The repeated touching ritual to keep the cage door shut hits so hard, I wanna cry. There were so many times I’d lock and unlock doors, flip lights on and off, and count the breaths of sleeping family members, thinking it would stop something terrible from happening.
@@VeryRGOTI It's really difficult. But medication helps a lot. This video was kind of a "remember all those things that give you panic attacks? Here's a montage" lmao
I dont think I have it but I use to make like a rule to keep on like a ring my bf gave me or else something bad will happen between us or another one was like sleeping with a certain stuffed animal someone gave me or else something bad with them. I stopped doing that now but I guess it gave me comfort because I was pretty nervous back then
I love the fact that you actually go into more depth than just "Things being Neat." Especially 'cause OCD to me is mostly doing actions and repeating them until "satisfied," which is usually doing an action to a number. Lived this.
Do you have a perfect or favourite number, or is it random? Is there a pattern? Like even or uneven numbers? Sorry if my questions sound insensitive Edit: I can't reply to everyone at once, but thank you so much for the answers!!! It's cool (albeit a bit frightening at times) to peek into someone's head :] I hope everyone here can learn to cope and live healthily with their OCD without any issues ❤
@Twiddle_things For me personally, the numbers changed throughout the years. It used to be five, but it's fluctuated from four to twenty-one and so on. It sounds ridiculous, and that's because it is, and that's kind of the mindset that helps me personally. I'll be in the middle of a "ritual" and then think "Wait, this is stupid." And sometimes that's enough to cut it short. Not always though. Sometimes the ritual must be complete, but it's important not to beat yourself up about it.
@@Twiddle_things Like what MountainMan said,the numbers change. For me currently the number is 20, but because it's a "made-up" problem with 20 being the solution, I've become able to make up subtitute nunbers or eventually be able to change the meaning or the number to where now instead of 20, the number is 2. Alot of these things also start as genuine solutions to things: such as double checking that you have something or checking under the bed for monsters when young, but then they can evolve to become just an action that you do to a certain number or if you don't do it then you get extreme discomfort. This is getting kinda long but OCD is also very different for a lot of people and can encompass a whole lot of actions or things.
also! a good way to help your friends actually get through their compulsions is to, in fact, not help them continue the cycle and ignore it. for example, asking for reassurance; if you answer, it'll happen again and more often because your answer reinforced that it "worked." instead, you could remind them that it is a compulsion and talk about something else!! coming from someone with ocd :D
0:34 Pretty much I experience this whenever I have a decision stalemate but it will always eventually resolve itself with an external or internal factor that goes in favour of one option with the left hemisphere judge agreeing with it or it gets overridden by instructions from someone else that are interpreted as “absolute” that are given in the moment or in memory with absolute being a status for an instruction that should be followed with no suggested changes from you unless it’s overridden by something with higher priority like your safety! :)
I am truly happy that my characters resonate with you, @Spacey_Mad! Especially the OCD one, as it's not an easy condition to portray respectfully! Thank you very much for sharing. 💖
@@jecaparaiso5477hey not cool to just say that when no one asked for it, please keep your faith in its place and not in other peoples faces when they didn’t ask for it.
I'm sososos glad this had more then just "clean freak" because its exhausting to see miss representation. I also liked that you included an intrusive thought!! That made me really happy
I'm touched to hear that, @Vinzcafe! Offering more depth than just the classic stereotypes was important to me. Including intrusive thoughts was crucial in depicting the full scope of OCD cycles, and I'm delighted it resonated with you. Thank you so much for your support! 💖✌
Hi @yasmimdois2815, thank you so much for your comment! I am glad that this episode resonates with you and for sharing your wishes. I appreciate your honesty and wishing you all the best! ✌☘💖
@@PixiGags Thank you! Nowadays I am medicated so my life became so much better, OCD peaks now and there, but it´s not all the time nowadays, so I am feeling so much better 😺
fhe birdcage part was such a perfect illustration of the "don't complete compulsion -> bad thing happens" thought loop which is a form of ocd that goes so criminally underdiagnosed (50% of ocd cases are first misdiagnosed, usually as another anxiety disorder)
The thing with ocd ritual's is that we mostly DONT want to do them, but if we don't we'll die. We won't actually die, but our brain tells us we'll die and we're constantly stuck on the "what if my brain is right?" It's like you have to distrust yourself. You're constantly told you have to trust your gut or heart or whatever, but my gut is often wrong. My gut tells me I'll get sucked into a hole if I don't lean to the right when I pass a driveway on the left of the road. My gut is wrong and it only adds to my paranoia and trust issues. My girlfriend who's ADHD is very accepting of me. Idk what I'd do without her. She tells me she doesn't know what she'd do without me too either cus I help her with cleaning, but I'd do anything to make her happy because my brain tells me she hates me if she's sad. She doesn't hate me, we've been together for 10+ years and she's never told me anything too spiteful. We have arguments when our needs don't align, but by the end of these arguments we realize we were just trying to help the other in a way that didn't work for the other. She always tells me how beautiful I am even though I don't see it, since she's the most beautiful girl in the world.
