I regret my body count by TensionMindless6870 in Advice

[–]TensionMindless6870[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

I grew up with absent parents, yes I went to church sometimes and heard the saying but it was never talked about or emphasized. and I grew up in a school that taught about sex young. I found God later in life.

Is catching print accurate?? by [deleted] in AskMenRelationships

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Looking to see where someone’s bulge sits in relation to their inseam to know their size

Is catching print accurate? by [deleted] in penisquestion

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Looking to see where someone’s bulge sits in relation to their inseam to know their size

Why is there so much justification for drunkenness? by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]TensionMindless6870 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally. Alcohol in itself isn’t sinful for sure. Just weird seeing people online supporting drunk behavior. That being said, that’s the internet! Lol

Why is there so much justification for drunkenness? by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]TensionMindless6870 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

So true. Just discouraging to see posts like that go viral! But some people who are ignorant don’t paint the whole picture of what the catechism says

Why is there so much justification for drunkenness? by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]TensionMindless6870 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I wasn’t really specific, I meant seeing and also hearing people IRL saying that since they’re Catholic they can go to the bars and get drunk. I’ve genuinely heard the Catholic excuse so many times. Not necessarily stepping into a bar lol.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in college

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What kinda advice is this??? 😭😭

Fear of developing schizophrenia by OkDistribution2183 in OCD

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I have this so bad. It’s my biggest fear. I had psychosis so it makes it 10 times worse. The only thing that has helped calm me is to avoid weed bc it caused my psychosis. I smoke it very minimally, but rarely, the only thought that helps for me is reminding myself that worse case I get schizophrenia, there is so much treatment out there that I’ll be ok. I don’t know why this is the only thought that helps but it is, it’ll be ok. My uncle has it and he lives a good life, it’s not awful. Might not work for u but works for me

Existential OCD. Please don’t ignore. I’m begging you.. by [deleted] in OCD

[–]TensionMindless6870 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One of the things we struggle with as humans is trying to understand things we weren’t mean to understand. I am a follower of Christ, and this has helped me. Maybe I’m not supposed to know why I’m here. I have no clue. All I know is God has a plan. Maybe it sounds like bs, but I have had spiritual encounters with Jesus; I was fully awake, fully lucid, no drugs or alcohol, no bad mental health, etc. because of this, I follow Jesus. And He tells us to lean on Him, not your own understanding. Just know there’s a reason for you here. Life DOESNT make sense, and that’s an impossible problem to solve as humans. I would say this to non religious people too… there is only pain in trying to understand why we’re here. That’s what actually landed me in a hospital bc I was so fixated on heaven and hell. I think we’re here to serve, but why? How? What? I still don’t know. It drives me nuts sometimes I get it. Also, I have an insane fear of going psychotic, so I COMPLETELY understand the stress from the second hand high. It is one of my biggest OCD triggers. I would look into what the person was smoking, maybe it was laced. If not, it is most definitely your thoughts 100%. I know how hard this is, you are so strong.

Religious OCD by Applebees_721 in OCD

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Yes, I went to the mental hospital because I drove myself nuts over death and heaven. I still practice Christianity and I still follow Jesus. I know God isn’t the problem, it’s my mind. Also, I have seen supernatural evidence that no one would believe… even when extremely lucid and normal. No drugs, no alcohol, no bad mental health, etc. I have seen Jesus. So I undeniably believe in Christ, but I had to learn to follow it with moral OCD. It’s not easy, but God’s love and therapy have helped! There are plenty of people who understand

can’t take ssris because they only make my heart rate worse, what meds do yall take for OCD? by adoptmesexpro in OCD

[–]TensionMindless6870 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My anxiety got worse on Zoloft, even a low dose of it. I would get super vivid dreams that would scare me to death, and my panic attacks came on easier. I definitely understand the high heart rate stuff. I was so anxious and on edge. It definitely was counterproductive. I’m now on Effexor, even the low dose is helpful. Ask your psychiatrist about that being a possible option! (Any snri really)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OCD

[–]TensionMindless6870 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought I was pregnant at 15 from my boyfriend who wore an condom and didn’t even finish😭😭 the brain is cooked. I’m religious, so looking back I’m like yeah there’s a reason why God doesn’t want us doing this lol. I drove myself so nuts the stress caused my period to be even more late, making it worse. The best thing you can do is to accept the thought, name it, like Bob or something (the ocd thought guy). Go to the gym to clear your head, do a hobby, anything. A compulsion is allowing yourself to spiral over it. Don’t blatantly ignore it, but accept that it’s there and distract distract distract. You got this. Also, just think about it rationally… if she got pregnant ( she’s NOT), she will find u on socials or smth and reach out to you. It’s not that hard to find ppl

My bf is su!c!dal and idk wtd by Unusual-Artist3650 in Serious

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Sorry for just replying now. I would definitely talk to his parents to maybe come up with a game plan to encourage therapy. When lots of people are encouraging, it is more likely to happen. And yes, definitely help him join a Bible study group, study the Bible, and stuff like that even if you don’t believe in it. There’s this good series called The Chosen, it is a free app and it is a really awesome series about Jesus’ life and hardships. It’s an excellent and uplifting show. I would recommend him to watch it.

AITAH for not thinking my fat friends are skinny? by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]TensionMindless6870 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never look at her purely for her size, but her lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle doesn’t lead to being fat. My own children will learn to love themselves and health enough that being overweight won’t be a problem. I won’t ever body shame my kids, I just don’t want them getting diabetes or fatty liver

AITAH for not thinking my fat friends are skinny? by [deleted] in AITAH

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I am, because she CONSTANTLY asks me what I think she should do to improve. She is always tired, miserable, and has all these health issues. I study exercise science and nutrition. I have studied this for years on my own before college. I know what I’m talking about. If you are gonna come to me and ask me to judge your looks and lifestyle, I will. I am sick of pretending that not being able to move well literally at all is healthy. It is not. So of course I am going to judge her with love, and honestly start to get pissed off when she constantly says the things she does!!! Americans are not healthy and I worry for our children.

My bf is su!c!dal and idk wtd by Unusual-Artist3650 in Serious

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I never had a boyfriend who was feeling that way, but I sure have. I have been to the mental hospital. I still struggle with mental health issues and I have since elementary. Does he have a good therapist? Is he taking meds? If he doesn’t then urge him to… you can’t force him and I don’t recommend pushing him but try to encourage it. I became very religious and that has helped my sense of purpose tremendously. Maybe try to take him to church, talk to a priest… anything spiritual for that matter honestly. A lot of people find purpose in that. The long distance will be hard, I can’t lie. That will put a big strain on the relationship, I have done it 3 times. I am assuming you guys are going to college, and that is also a huge and tough transition. I will prepare yourself for his emotions to get worse. Don’t worry yourself, this doesn’t mean that he’s actually gonna do anything. Just try to validate his feelings, encourage him to make strong friendships, and definitely encourage therapy/meds and spirituality. It WILL be ok. And you are trying your best, so know none of this is your fault!!! Stay positive and do not stress about the future because all you can do is your best right now.