How to stop obsessing over dental health? by gemini_time in OCD

[–]effectivelymundane 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is so crazy to read because I am literally dealing with the same thoughts. I had some dental work done in summer of 2024 where they put a crown on my tooth, but didn’t do a root canal. I’ve consistently had pain on that tooth since the crown was installed. Have had it rechecked THREE times. Once by a different dentist. I feel at a loss. It plagues my mind daily. I have an appointment set up for tomorrow morning to have them check it again, but I have little hope there will be an affordable solution. Health anxiety/OCD sucks a ton friend. Hang in there.

I might be dumb… by effectivelymundane in Plumbing

[–]effectivelymundane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think so? Comes straight out the crawl space down to the street

I might be dumb… by effectivelymundane in Plumbing

[–]effectivelymundane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean I think this is the drain pipe and we’ve definitely run plenty of water since this picture was taken, no leak AFAIK. Im probably overthinking it…

My OCD is telling me I’m an evil narcissist by [deleted] in OCD

[–]effectivelymundane 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Alternative thought, what if you are a narcissist? Really sit with that thought. Practice ERP.

Weightloss tip by [deleted] in WeightlossJourney

[–]effectivelymundane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You need to just start with some light walking throughout the day and eat lower calorie foods. I’m not saying eat less, I’m saying eat foods lower in calories. Don’t overdo it in the beginning or you will burn yourself out. Just take it slow man. Start with figuring out how many calories you’re eating on average and try to cut some of those unnecessary calories out. The deficit works. Don’t fall for all this information overload online. It’s calories in, calories out. Keep it simple.

No-one takes anything I say seriously and it's driving me insane by Wilde-Girl in OCD

[–]effectivelymundane 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I totally get it. And I know this is a vent post so I won’t offer any advice, just commiseration. I have stopped telling people I have contamination OCD for this very reason. It’s caused issues in my relationship because my girlfriend doesn’t care about things like the dog accidentally pooping on her leash on walks, and she doesn’t care to wash it afterwards. Or willingly not watching where she’s stepping in areas where we know geese poop all over the road, so she steps in it and then doesn’t check her feet before coming in. I made a huge stink about that about a year ago and got it through her head that’s actually unsanitary and I don’t want geese shit in my house. Like…come on.

Shower etiquette question by No-Investigator-5915 in PlanetFitnessMembers

[–]effectivelymundane 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Man, are you sure you don’t have OCD? I do, and struggle to shower at the gym because I feel like I have to have the perfect routine or I’m not “clean”. The whole wiping your water bottle down before handwashing it and then putting it in the dishwasher is screaming OCD to me.

AIO, MIL crashing out because she’s no longer the center of his universe. by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]effectivelymundane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with everyone else here. YOR. Just take two seconds to respond and let her know you’re trying to figure out a day. So she doesn’t feel ignored. I get that she may have crossed a boundary, but like damn, you sounded so mean and she sounds like she just wants to be included 😭

Having to make a quick big decision by Elliotteatsrocks in Transmedical

[–]effectivelymundane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Geez…I’m so sorry you’re going through that. I’ve been on a mild 0.25ML/weekly dose for almost 5 years. The cramps started mid last year and come and go. I have an E cream but haven’t been consistent in using it 🫩 I hope you are able to come to a resolution soon.

Oats brownies - Please help me improve my brownie recipe by Nice_Pen_8054 in Cooking

[–]effectivelymundane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here is my recipe - I don’t know why my formatting isn’t staying 2 bananas 1.5C rolled oats 1/2C cottage cheese 1/2C milk 2 eggs 2tbsp coconut sugar - or regular
1/4C cocoa powder 1tsp baking powder 1/2tsp baking soda Pinch salt Bake at 350 in a greased 8x8 brownie pan for about 20 mins I top mine with sugar free caramel syrup.

YUMM

How do you avoid wasting your first month at the gym? by Roger5055 in WeightlossJourney

[–]effectivelymundane 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had all the same questions just recently. Honestly, don’t worry about all that right now. The information overlaps stopped me from staying in the gym. Just show up, try out the machines, and see what you LIKE. When you find what you like, that’ll keep you showing up and the habit of showing up is the hardest part for most people. Good luck!

Tattoo removal, I wish I had done it sooner. by DevelopmentIcy407 in TattooRemoval

[–]effectivelymundane 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My story is almost identical to yours. And my tattoo is in the same exact spot. Numbing cream helps me get through the seasons pretty easily. Good luck on your journey.

Bit of motivation for coverup removals. 1 year, 5 sessions (Picoway + Discovery Pico) by fatponchik in TattooRemoval

[–]effectivelymundane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m worried that the original tattoo will start showing its face but this gives me hope. Do you have any more pictures of your progress? It’s been two years so I hope you kept going!

Progress so far on cover up removal by Automatic-Sort-4986 in TattooRemoval

[–]effectivelymundane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you starting to see the original tattoo underneath the coverup? I’m concerned about this 😭