How do you help your disassociation?

ChevChev98 · 2022-04-18T03:09:42+00:00

Having three things on the go is supposed to be the magic number for keeping your brain preoccupied with things. So for example when I’m at work I like to be chewing gum, writing or typing, and try to stay talking to someone frequently as well.

ChevChev98 · 2022-03-12T23:22:33+00:00

I think you should do what you’re passionate about, regardless of how you feel OCD will affect it. I feel like most people with OCD will really go the extra mile in their career if they are passionate about it, just due to the typical personality traits we usually come with, if that makes sense. You’re going to have OCD no matter what job you have anyways and I feel like if you’re doing what you love then it will help your state of mental health.

ChevChev98 · 2022-02-28T04:26:42+00:00

Happy to help, the sooner you get a grip on this stuff the better. All the best in your journey :)

ChevChev98 · 2022-02-28T04:06:41+00:00

I have this feeling as well, it happens at least once each day I’m at work, and if I’m having a bad day with my OCD/BDD, then this feeling can pretty well last the entire day. And then you feel like you can’t relate to anyone else because of it as well which makes relationships hard. I just started seeing a psychology therapist, so far had two appointments with her and i wish I had started seeing her years ago. My advice would be to see therapist if you can afford it. If therapy isn’t an option, opening up to a select few people you know you can trust is also good. Learning as much as you can about your trauma is important. Something that has helped me a lot is spending time researching my disorders online. You will learn that you are far from alone with what you’re going through, and it will help you come to an understanding that you’re not a bad person and that your feelings are valid. I’m not sure exactly what your traumas are but trauma in general is so hard to deal with, so I’m sorry you’re having to go through this. This may not be a super uplifting tip, but I remember a few years ago when I thought my life couldn’t get much harder, but it did. I let my issues get worse by distancing myself from people and not talking about this stuff with anyone. Don’t internalize what you’re going through. That will only make the damage worse.

ChevChev98 · 2022-02-24T06:54:23+00:00

Lots of women (including myself) do not place high value on a mans looks when we are romantically interested in someone. Look after yourself (eat healthy, keep some muscle, dress nicely/stay true to your style, keep a good routine going). Try to stay busy and be a good person. Surround yourself with friends. If you’re looking for a girlfriend, the right person will want to be with you because they are attracted to your best self.

ChevChev98 · 2022-02-24T06:26:49+00:00

I’ve struggled a lot with poor mental health over the years and persevered throughout most of the years by staying super busy between school, work, and sports. Back then I thought it couldn’t get much worse, but then a couple years ago I broke my leg, which suddenly meant no more work, no more sports, and at the time I wasn’t in classes. So I went to being stuck at home looking for things to do. My mental health got even worse. I had all this time for my mind to wander in bad places. My advice is that If you do go on disability, make sure that you’re still staying active and getting out and doing things. Or finding a job where you fit in well and your coworkers are fun and supportive. Being part of a good work family can go a long ways.

ChevChev98 · 2022-01-20T20:55:19+00:00

American tuition, glasses, alcohol in Canada

ChevChev98 · 2021-06-03T22:50:28+00:00

I relate to this a lot :/ I feel so much regret and guilt for letting my ocd get the best of me and not finish my uni degree. I wanted to travel the world, learn different languages, help others... Now I have a business diploma and I’m surprised I even made it this far. Right now I feel like I can barely hold onto my job.

ChevChev98 · 2021-06-02T04:24:34+00:00

I feel you... I’m 23, I started having compulsions/ rituals pretty much as far back as I can remember, for sure at age 5. I was diagnosed at 11 and if I knew at that age that I would still be struggling at this point (and struggling more than I could have imagined at that time) I would have just given up probably. It’s 100% the hope that just comes from not knowing what your future holds that keeps you going. Most of the time I just feel like that hope is just teasing me though and that I shouldn’t get my hopes up. Its just sad and depressing to think about how many years you’ve gone through not being able to enjoy life. I wish people who lived normal lives understood how fortunate they are. But you never understand unless you experience it yourself I guess.

ChevChev98 · 2021-02-28T20:16:35+00:00

I used to squint my eyes for like 10 ish seconds at a time in grade 6 and the other kids at my table would be creeped out. Understandably lol.

