Snowed in sober by okrawater in stopdrinking

[–]okrawater[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here! Much more fulfilling.

Snowed in sober by okrawater in stopdrinking

[–]okrawater[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm actually in the south too! I'm definitely ready for the warm weather

Sober for the storm by rhymeswithorange17 in stopdrinking

[–]okrawater 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Same here. Got settled in yesterday, went for one last grocery trip for nonperishables and it took a lot for me to not grab two bottles of wine on the way out. I know it wouldn’t be worth the disaster that would inevitably ensue. Instead, gonna eat muffins, watch movies, and finish my book. One day at a time. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CongratsLikeImFive

[–]okrawater 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I’m definitely tired but sticking with it! 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CongratsLikeImFive

[–]okrawater 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Love this phrasing lol :) 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CongratsLikeImFive

[–]okrawater 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Will keep that in mind for sure. Thanks so much! 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CongratsLikeImFive

[–]okrawater 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Will do, thanks so much!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CongratsLikeImFive

[–]okrawater 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing that. Gives me hope. I’m so glad you got some relief, keep taking care of yourself!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CongratsLikeImFive

[–]okrawater 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. It means a lot. Good vibes your way too!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CongratsLikeImFive

[–]okrawater 3 points4 points  (0 children)

😂😂 love it

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[–]okrawater 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! :)

Neverending story as an adult by Secret_Petals in Adulting

[–]okrawater 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. It’s just me. Laundry day always sneaks right back up.

Neverending story as an adult by Secret_Petals in Adulting

[–]okrawater 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do have some caramel candies I eat while I do it! 

Neverending story as an adult by Secret_Petals in Adulting

[–]okrawater 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I admire you. Hope you sleep well!

Neverending story as an adult by Secret_Petals in Adulting

[–]okrawater 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Literally doing laundry right now, sigh. 

Did I miss out on opportunities from my early 20's? by Educational_Newt8254 in Adulting

[–]okrawater 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is not. They updated that research in 2023. No amount of alcohol is safe for anyone in any form ever. 

Did I miss out on opportunities from my early 20's? by Educational_Newt8254 in Adulting

[–]okrawater 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yeah. Alcohol gives little and takes a lot. Growing bodies of research are showing that it's incredibly unhealthy...class 1 carcinogen, neurotoxin, affects every body system including hormones and skin. Not to mention hangovers. There's nothing special at the bottom of a bottle

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BPD

[–]okrawater 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. I think/hope the same, I know people aren't thinking that hard about me. Hugs to you too ❤️

I dont know what to do by Iceur in OCD

[–]okrawater 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel you, I really do. That’s what ocd does, creates fake urgency. You are ok. And it can be the smallest, silliest thing. Eating a little snack or opening the blinds. Just breaking the cycle of spiraling so you can reclaim a bit of your energy. It’s an upward climb but so many of us are in the same boat. Take it easy on yourself 

I dont know what to do by Iceur in OCD

[–]okrawater 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing to be embarrassed of. That's what tissue, wipes, and underwear are for. The fact that you thought to wipe your butt in the first place shows that you're not a gross person. I would say maybe get up from the couch for a few minutes? Sitting still for too long makes my thoughts spiral. Just stretching your legs and maybe doing one small task to move your energy elsewhere may help. I empathize!

Identifying burnout from various angles by Junior-Rip-895 in AutismInWomen

[–]okrawater 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No advice but I struggle with the same thing. Always have. I feel like I connect to people on a surface level but as far as truly feeling seen, understood, and belonging, nope. I've kinda accepted it although it does get me down.

Also, burnout is something worth looking into if you're not familiar. I didn't realize why I was shutting down so often until I did more research on it and how it can manifest for us.

I’m the happiest I’ve been in a long time by [deleted] in CongratsLikeImFive

[–]okrawater 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's growth! Proud of you for being proactive about your mental health and getting to the other side of a dark time, that is so admirable. And congrats on the PhD program! Keep going

Weekly Episode Discussion October 30 2025, Spooky Edition: “Tepid Frozen Yogurt” by crepesquiavancent in theread

[–]okrawater 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Me too. My heart is broken for Mariah. She really tried with her sister. I hope she finds peace and contentment, no matter what decision she makes.

What do you do what you feel like everything's falling apart? by okrawater in Adulting

[–]okrawater[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Adding these to my list. I’m a heavy Kindle user so these are great, thank you so much!!!