind u feel like I’m going to lose my mind , not really a lot but if I think too hard I think I’m gonna lose my mind , I was trying to slp n I think I’m gonna lose my mind , I’ve always been having thoughts about going crazy it never really changed , I have other thoughts and triggers but they always somehow lead Bk to me thinking I’m going to lose my mind , guys I’m so tired , do I even have ocd
Share your thoughts so the Community can respond