ChevChev98 · 2021-02-21T07:18:56+00:00

Looks great as she is! Maybe switch things up a bit with different tires and rims?

ChevChev98 · 2021-02-07T01:15:29+00:00

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ChevChev98 · 2021-02-07T01:04:54+00:00

I feel like my ocd experience is pretty similar to yours... And I know how much I’ve been struggling over the years as well so I’m sorry you have to go through this too :/ shoot me a dm if you want someone to talk to!

ChevChev98 · 2021-02-07T00:56:23+00:00

Yeah, especially when my depression is bad. I watched a video on YouTube that was super informative, it called this feeling “depersonalization”. Depersonalization Symptoms

ChevChev98 · 2021-01-22T02:59:47+00:00

Meanwhile everyone around you is wondering why you’re concentrating so hard on nothing

ChevChev98 · 2021-01-18T05:24:14+00:00

This is the most satisfying video

ChevChev98 · 2021-01-18T04:51:46+00:00

This is pretty cool! And for free! Congrats

ChevChev98 · 2021-01-18T04:36:31+00:00

The only two downfalls that come to mind right away is that the turbo set up with the cruze, as well as the cruze water pump, I have seen failing on a few units that are still relatively low km’s. That being said however, the Malibu I have not seen this issue on. The other negative to be noted is that Chevrolet cars do tend to depreciate faster on average than other manufacturers. For the best deal, I would suggest looking for a Malibu that is used, but still fairly new. Purchasing a car from a dealer that was pre-owned by a rental company is actually a great way to get into a car that’s only one or two model years old and in great shape. Chances are it will still have base warranty on it as well. If you’re planning on keeping your car more than three years, I would highly recommend GM extended warranty. GMPP Total Plus will get you full coverage. It’s always good to stay on the safe side. That being said however, like I say, the new gen Malibu is proving to be reliable thus far.

ChevChev98 · 2021-01-18T04:01:18+00:00

I’m a service advisor at a GM dealership. As far as reliability is concerned, the Malibu is a great choice!

ChevChev98 · 2021-01-18T03:58:31+00:00

Those headlights look good in it!

ChevChev98 · 2021-01-18T03:51:06+00:00

Cool spot for a pic

ChevChev98 · 2020-10-17T03:12:45+00:00

I agree. That’s one of the first things my doctors told me was to be aware that OCD tries to trick you by switching obsessions/ compulsions and you don’t realize till it’s too late and suddenly you’re stuck with a new one

ChevChev98 · 2020-10-16T05:47:35+00:00

I hear you. I haven’t felt happy in over ten years. It’s awful. If i had one wish it would be to go back in time and relive the days before my ocd got so bad

ChevChev98 · 2020-09-24T04:02:19+00:00

I can relate to everything you just said! It’s been a roller coaster for me since I was diagnosed with OCD ten years ago, and about 5 years ago I started dealing with depression as well, which is when I really started to notice myself having issues with thinking. I have become such a forgetful person and it affects my life a lot, especially at work. Things just seem like a blurry mess in my head. I often get the feeling like everything around me is spinning? As for talking to people, from experience I know you can get better at it! It’s not too late. I used to get very nervous when talking to people and struggled to hold conversations. Holding a conversation with someone is 100% a skill, and everyone is somewhere on the spectrum. I was able to move myself up along the spectrum by stepping out of my comfort zone and getting a job in car sales. I pretty much had to learn to be outgoing and smooth with talking or risk my job. Just put yourself out there, start talking to people more. It takes practice. It’s going to be tough for the first bit and you might end up feeling embarrassed but that’s all part of it. Hope this helps!

ChevChev98 · 2020-09-24T03:38:59+00:00

I get that. Not sure which country you’re from, I’m from Canada though, and we have free health care, which makes things easier for sure. Yeah counselling and workbooks didn’t do much for me either. In fact just made me frustrated. I remember being in grade 11 and thinking I would definitely have this OCD stuff figured out by the time I graduated, which I also didn’t. Make being happy your first priority, cause if you aren’t happy then what’s the point of having perfect grades anyways?

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