If _The Aviator_ movie has taught me anything, washing hands in fear of getting germs to the point of avoid touching everything is realistically common for someone who struggled with OCD, like Howard Hughes. This explains why he keeps repeating his words _"The way of the future"._
Definitely. As someone with OCD whose obsessions and compulsions focus mainly on contamination (not germs really but a more vague sense of something being "unclean") I was nearing Hughes' behavior at my very worst. Repetition of certain words and phrases has also been a compulsion of mine. Luckily I've come a long way since then though! Now I only really wash my hands more than the average person and only when I'm at home. When I'm not home my mindset has shifted to "well you're already contaminated by virtue of going outside, may as well just stick with it until you get back."
OCD is more than just washing hands and repeating words. OCD doesn't even have to have physical compulsions. Please educate yourself about such a debilitating disorder by doing more than just watching a movie for entertainment.
I only recently got diagnosed with OCD, but people would often tell me when I told them I had suspicions (without self-diagnosing of course) that I may have it, they would often pass it off saying "wow, your room is so untidy, I don't think you have it." and since a lot of these people were domineering figures in my life, like my grandparents, for instance, it really felt that way. This video makes me so inexplicably happy and sad at the same time, because it reminds me I can't do anything without it being done a specific way, and that really gets annoying, but it also brings awareness that OCD ≠ Clean freak, or, at least not all the time.
Hi @Crayoyogenic, thank you for sharing your experience. I'm glad this video resonated with you and helped clarify that OCD isn’t just about being clean or tidy. Remember that intrusive thoughts aren’t real, and it's important to try to detach from them. When you feel the urge to engage in new compulsions, try to resist, as they can add up and consume a lot of your time. Most importantly, always remember to love and validate yourself. Wishing you all the best on your journey. 💖☘
As someone who’s been told OCD is why I have thoughts that are the opposite of my true self. I worry a lot about things I cannot control or expect and get frustrated when my doors not closed a certain way.
that definitely makes sense for ocd! a hallmark of ocd is that the thoughts are “egodystonic”, where they go against what you really believe or know to be true. you might understand on a logical level that your obsessions and compulsions are unreasonable, but anxiety drives you to do them anyways. i can relate to the obsessions and compulsions you’ve listed here, i’ve had plenty of similar ones. whether through therapy or medication, it can get better.
@@codeninja3295 Thanks I did this under an alt for some dumb reason lol Idk why I was too lazy to change but I just was. I use medication and therapy to help as I had to have someone tell me worrying 24/7 wasn't healthy and there was a way to answer my past pleas for a way to cool it down, ever since I've been feeling more confident and realized I saw myself the total opposite. I thought I was shy and introverted when I really love talking with people but do enjoy my down time.
