Life task FAILS

[JessieV]

Hello all! I’m new here and am trying to find some support as I tackle OCD and create a healthier life. I’ve been struggling with something and I’m not sure why and was wondering if it sounded familiar to anyone else

I have found that I really struggle with everyday life tasks - from washing dishes to taking out the trash to taking a shower. Sometimes even putting lotion on my hands is too much. I’m not lazy. I’m just exhausted or overwhelmed or not sure where to start bc there are TOO many things I need to do or ... I don’t even know what. I don’t know what the problem is or why I’m like this! I hate it though. I feel like such a failure! Does anyone else experience this?? I think it goes beyond “get off your butt and stop being lazy” but maybe not. I’m just searching for answers as I try to create a healthier life! Thanks for any help and ideas you have!

[LuvSun]

I feel the same as you!

[JessieV in reply to LuvSun]

Thank you for letting me know I’m not alone. I hope we can both overcome this soon!

[DeathtoOCD]

the thing about OCD is that it is exhausting, that is what it does. And don't let it trick you in to thing that you are lazy, having OCD is "being lazy" it is a mental disorder and that is not about being lazy. And so you know before I got the help I needed everything was a monumental task, getting up and falling asleep, eating drink,using the bathroom, everyday tasks were next to impossible. It felt like there were so many things to do and not enough time to do it. It seems like it can be impossible to tackle it I know, but if you take it a piece at a time you will be amazed at what will happen. Also, if you can find an OCD therapist, they will help you find out what to do first and how to tackle it.

[JessieV in reply to DeathtoOCD]

Thank you so much! This was very encouraging to read. I don’t know how to explain how hard it is to people. I feel so terrible about myself. I don’t want to be this way but it’s so so hard! I’m so grateful for your compassionate words and encouragement. I do need to remember that taking it one thing at a time makes a difference!

[tk84]

i Feel the same

[JessieV in reply to tk84]

Thanks for letting me know I’m not alone!

[Bigbrighteyes96]

Hi JessieV, I totally know what you mean and where you are coming from. I have days when I feel so restless I can't sit still, but I don't where to begin with all the thoughts and things that my brain overloads me with telling me I need to get done.