How to minimize ASD obsessions

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This is such a ridiculous post, but I kind of need some advice on how to not be so obsessed with things. I know some people here say it's impossible to stop an autism obsession, but I just want to find out if there is any way to at least stop it partially. Basically, I have been posting here so much my arms are starting to get really sore and throb constantly (I said this was ridiculous ). I'm developing carpel tunnel syndrome and I might need surgery in the future if I don't take a break and rest my arms. Does anybody have any tips on how to at least minimize an obsession?

the counselor told me a mantra.

while this does not immediately, completely, permanently, or effortlessly work, it is better than nothing.

when i find myself thinking about obsessions from the distant past: social rejection, homophobia, $$, getting fired, flunking Structural Engineering, rape, and et cetera, i think to myself

"here and now".

in other words, it is not that those obsessions are bad or wrong. but it is that it would behoove me to put more emphasis on what is happening here and now. and less emphasis on what happened back then.

Lose the need. Or at least reduce it. That includes the need for comfort, predictability, and whatever need that defines as addiction or obsession -- assurance, the 'must know it/do it', etc...
Or try shifting your focus and energy to another. Which is tricky and jarring if done wrong because it requires major change.

Yet I'm very sure that certain needs cannot be dropped.



Maybe, try managing your time. Or make it a reward from a self-imposed challenge.

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I got nothing.

This is why I have a thread called WP Addicts Anonymous with 2049 pages.

No idea why geocaching is not more popular with ASD people:
-You can do it on your own, but you can also do it with friends. You don't need any social skills.
-You can do it wherever and wherever you want to.
-There are mystery caches where you can solve all sorts of riddles.
-It's about collecting.
-No multi-tasking necessary but instead real focus on the task.
-You don't have to be good at sports for most geocaches. And when you have to be, this is indicated by the T rating.
-It has a clear goal and you will usually be very satisfied.
-It makes you more mindful (in my opinion) because you will have to pay attention to your environment. You will notice things you have never noticed before.

My tennis instructor said it's important to have a balance between the indoor life and the outdoor life. Get outside and take a break every so often. It will make you feel better.

My biggest problem when working on the computer was eyestrain. It was particularly bad before I got my new glasses. My eyes would tear up so bad I could hardly see straight and I got bad headaches. Taking a rest still helps me a lot, since I read and type on the computer quite a bit.

I've been working on computers for almost 40 years. Constant, constant typing. I never developed carpal tunnel syndrome; perhaps I can count myself fortunate?

Yep....I agree. If it's a nice day, why not go for a walk?

But I don't think being on WP is really unhealthy. I think it's actually teaching you things.

A heck of a lot better than being obsessed with Grand Theft Auto or something of that ilk.

Yep , My names Ferris and I'm an addict. I hoping that I'll be able to curb it once I've had an assessment.