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Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

Hi, I have just joined. I have a few mental illnesses, but am especially interested in hearing if there are any diagnosed germophobes or people with hoarding disorder on these forums?

I don't know any germophobes in real life, and would be interested to know how any of you pre-Corona germophobes are doing. Can you find enough sanitiser? If not, what are you using instead? Has your germophobia gone sky-high in this pandemic? Do you find it less or more lonely now that nearly everyone is a self-confessed germophobe?

My germophobia is quite bad - I can't have anyone in my house, and need lots of sanitiser when I go out. E.g. I use it after leaving my house and before I get in the car; again before I touch the steering wheel, again after touching my purse, again before putting my seat belt on, etc. I am struggling to find enough sanitiser. If I run out, I was thinking about diluting some disinfectant and putting it into an old water bottle to take out with me. I had one really bad panic lasting 3 days that was debilitating, due to COVID-19, but after that thankfully my germophobia came back down to normal levels. I guess normal levels are not that great but at least I am used to them!

I am strangely finding it more lonely as a diagnosed germophobe now, and would really like to meet some other germophobes online and hear how you're going. At least I had a friend tell me that I was in a stronger position than him, during this health crisis, as he had trouble remembering to wash his hands, whereas I wash them a hundred times a day already!

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Hi dear @Anastasia 🙂

How did your CT scan go? And when do you get the results?

Your food inspiration was Wow! Especially the first two! So thoughtful 🙂 I really like adding baby spinach to things (when I used to cook, I mean) - it's so easy and yum and healthy too.

No, I didn't overdo it. And you're right, I made it to work, and it was really good to be able to work and socialise with everyone. Did me a lot of good. So your wishes worked

Im glad you've ordered a book, I hope it helps to maybe take your mind off your worries and relax...

Oooh, you have a wood fire! They're a lot of work but so lovely to sit in front of and stare into the flames (we had one growing up).

Today is a day at home and I'm planning to have brekky, go for a short walk and then lie down and rest /try to connect with myself again.

I read that your boy was bedridden yesterday 😞 I am sending wishes that today is a better day for him (and you).

Much 💚

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Hello dear @NatureLover

My ct scan was non eventful thank you. I was in and out in a jiffy. I go back to my specialist next Tuesday to learn if infection fine and the need for surgery or not.

I agree lol about the food, my mouth was watering whilst looking at them haha.

I am so pleased my wishes worked and you were able to get to work and that it proved to be "good medicine" for you. Winning all round NL, well done!

I didn't order the book yesterday I got waylaid, but will do it as soon as I have hit post on your message. I'm in my lunch break so will have just the right amount of time today ✔️

Yes my bf bought the wood fire a few weeks back. To lift our moods and honestly I think I've said countless times how it's the best gift ever. Every night we sit around it and talk. Plus we have to collect the wood pretty much daily so it gets me and my boy moving which is a big win too.

So good for the soul. I'll pop up a picture of it for you.

My boy is still bedridden today. I have a feeling it's from the depot. Had not considered that up until today. I have written it down to watch for next month and if it happens again get him to discuss with his Dr. It is really not ideal to be wiped out for days after. It is a week today.

It's glorious here, I am hoping it is for you too? I'll still send some extra sun because let's face it there can never be too much.

Love and hugs my friend 🤗💚💛🌻✔️☀️🌄🌞

Edit. Having trouble uploading photo sorry @NatureLover

Hello @Emelia8 it's so good to see you. Please visit again x

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Hello @NatureLover

It's late in the evening and just about to head to bed. A busy but productive day.

We had an online meeting with my boys support coordinator today and it was extremely productive.

My boy started a new support today, one that I set up months ago but he was scared to start, Woot woot so happy he finally took the plunge and he had so much fun and can't wait till next week. A massive push through with his self esteem and a big win. I am so proud of him.

