tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post6288574934171227956..comments2023-10-08T08:29:47.056-04:00Comments on Bringing along OCD . . . : A sample of a day with OCD and other anxietyUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-14066643998066317472013-01-29T22:14:10.597-05:002013-01-29T22:14:10.597-05:00Thank you, Madison. We're not alone. We need t...Thank you, Madison. We're not alone. We need to remember that.<br /><br />Thanks for reminding me that we can become stronger from the not-so-easy days.Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-10236950743517219812013-01-29T22:12:26.965-05:002013-01-29T22:12:26.965-05:00Elizabeth, I tend to check more when my anxiety is...Elizabeth, I tend to check more when my anxiety is high, too. Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-90425415595510163062013-01-29T20:59:33.236-05:002013-01-29T20:59:33.236-05:00Some days are easier than others, that's for s...Some days are easier than others, that's for sure. But, for those less than easier one's, we become stronger and better able to deal with the challenges. <br /><br />As far as IBS, I know how fustrating it can be. On those days when my anxiety is relentless, so is my IBS Let me know if you find something to help alleviate the symptoms, although I do know that everyone's are different. <br /><br />Tina, thank you for your opennesss, it helps to know that I am not alone and that we can get through the up's and down's. <br /><br />Madison:-) Sassy https://www.blogger.com/profile/12473560581723247919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-35626292832892781512013-01-29T20:54:32.380-05:002013-01-29T20:54:32.380-05:00Gosh, this post reminds me of my days.... same typ...Gosh, this post reminds me of my days.... same types of thoughts but different subjects. I have a lot of days where I have racing thoughts all day. Those are usually very check-ey days for me.<br /><br />Elizahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18279501398388972542noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-71688854591119440092013-01-29T16:43:21.870-05:002013-01-29T16:43:21.870-05:00Thanks, Krystal Lynn, I appreciate it. Yes, I am l...Thanks, Krystal Lynn, I appreciate it. Yes, I am like you. More than one stressful task or situation at a time makes me feel overwhelmed very quickly.Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-24961169092174617182013-01-29T16:42:00.539-05:002013-01-29T16:42:00.539-05:00You're welcome, Galen. I'm glad it was hel...You're welcome, Galen. I'm glad it was helpful. Thank you for reading and commenting.Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-57893392090148408402013-01-28T23:33:14.810-05:002013-01-28T23:33:14.810-05:00Pretty much everyday, though some are better than ...Pretty much everyday, though some are better than others. Never absent. I think for me, having more than one stressor is going to mean a higher level,of anxiety. I can pretty much handle worrying about one thing but add more than that to my plate and it can get crazy.happy for you and your paper..congrats.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16288842067954888301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-20754274413574073902013-01-28T22:32:44.966-05:002013-01-28T22:32:44.966-05:00That does sound like a tough day. My son has autis...That does sound like a tough day. My son has autism and OCD. The autism limits his communication skills so I can't always understand what he is struggling with. I appreciate your sharing your "typical day" because it gives me some insight into some of his behaviors and anxieties. Thank you.Galen Pearlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10189831838630645863noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-61846736477353145402013-01-28T21:23:55.524-05:002013-01-28T21:23:55.524-05:00Thanks, Sunny. I know there are many people who st...Thanks, Sunny. I know there are many people who struggle so much more than I do. I remember the days when OCD filled up just about every moment of the day, and it was a nightmare. I'm grateful that I'm in a place today where I can step back a bit and get a breather.Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-9559192511526527752013-01-28T17:28:10.996-05:002013-01-28T17:28:10.996-05:00Sounds like a rough (and I suspect, kind of typica...Sounds like a rough (and I suspect, kind of typical) OCD day. You know, I so admire all my fellow OCD sufferers for the way they (and you) keep on pushing through every day even though just day to day stuff is so difficult. Thanks for sharing. Hugs.71º & Sunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09981113989131619635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-17421968744094527652013-01-28T12:45:23.636-05:002013-01-28T12:45:23.636-05:00Thank you, Nadine, and you hang in there, too! I&#...Thank you, Nadine, and you hang in there, too! I'm sorry you're going through this. I'm glad that you do have tools available to help deal with the anxiety. I hope things settle down very soon for you.Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-23767975100654300902013-01-28T12:43:55.459-05:002013-01-28T12:43:55.459-05:00Thank you, Janet, I appreciate it. It actually was...Thank you, Janet, I appreciate it. It actually was a lovely day, despite the anxiety, when I think about the good things: I was with my husband for most of the day, he helped give me ideas about the newsletter, went with me to the dinner, where we enjoyed a great speaker, etc. The anxiety was unwelcome, and I wish I was more adept at this point at telling it to go away.Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-43862668809327775002013-01-28T12:41:05.417-05:002013-01-28T12:41:05.417-05:00Deanna, thank you. I am glad that you realize that...Deanna, thank you. I am glad that you realize that you're not alone. It helps me to remember that, too!<br /><br />I worry about my hair, too, and how I sound when I'm around strangers. So many things that we can worry about. Sometimes it wreaks havoc with my stomach, too.Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-74357977116724558092013-01-28T12:38:41.391-05:002013-01-28T12:38:41.391-05:00Lisa, Milk definitely bothers me, yogurt sometimes...Lisa, Milk definitely bothers me, yogurt sometimes. I am experimenting with cutting down on wheat, to see what that does.Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-91470430429389432402013-01-28T12:37:38.103-05:002013-01-28T12:37:38.103-05:00Thanks, Keith. There are so many things to be anxi...Thanks, Keith. There are so many things to be anxious about if we let them, aren't there?Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-74592505101019419332013-01-28T12:36:37.824-05:002013-01-28T12:36:37.824-05:00Middle Child, I appreciate your kind words.Middle Child, I appreciate your kind words.Tina Fariss Barbourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15659018994558471570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-12521049721922135952013-01-28T12:15:54.400-05:002013-01-28T12:15:54.400-05:00The short answer to your question: yep. Totally. I...The short answer to your question: yep. Totally. I'm going through a situation with a bully neighbor that has gotten totally out of hand (it's escalated to a legal battle), and the stress is getting to me. I'm having to use every tool I can think of (yoga, massage, etc.) to keep my anxiety levels at a reasonable level, and it's tough. Your situation, which seems to be about a lot of things converging at once, is something that also aggravates anxiety. Hang in there! Hopefully you'll get to the other side of this soon.Nadine Feldmanhttp://nadinefeldman.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-28361599719865061112013-01-28T10:33:17.672-05:002013-01-28T10:33:17.672-05:00I'm exhausted after reading your post, Tina! I...I'm exhausted after reading your post, Tina! I'm sorry anxiety was such a big part of that day, which without the anxiety, would probably have been a perfectly lovely day. Wish I could just take your anxiety away.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-84957762120352419442013-01-28T10:30:19.530-05:002013-01-28T10:30:19.530-05:00Good morning Tina:)
As I read your post I couldn&...Good morning Tina:)<br /><br />As I read your post I couldn't help but notice 'me' in some of it. As you know I can't relate to OCD with you, but I love to read your blog because I like the sharing and encouraging of the depression that we both suffer with.<br /><br />..... On that note, I can relate to the anxious thoughts of chapped lips and it is awful! I can relate to the jitters of standing before a crowd, awful! I stand there thinking... are my eye glasses straight? are my clothes crumpled ? does my voice sound crackled ? the worst one... my hair, my hair, my hair ??? and another one that is the worst for me... is my word usages, my extent of vocabulary - will they make me sound unintelligent ??? (because of the ECT treatment I've had, most of my short term memory has been regained- but stumbling for words that I need (and I know every one does this from time to time) .. but I am talking about every day common words- even people close to me their names and such sometimes. AND - this kind of worry, anxiety causes my stomach havoc and I must find a bathroom!!!!!<br /><br />As Always, I am so thankful to read what you write. I don't like the issues we face- I wish it wasn't so for you, but on the other side of the coin- it makes me feel that I am not alone after all!<br /><br />God Bless you:o)Deannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03350578149610084498noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-43234513656959870482013-01-28T10:11:09.884-05:002013-01-28T10:11:09.884-05:00IBS is so frustrating. The only time mine didn...IBS is so frustrating. The only time mine didn't affect me at all was when I was vegan. I strongly suspect dairy products are a big culprit for me.Lisa @ Two Bears Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03464839163693785901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-55431006402825039742013-01-28T08:28:57.483-05:002013-01-28T08:28:57.483-05:00Thanks for sharing this glimpse into your life. I ...Thanks for sharing this glimpse into your life. I always enjoy reading. Anxiety does follow me around at times...I tend to be a hypochondriac :)Optimistic Existentialisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11507986337866049924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6831964660986535542.post-51775915991513666542013-01-28T01:05:42.201-05:002013-01-28T01:05:42.201-05:00OCD must be so tiring. Your life sounds very busy...OCD must be so tiring. Your life sounds very busy. Add anxiety and.....well I wish I had advice for you. I do care. middle childhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09805863175279915034noreply@blogger.com