First, I just want to say I am so very happy that you showed more sides to OCD than the more "sterotypical" or "popular" forms of it like the hand washing and making things symmetrical. While they can certainly be a part of OCD, OCD can be much more than just contamination and perfectionism. And in fact, plenty of people with OCD may not even have those kinds of compulsions, and can be messy, as their compulsions are something else entirely. Compulsions can also be mental, not just physical! So it can be hard to portray sometimes, as mental compulsions are invisible to others. (Counting numbers in your head, mental reviewing, ruminating, etc.) Another thing I would like to add is that I LOVE that you included showing OCD Cat's intrusive thoughts! Like with the germs and especially with the bird flying out the cage! What I often notice in mainstream representation for OCD is that they only show the compulsion side of it, but neglect showing the intrusive thoughts, which is WHY they do the compulsions in the first place. Adding intrusive thoughts into this helps give people an understanding of what OCD is like internally! Not just externally to the outside perspective of others. THANK YOU! I really appreciate that you added it! Lastly, I am just very glad that OCD Cat's fears/intrusive thoughts is more than just contamination and germs. At the scene where they have an intrusive thought where the cage might open and the bird flies away, her fear isn't about germs, but the safety of the bird! (that's how i interpreted it.) She was worried it will fly away and might become lost. This is a good way to show how OCD is more than just worrying about cleanliness and germs. The themes and worries of intrusive thoughts can be about ANYTHING. From harm, to identity, to religion, to morality, existentialism, memories, and more! Obviously, some of these worries may be too dark or scary to present in this video that has a more lighthearted tone, so i completely understand as to why some of these topics or fears aren't present. I'm just happy there is an intrusive thought that is not just fear of contamination included here! ^^ I also just really love the support and kindness ADHD cat and Autism cat showed to OCD cat. Their support and comfort is so sweet, and is honestly something those with ocd or suffering from upsetting intrusive thoughts need ^^
I like how the autistic cat was: -Speak (Possibly about the architecture of the birdcage) -Gauge friends' reactions to the situation -Assess the acceptable level of comfort to provide -Support Great job on this!
It's the same animation so it's a callback to that. Luca is amazing at animating, so if he wanted to convey a different thing, the animation would be different.
"A common mistakes artists make is not utilizing simple shapes enough. In this example, the artist sticks to using arcs for both the shape of the character and the different application of arcs for different poses."
I struggle with OCD and it is so exhausting and mentally draining, and also think I might have ADHD. These characters are so cute, and I love how they interact and care for one another like happy little friends! The end was really comforting. Your animations make me feel less alone, thank you ❤☺
Bruh, not the turning the lights on and off repeatedly like that 😭 Also really accurate depiction of OCD, words cannot describe how bothersome it sometimes can get.
The rythmatic touching is so relatable it caught me off guard. As a person who has OCD, thank you for making this! This is good video for me to show my friends and just people in general when the catch doing counting compulsions so I have to explain what hiving OCD is like. Very well done, I love your art style sm!
Hi @JuliePrice-e3m! I’m so glad the rhythm and details in the animation resonated with you! It’s great to hear that this video could be helpful for explaining OCD to others! Thank you so much for the kind words about my art style as well. 😺💖
@@PixiGags Thx so much for commenting, I actually had a heart attack when I opened my notifications to this. 💀 Anyways, Thank you so much! I'm glad you were able to read this! :)))
i have all three (asd, adhd and ocd) and your portrayal of them is sooo good and genuinely relatable. love your videos, thank you for making them and keep up the awesome work :3
Thank you very much, @not_anymore! I'm thrilled to hear that you found the portrayal of ASD, ADHD, and OCD relatable. Your support means a lot to me, and I'm grateful that you find my content genuinely relatable. I'll do my best to keep creating quality content. 💖✌☘
I have ASD and ADHD and it’s already rough for me to deal with. Having all three sounds like a nightmare. (Even though my ADHD has some OCD symptoms already) But it’s probably just a nightmare for me, and just life for you. But regardless, keep working hard soldier 👍
@@bing_crystal4831 believe me, it is in fact a nightmare. currently i'm at a point where i can barely leave the house without having a meltdown, hell, even moving around my own house is difficult due to the germaphobe part of ocd. but i am indeed working hard on getting through all this. that being said asd and adhd alone can already be quite awful too. but we've got this. stay strong soldier and good luck out there 💪
That cage part is so unbelievably real. It looks dumb and meaningless to people who don't struggle with OCD but to those who have it, it's torment. I only wish I had the support of friends as well when I was dealing with things like that
It's really hard for me to describe my rituals to people without OCD but there's almost like a twisted logic to it in the moment with all the patterns.
