Sylvia Plath once wrote, “I saw my life branching out before me like the green fig tree in the story…I wanted each and every one of them, but choosing one meant losing all the rest.” These words have echoed in my mind for as long as I can remember, resonating deeply with the struggle I’ve […]
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In an era dominated by digital platforms, TikTok has emerged as a cultural phenomenon, captivating audiences with its short-form videos and creative content. However, for individuals navigating the complexities of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), the world of TikTok can present unique challenges. In this exploration, we delve into the ways TikTok can influence and intersect with
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Exploring the intricate realms where faith and mental health intersect, let’s delve into the nuances of Religious Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, commonly known as Religious OCD or Scrupulosity. In this journey, we aim to unravel the layers of this often misunderstood aspect of OCD, shedding light on its impact and avenues for support. Understanding Religious OCD: Unraveling
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Deja vu—a term that evokes a sense of wonder and mystery. It’s that uncanny feeling of experiencing a moment in time as if you’ve lived it before, even though you know you haven’t. Deja vu has fascinated researchers, psychologists, and curious minds for decades. While it remains a puzzle without a definitive solution, numerous theories
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Have you ever experienced the sensation of your mind resembling a traffic jam? Thoughts piling up, honking for attention, and causing gridlock—it’s a feeling I’ve often encountered due to my struggle with OCD. What often goes unnoticed, though, is how OCD profoundly affects executive functioning, the behind-the-scenes cognitive process that governs how we tackle life’s
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For most of my life, I’ve waited on others to agree to go traveling with me. I’ve always been way too afraid to travel completely by myself in a location where I didn’t know anyone or have school waiting for me. Friends with the best intentions will agree, get excited, and start planning the trip
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My father had a stroke three months ago, leaving him needing 24/7 hour care and assistance. His right side was affected and he currently cannot walk without assistance. He fell a few times at the rehab facilities, which made us worried when he was discharged to come home. (Note: I’ll be writing soon about how
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If you’re like, you ended up deleting the TikTok app a while ago because it was too addicting. The algorithm is really great at getting you hooked — and wasting hours of your day. After deleting it from my phone, I was doing well in decreasing my screen time. It was also becoming entangled with
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Before it happened, I had terrible OCD around getting fired. I had just gotten a promotion to a completely new role and my boss, who had usually been very supportive, quickly started pulling back. I was anxious every day that they would fire me. So I did compulsion after compulsion every time the thought came
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Pure O OCD is a tricky concept to understand. It wasn’t until my therapist pointed it out that I realized I suffer from it. I have my more obvious compulsions that include ritual checking or touching, but I didn’t understand that I have mental compulsions as well. I thought compulsions were only the visible things
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