how does it…
I’m paralyzed by inaction.
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This, omg, so much
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My interpersonal skills have diminished tremendously. I feel I’ve basically had to relearn social skills since my first psychotic break. It’s really affected my ability to have friends or a girlfriend, and even find a job
I developed ocd to deal with the stress from the schizophrenia, and now I am consumed with rituals.
Things sucked before now they do after. I see little difference.
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@Joker very true
I’m always afraid. I’m afraid of practically everything. I’m paralyzed by fear.
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Lack of consistency and stability. No drive, initiation, or motivation. I’m super sensitive to meds and med changes.
Just persistent thought of being followed making me kind of a shut in
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The fear and guilt is difficult to live with. It isnt about peripheral things, but it touches the core of my being. Im okay-ish today though. 
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@anon73478309…what has made you okish…im messed up and curious how toget better
Im sorry you are struggling.
I dont really know what to say to help. I saw you tried meds and cbt to no avail. Do keep hope though, things can improve for you.
For me: i still have scary thoughts going through my mind in fluctuating intensity. Sometimes that freaks me out. Today i ignored them and focused on positive, social and active stuff. I managed to just see my thoughts as random stuff drifting by on the background this afternoon and evening. I will reflect a bit on what helps me cope at times. I’ll come back to you.
Im not perfectly recovered, im not free of delusions, i dont really have big wisdom to offer, but perhaps something helps you.
Some ideas in response to your question & other topic. If meds and cbt dont work, you might try:
- Neurofeedback. I didnt like it because it had similar side effects to meds, but it did take away delusions and fears in a few sessions.
My mind was quiet all of a sudden. Some research was done, but it is still a little unproven. But if you are desperate… - Emdr, if there is trauma causing your issues. It has proven results for both scary past experiences and scary ideas about the future.
- For me it helped most to learn to recognize my thoughts and feelings and express them and regulate them (work in progress). And to reflect on what triggers them. I taught myself, but there are things like mentalisation based treatment.
- Some people here do mindfulness.
- Having positive goals and daily activities helped me tremendously. In my case: a son, a few people i love (family & new friends, i lost all but 1 old “friends”), volunteering, work. It puts my focus outside myself.
Over the years i seem to learn to bear my emotions and understand my symptoms slightly better. It takes time. And i still have issues…
Perhaps your pdoc has more ideas…
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I have trouble concentrating and following a specific train of thought. I am paranoid and have trouble going out in public and being around people.
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