Can’t wait to show this to my teacher who’s all into neurodiversity! Edit: Took A while but I finally showed this video to her. She loved the video, and was even more heart warmed when she saw the comment I posted. I believe she said something like “Go, PixiGags, Go!” Or “Pixigags Rules!” She’s now excited for the next episodes to come along. Keep it up, amigo!! ❤❤
I saw this short about a week before I was diagnosed with OCD myself and I cannot stress how much this short means to me!! Before I was diagnosed my symptoms had constantly been put down or denied, and this short, while it's probably silly, has helped me through the process of accepting my OCD and myself as a whole. In short, thank you for creating these silly cats ^^
As someone that has OCD, it's always the most random things that are compulsive for me. When brushing my teeth, I have to brush each side of my mouth exactly 10 times, when i'm typing, I find myself backspacing and adding the period and backspacing and adding the period, over and over again. Usually when I repeat things, it's either four, seven, or eleven times. It's such a relief to see it represented in a fairly simple, yet digestible way. The whole "clean freak" and/or "needing everything to be neat" stereotype is getting really old... like yes, I despise being dirty or sticky and usually clean myself as soon as possible, but that has nothing to do with me having OCD, I just happen to be that way WHILE also having OCD. After all, correlation doesn't always equal causation. I mean, it's literally in the name: Obsessiveness and Compulsiveness. Doing certain actions over and over again to relieve an irrational stress. None of that even IMPLIES perfectionism, so why does everyone think that's what it is?
Thank you for making the bird fly back, I was tearing up and that small detail brought so much relief. Such good representation and lovely storytelling.
Hey @SilverLuminescence! Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really glad that the detail of the bird resonated with you and brought you some relief. It means a lot to hear that you appreciated the representation and storytelling in this episode! 😺🐦
As a person with OCD, I found this really accurate. Having to constantly be organized and doing things that serve really no purpose until I’m satisfied is a really good detail. I also love seeing the cats in these animation, they’re cute.
Dear @_zann_00, Thank you for your comment! I'm glad to hear that you found the portrayal of OCD accurate. Capturing those details, like the need for constant organization and the satisfaction from completing certain actions, is important to me. I'm also delighted that you enjoy the animation.Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts! 💖
Hi @tyleris! I’m so glad to hear that this representation of OCD resonated with you, and it’s nice to hear that you love cats too! Thank you so much for your support! 😺💖
I am glad that you find this episode of 'Neurodiverse Friends' relatable, @juiceboxj7752! Thank you for sharing, also about your passion for cats! Wishing you all the best! 💖✌😺☘
Thanks so much, @N64dude2000! I'm happy to hear that both you and your friend enjoyed the video so much! Your donation means the world to me, and I'm deeply grateful for your generosity. Wishing you all the best! 💖✌
i have ocd and this made me feel very comforted. i havent seen such a casual approach to it like this ever, this is just how it is living with ocd to me
Hi @velociswagtor, thank you so much for sharing your experience! I'm really glad to hear that the portrayal of OCD resonated with you and brought you comfort. It means a lot to know that the casual approach reflects your own experience living with OCD. Your feedback is truly appreciated. 😊❤️
I don't have ocd but I love how this is portrayed! Most folks think ocd is just "perfectionism" but its much more than that, and I think this video portrays that perfectly in as simple of a way as possible.
I have diagnosed OCD and it just makes me so happy that you remembered us! Most people only gives light to autism and adhd (and that's fine!) and ends up forgetting us :(
@@VeryRGOTIpeople likely don’t think of OCD as much as ASD or ADHD because the latter two are developmental disorders while OCD is an anxiety disorder and often gets misdiagnosed as another anxiety disorder, but all three of these things are neurological in nature. I also have diagnosed OCD (and am on anti-anxiety meds and antidepressants because thankfully those work for me) and I was surprised to learn just how little media there is that actually depicts OCD well (or at least doesn’t depict it as the butt of a joke)
I could also feel the same way. In my Maths class, we had to redraw shapes, and for some reason, the lines I drew weren’t behaving themselves, so I kept erasing them. I haven’t even been diagnosed with OCD yet…
When im working on my math work and im confused on a problem, my teachers always told me to just go back to it at the end. It was so hard for me and still is, because now the work on the paper goes in order of “36, 37, 39… 49, 50, then back to 38” It used to cause me so much anxiety, still kinda does
They need to take your animations and show them in the schools; a fun and informative way of teaching people about Neurodiversity. Once again, another masterpiece!