I applied for a Tafe course. Long story but thanks to our GC training I stumbled across a scholarship opportunity for the course I am interested in. It's a long shot but I gave it my best shot. I should find out in October if I'm accepted.

My other son's doing ok. He's back to work tomorrow. He's looking for a rental, he's missing his friends dreadfully so I suggested he gets a place with them somewhere nice rather than stuck in this situation. He hasn't seen them for ten weeks and he's an extrovert. It's not good for his headspace. I'll miss him but it's in his best interest and that is what matters most.

In between all of that I worked. Tomorrow workwise is huge with back to back meetings so wanted to send you love and let you know you are in my thoughts.

You're quiet today, hopefully resting and recharging your batteries. I bought the book thanks to you and will read some over the weekend. I'm excited for that.

Leaving you some ☀️🌄🌞 and lots of 💚 and a ☕ for when you visit 💛

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Thanks so much dear @Anastasia for your two messages...was offline yesterday. Oh gosh re possible surgery for you - I hope it's not needed.

So pleased that the wood fire is a hit 🙂

How was your boy yesterday? I was sorry to read he'd been bedridden for a week after the depot 😞 But it sounds like he might have got up yesterday as he had the new support worker contact? So pleased it went so well!

Oh gosh, you don't find out till October about your Tafe course?

Your wishes sending the extra sun worked beautifully, yesterday was 23 and sunny and warm. I went for two walks. So thank you

Today you have a big day with meetings all day...hope that goes well.

Am really struggling today. Feel 'not all there' and it's hard to function. But wanted to pop in and answer your kind messages. thank you for all the care Sending 💚 back.

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Hello @NatureLover

I am sorry you are struggling. Here's some wishes from the Universe, hoping it might help 🙏

My tank is depleted will come back tomorrow. Love to you my friend x

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Hi @Anastasia , thanks for even posting when your tank was depleted

How can we fill your tank back up?

I know today is a work day and then you have the weekend...

I am hoping that your work day is kind to you today and doesn't place too much stress on you.

Yesterday was a bad day and I couldn't even go to work. Today feels a bit better. Thank you for your wishes

Sending you wishes for what you need to fill your tank back up...that this weekend provides some 'me' time and some energy. Sending warm hugs and 💚

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@NatureLover @Anastasia 💞

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Oh I am sorry to hear about yesterday @NatureLover. Thank you for popping in to update me. I am hoping today has been better for you? 🙏

I have had a massive two days with my boys NDIS supports leading to be BIG wins, an application to Tafe for me and work. Alas, it's Friday and I am signing off. I need to take a break from devices. I have had a headache for two days and didn't sleep well the last two nights. So planning not to be online over the weekend and will be leaving my phone in another room.

Time out is necessary as I feel a bit on a slippery slope of exhaustion.

No need to worry just letting you know that all x

I will keep you in my thoughts and hope for sun and happiness for you dear friend. Take care and love 🌞🌄💛🌻💚

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Hi @Anastasia , just leaving this post for you for Monday or whenever you are back...good on you for taking steps to have a break and look after yourself with the exhaustion and overload. 👋

I'm sorry you had a 2-day headache and 2 big stressful days. It's great about the wins with your boy's support though.

Yes, yesterday was better for me and I was able to go out to the shops. I got rolls and salad /veggies to go in them. Also bought some veggies and 2 Indian sauce mixes to try - bit ambitious as it's difficult to cook, but I hope to brave it on one of my better days. Yesterday morning was warm and windy and I even did a tiny bit of gardening just to be out in it, before the rain.

Thanks for letting me know you'll be taking a break, that way I won't worry. I will still be sending wishes. Thanks for hoping for sun and happiness, my dear friend. Sending much 💚 and hoping that this weekend can turn a corner for you for the better.

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Hello and hugs @NatureLover, just a flying visit as I have just finished Tafe and need to have a bit of down time prior to bed. I hope you are ok? You've been quiet too.

Sending you love and hoping I can catch you next time 🌄🌻💚🌞

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