I’m the first one to admit that OCD can take over your life. It’s not the ideal scenario, but unfortunately it seems to be the result of living with OCD and allowing it to go unchecked without either receiving care or taking action against the OCD.
Mental Health & the Gospel Lesson
This last Sunday, I gave a lesson to the adults in our ward/congregation about “Mental Health and the Gospel.” As a relatively new Relief Society President, I have seen the prevalence of mental health issues in our congregation and also the hesitance with which they are discussed. I recommended to the Bishopric that we have a…
Everyday Thursday
Sometimes I feel completely overwhelmed when I start writing an “Everyday Thursday” post and simply don’t know what to say or where to begin. Most times, actually, that is the case, and today is no exception. First of all, I want to say “thanks” for not abandoning the blog over the holiday break. Truth be told,…
A New Year
I love a new year. I love new calendars and planners (this is not an exaggeration—I got two new calendars plus a planner for Christmas). I love taking time to set goals and reprioritize. I’m not so much a fan of the freezing weather that usually accompanies January, but ah well. Mostly I stay inside…
Why I’m Weaning Off My Meds
Someone I respect in the OCD community commented with a question lately asking me why I decided to wean off my medication. That question struck me. Why? Why am I doing it? Why risk it? I still have obsessions and still engage in compulsions through surely I have made significant progress in regaining my life.…