this just made me cry, your animation is so charming and it captured the essence of how awful this disease can make you feel. seeing the main character being embraced at the end made me sob, thanks for making this
Hi @dkj-o7h, thank you so much for sharing. I’m really touched that the animation had such an impact on you. It means a lot to hear that it captured how things can feel, and I’m glad the ending brought you comfort. I really appreciate your support! Take care. 💖
oh this is so sweet! OCD has been one of the hardest things I've had to deal with in my life. Medication helps a lot, but a lot of the work is still left on me to calm down and remember that ruminating just makes me more anxious. The hand-washing is very relatable, my excessive hand-washing has given me pretty bad eczema. I adore the hug at the end from the other cats! Genuinely, what helps me the most is when I'm able to go to someone for comfort- it can be difficult to open up about compulsions because often friends or family don't understand how not being able to wash my hands a million times (or whatever other compulsion it may be) is so distressing to me, for many others they think it's not worth getting upset over. But finding the person that's willing to listen to all my silly little problems is the most comforting feeling in the world :) thanks again, Pixi! Wonderful work as always
I used to have the eczema too. It's such a bad spiral since at a certain point the soap is what's causing the pain, and the solution our minds come up with is "use more soap", which just makes it an endless cycle. It's okay for things to be dirty sometimes
oh this makes me so happy. I was diagnosed with OCD a few years ago. I appreciate that you included compulsions that aren't directly related to the worry; "washing hands" is a compulsion because "fear of germs" is a worry, but something like "touching parts of your body repeatedly" can be a compulsion because of any number of reasons, sometimes just because you feel weird. thanks for the solid representation
Thank you so much for the appreciation, @cyrusoconnor2274! I am glad that Ossie touching her parts repeatedly resonates with you. Intrusive thoughts are crucial for understanding OCD, and I hope this episode helps people better understand that. All the best! 💖
As somone with both ADHD and OCD, this makes me very happy to see somone finnally understanding. It really isn't talked about enough, and thus, people are completely clueless and judge us for compulsive actions.
You're welcome, @ohokay4663! I'm glad you appreciate my series, particularly this episode on OCD, which highlights how intrusive thoughts can lead to anxiety. Wishing you all the best! ✌☘
That’s so cute! Thank you for portraying OCD accurately. I get really upset when people interrupt my “rituals” because I do them to prevent my bad thoughts from happening and it can get really overwhelming
Hi @amberfox9543, I'm glad to hear that you appreciate the portrayal of OCD. I understand how important it is to complete your rituals to manage intrusive thoughts, how upsetting it can be when they are interrupted, and how overwhelming it can become. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. ✌💖
I really appreciate that the end shows that bad things CAN happen, but are often unrelated to our compulsions, and that even if something bad happens it's often not as bad as we thought and/or can be fixed without compulsions.
This used to be my favorite entry into this wonderful series...until "Swinging Moods" took that spot...and "Post Traumatic Bees" took that spot...and that spot will likely be taken over again by another short. That's how good this series is: it always manages to outdo itself.
Right I tell people I have OCD and they're all like "you must be really clean" but it's mostly doing repetitive behaviors like that to keep my anxiety in check.
I love how these are portrayed in such realistic ways! So many times I've seen this topic talked about and shared in only 'fun'/ 'cute' ways, where it really takes away from the struggles different people go through
I have ADHD, plus a bit of autism, plus ocd, and i love how all of these things are portrayed here, it really helps to understand and show others what it feels like
Thank you for your kind words, @thegodlypotato5862! I'm delighted to hear that my style reminds you of Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends; it's one of my favorite shows too! 😺👍
Dear @briancrowell, I am glad that you enjoy my series! Your donation and generosity mean a lot to me. Thank you so much for your support; it is truly appreciated. 💖
woah, that was just so cute. I have a friend with OCD and she told me that this video perfectly describes her experience with it! Im pretty sure shes going to check out the rest of your animations!
