In June 2016, I reluctantly made the decision to start taking medication for my OCD. Of course this is something that I’ve openly discussed throughout my mental health related posts, but I haven’t actually talked about the reasons why I left it for so long. So, for today’s post, I wanted to talk a little … Continue reading Why Medication Was the Best Decision I Ever Made
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Anxious Ramblings | A Journal
I'm struggling this week (yes, I'm aware it's only Monday). I have no idea why, but all I know is I'm getting fed up with it. I can't eat, I can't get on with my day, and I'm exhausted. I'm literally writing this on my lunch break because I physically can't face the thought of … Continue reading Anxious Ramblings | A Journal
2 Years
This week is my discharge-iversary. Is that a thing? Probably not. But two years ago, on the 17th March 2017, I had my final CBT session to date. To most, it probably wouldn’t be considered a big deal, and to some of you reading, it probably wouldn’t be either. But at the time, I had … Continue reading 2 Years
OCD Week of Action 2019
The 18th to 24th February is OCD Week of Action. It's all about committing to do just one simple thing that will help make a difference to those suffering with OCD. As I mentioned in a previous post, there's a lot of stigma surrounding mental health issues, and OCD is no exception. While more awareness … Continue reading OCD Week of Action 2019
Let’s Talk About Mental Health
Thursday 7th February is Time to Talk Day. If you don’t know what that is, let me inform you. Time to Talk Day was started by Time to Change, the mental health campaign. Their aim is a simple one: to get more people talking about mental health. One in four of us are affected by … Continue reading Let’s Talk About Mental Health
My Top 5 Best Hand Creams for the Constant Hand-Washers
It's no secret that I was my hands A LOT. Just one of the many joys of having OCD. While I don't do any good for avoiding stereotypes, contamination is a big deal for me and it's the main component of my OCD. My hands are often dry and generally gross looking as a result … Continue reading My Top 5 Best Hand Creams for the Constant Hand-Washers
