Madeline Weinstein Instagram – #worldmentalhealthday
I’ve struggled with bad anxiety on and off since right after my freshman year of college. And in the past few years, I realized that I specifically had OCD—and that OCD looks very different for most people than what popular culture would have one believe. Learning more about OCD was incredibly helpful in understanding my brain and the state of, honestly, kind of mental anguish I would find myself stuck in for days or weeks. Things that have helped: 1. Therapy! I’m so privileged to have good insurance that allows me to access affordable, great therapy, which is absolutely ridiculous. (Hi universal healthcare!) But if you are able to access mental health services, do! And if you’ve tried therapy but thought “meh,” I’d recommend trying a different provider before throwing the whole thing out. Amy was the fourth therapist I saw, and it was a drastically different experience. Find someone who’s right for you. 2. Talking to friends who have similar mental health struggles! A close friend actually helped me realize I have OCD, and her generosity and openness helped me to discuss my own mental health struggles more honestly than I ever had. It was so freeing. I love you and am very grateful to you @lidabee21 . 3. Journaling. A lot of times my anxiety appears when I’m suppressing other emotions, so sitting with what I’m feeling is super helpful for preventing that. 4. Being in nature, reading, taking walks, yoga, playing music… stuff that I enjoy and makes me feel present in the moment. 5. Watching Survivor. No explanation needed. (Hi, I know, I’m obsessed. But like literally one of the best parts of being obsessive is I can think about Survivor for like… a really long time.) ❤️❤️ to everyone, especially if you are battling a mental health struggle that feels unwinnable. I’m so sorry you have to deal with that, and I believe in you and times of joy and peace ahead! | Posted on 11/Oct/2020 04:18:52
