I love every inch of this. "Choose the nurturing, life-giving, self-compassionate action BEFORE you feel like you deserve it." Radical, rebellious, and gently wise. Thank you, Aly!
I’m so glad, Roshonna! I was cracking up while I wrote it realizing how ridiculous I can be. Sometimes humor and sarcasm can help us break out of those dark moments!
Those 3 steps are so clear and helpful. I’m learning more and more about OCD and seeing so many overlaps with the anxiety work I do personally and with my 11-year old!
I’m glad you found the tips helpful! Yes, I’ve noticed so many of the tools I’ve learned in OCD recovery can be helpful for general anxiety, depression, and just those hard/overwhelming moments.
This was so good, Aly.
Really enjoyed this, Aly! Thanks for sharing!
I love every inch of this. "Choose the nurturing, life-giving, self-compassionate action BEFORE you feel like you deserve it." Radical, rebellious, and gently wise. Thank you, Aly!
Thank you!
This post made me smile and provided some much-needed levity for my own mind. Thanks for sharing!
I’m so glad, Roshonna! I was cracking up while I wrote it realizing how ridiculous I can be. Sometimes humor and sarcasm can help us break out of those dark moments!
Those 3 steps are so clear and helpful. I’m learning more and more about OCD and seeing so many overlaps with the anxiety work I do personally and with my 11-year old!
I’m glad you found the tips helpful! Yes, I’ve noticed so many of the tools I’ve learned in OCD recovery can be helpful for general anxiety, depression, and just those hard/overwhelming moments.
"Act as if you don’t feel shitty." Yes!
Sounds simple, right? Hard to actually do, but so powerful 💛