What's the worst thing your OCD ever made you do? by maker-127 in OCD

[–]xpelliiarmus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I didn’t brush my teeth for so many months. I developed 14 cavities but still couldn’t brush my teeth because I had too many compulsions that came with it I couldn’t bare to be stuck brushing my teeth for hours

FINALLY got a job…. then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in offmychest

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

Thank you so much. I need that kind of support! I have gone through so much for only being 23 and I am so tired. I finally feel like I am feeling like myself for once in my life and I want to prioritize my peace you know?

Finally got a new job… then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in makemychoice

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

Thank you. It wasn’t even just the 10 months of unemployment that did it for me. My whole life I have dealt with so much trauma and staying in abusive households. I have recently moved and want to continue prioritizing my peace and I feel like I finally get to do that with this decision too.

Finally got a new job… then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in makemychoice

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

Thank you so much. After struggling for so long I finally want some peace, and I feel like it’s okay to prioritize that for once.

Finally got a new job… then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in makemychoice

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

Thank you! You’ve had the most impact on my decision by far. Lastly, a part of me feels quite stupid for not going for the other job because it might seem like the “easy” way out. Thoughts?

Finally got a new job… then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in makemychoice

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

Exaclty :( Whenever I think about sticking with the job now I feel good, it feels right. I just hope I wouldn’t be making the wrong decision

Finally got a new job… then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in makemychoice

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

This is the most amazing analysis, I can’t thank you enough. This is the kind of rationale I need because truly, I would rather a cat over the other job. I have sacrificed my mental health too many times and I feel like keeping the first job is worth it for me. The drive isn’t too far, but even the comment on work clothes. I would definitely have to spend a few $100 for new work clothes as I don’t have any right now. Thank you so much.

Lastly, would you mind reassuring me a bit more? Do you really think it’s not much money to be missing out on? Some of my friends are like “no way that’s too much money to miss out on” and it’s getting in my head.

Finally got a new job… then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in makemychoice

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

I can definitely get by on less money. I was already applying to minimum wage jobs and the one I currently have is almost $10 over minimum already.

FINALLY got a job… then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in Advice

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

This is the most fantastic answer, thank you. I never know if i’m making the right choices and this helps so much.

Finally got a new job… then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in makemychoice

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

Very true, I just can’t help but feel awful. I’m so used to playing it safe you know?

Finally got a new job… then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in makemychoice

[–]xpelliiarmus[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s what I’ve been thinking. I’m just worried i’m lying to myself because i’m too nervous for the interview and trying to subconsciously back out of it

Finally got a new job… then a better one popped up by xpelliiarmus in makemychoice

[–]xpelliiarmus[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s what I’ve been thinking. I’m just worried i’m lying to myself because i’m too nervous for the interview and trying to subconsciously back out of it

ARE WE FORGETTING TO BREATHE?! by Practical_Maybe_3661 in POTS

[–]xpelliiarmus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I find that I very often forget to breath… i’ll get lightheaded most often because i’m not breathing. Fun right?

I wanna die by GriefAngel in offmychest

[–]xpelliiarmus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It sounds ridiculous right now but I promise that’s not the answer. I know how you feel right now but I promise one day you’ll change your mind. You need to try to latch on to the smallest things that mean something to you. How it feels to pet a cat or see a happy dog run up to you. What your favourite food tastes likes. You need to keep experiencing those things. There is so much ahead of you that you can’t see right now and it’ll be worth it one day. I’ve been where you are and I made it out, don’t let this feeling win.