The repeatedly washing ur hands part really hit close too home, I would wash my hands so much that they would dry out too the point of having scars on my knuckles, I've done it less and thankfully they've healed, thank u for making animations of these silly kitties. :3
You might! A lot of people aren't diagnosed. I've struggled with OCD my whole life, but didn't fully understand that's what I had until I was in my 20s! People all around you have struggles they themselves may not even understand. That's why it's so important to be patient and understanding with everyone :)
Thank you, @jessiedwight6927! I'm truly touched to hear that these animations provide comfort to you, especially considering the challenges you face with OCD and ADHD. Your support means a lot to me, and I'm grateful to have you as a viewer! ❤️😊
@@bing_crystal4831Special Containment Procedures: SCP 6942 must be kept inside a small iron birdcage, and may only be let out for testing purposes at the permission of Dr. Karlov. Once SCP 6942 is returned to its cage, the door must be locked, and the person who locked the cage must perform a hand ritual before exiting the room. This involves the person in question taking their left hand, and using their index finger, touching the floor, their waist, and finally their ear one after another. This same process shall be repeated with the right hand. Afterwards the hand ritual must be repeated a total of 3 times. Failure to do so will result in an imminent containment breach to occur within the next 22 minutes.
I love how you add the intrusive thoughts instead of ignoring them. My intrusive thoughts are very traumatizing situations just because that was kinda my normal? I am only just learning how wrong some of it is lol.
Hey @lunamoor1647, thank you for sharing. It's great that you're recognizing and addressing your intrusive thoughts. Navigating these thoughts can be really challenging, especially when they're linked to past experiences that were normalized for you. Learning and growing from this awareness is a big step. Remember, it's important to detach and not identify too closely with our thoughts and memories. We are souls with bodies attached, and our minds are part of our bodies. Mindful meditation and focusing on the 'here and now' can truly help-I highly recommend it. Wishing you all the best on your journey. ☘✌💖
@@jecaparaiso5477Jesus was a revolutionary. Agitate for 🍓🍉, 🇨🇩,🇸🇩, and stop preying on vulnerable people for converts. Our bodies won’t be the bricks of your heavenly McMansion. Celebrate his life, not his murder. Might be challenging for you, but if you can devote your time to being a walking intrusive thought, I’m sure you’ll manage. If your god can only take root in the minds of people who’re already hurting, you should ask yourself what his motivations are. Frankly you should ask yourself why you’re worshipping a god that refuses to speak directly to you.
I def had more ocd traits as a kid that i eventually grew out of, but sometimes the old compulsions still get me. There are times when all physical sensation must, *_must_* be symmetrical, or my soul is Not Happy. And i still slip into the diagonal tile tango on occasion
As someone with OCD and ADHD, I appreciate the accurate representation of compulsive loops and the ‘just right’ feeling,, i’ve been there with the turning the light on and off
Thanks for sharing, @kammothy542! I'm glad that Ossie turning the light on and off resonates with you and that you feel this series has just the right vibes. All the best, and sending virtual hugs your way! 💖
@@PixiGags Awh,, it means a lot you replied! I have an awesome therapist taking me through ERP and it's helping me a lot! I'm going to show this to her next week :)
As someone with OCD, I’m glad to see some sort of representation that isn’t just the first example of a compulsive loop. Oftentimes people will forget about the other types and just think OCD is only making sure everything is perfect, so I’m glad to see multiple accurate examples here! ❤ (also the flicking the light on and off was pretty accurate lol)
This one really resonated with me. Performing ritual actions to prevent bad thoughts from happening is something I struggle with a lot, so seeing the OCD kitty's friends showing compassion instead of judgement was heartwarming. Thank you Pixi-Gags for an accurate depiction of OCD :)
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, @tatteryt! I'm truly glad to hear that Ossie's friends showing compassion resonated with you. I'm sorry to hear about your struggle with intrusive thoughts; I know it's not easy, and I hope things improve for you in the future. Your feedback means a lot, and I'm incredibly grateful for your support and donation. It's highly appreciated! 💖✨
I believe I have a type of OCD called “magical thinking”. I love how, in this short, you represented a lot of the different types of OCD a person could have, raising awareness that OCD is serious and is not only wanting everything to be perfect. I can see all the care that goes into these shorts to include everyone. Thank you for making this amazing content :)
Protip if anyone suffers from ocd (it helped me a lot) --- instead of thinking that x bad thing will happen if you *don't* do compulsions, instead, try thinking that those things will happen if you *do* the compulsions. It has genuinely stopped me from doing most of them, now I only do a few if I'm very anxious. Hope it can help someone!!
I love how well you represent certain disorders and make them easier to understand to those who don’t know what they are. The gang is super cute!!! They fit together like a puzzle.
Thanks for listening to feedback! My only note would be to show intrusive thoughts as more outlandish and violent (within reason ofc) things that almost 100% can’t happen but will terrorize an individual as if they’re inevitable. Just personally with what I know abt them conceptually and my own, are that they’re almost like a very maliciously worded check in of values; like, when your brain thinks of the worst things that you could possibly do, or the worst things that could possibly happen, those things are what repulses that individual the most and what is most antithetical to them both as an individual and within humanity. It’s a like “you think this is still bad, right?” worded in the cruelest grossest ways possible 💀 Otherwise, love these little guys! You’re an incredibly talented animator :)
Hi @Lucifersfursona, thank you so much for your feedback! I understand that intrusive thoughts can be incredibly distressing and disruptive. It was a difficult decision for me, but I chose to focus this video on introducing the idea that OCD isn’t just about keeping things clean and in order-it involves much deeper and more serious issues. While I kept the tone somewhat positive compared to reality, I want to assure you that I’m committed to this series. OCD will be explored more deeply in future episodes, and I promise to depict it in a way that accurately reflects the challenges you face. Thank you for your support, and I wish you all the best! ❤
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The repeated touching ritual to keep the cage door shut hits so hard, I wanna cry. There were so many times I’d lock and unlock doors, flip lights on and off, and count the breaths of sleeping family members, thinking it would stop something terrible from happening.
Yes! Them not just checking the door again but doing a seemingly unrelated pattern.
Haha, I do that
Oh, so that's what that was!
My blessing to all the people with OCD.
@@VeryRGOTI It's really difficult. But medication helps a lot. This video was kind of a "remember all those things that give you panic attacks? Here's a montage" lmao
I dont think I have it but I use to make like a rule to keep on like a ring my bf gave me or else something bad will happen between us or another one was like sleeping with a certain stuffed animal someone gave me or else something bad with them. I stopped doing that now but I guess it gave me comfort because I was pretty nervous back then
Didn't realize counting the breaths of sleeping family members was part of it, ty I now know it's ocd
I love the fact that you actually go into more depth than just "Things being Neat." Especially 'cause OCD to me is mostly doing actions and repeating them until "satisfied," which is usually doing an action to a number. Lived this.
Do you have a perfect or favourite number, or is it random? Is there a pattern? Like even or uneven numbers? Sorry if my questions sound insensitive
Edit: I can't reply to everyone at once, but thank you so much for the answers!!! It's cool (albeit a bit frightening at times) to peek into someone's head :] I hope everyone here can learn to cope and live healthily with their OCD without any issues ❤
@Twiddle_things For me personally, the numbers changed throughout the years. It used to be five, but it's fluctuated from four to twenty-one and so on. It sounds ridiculous, and that's because it is, and that's kind of the mindset that helps me personally. I'll be in the middle of a "ritual" and then think "Wait, this is stupid." And sometimes that's enough to cut it short. Not always though. Sometimes the ritual must be complete, but it's important not to beat yourself up about it.
EXACTLY 😭
@@Twiddle_things Like what MountainMan said,the numbers change. For me currently the number is 20, but because it's a "made-up" problem with 20 being the solution, I've become able to make up subtitute nunbers or eventually be able to change the meaning or the number to where now instead of 20, the number is 2. Alot of these things also start as genuine solutions to things: such as double checking that you have something or checking under the bed for monsters when young, but then they can evolve to become just an action that you do to a certain number or if you don't do it then you get extreme discomfort. This is getting kinda long but OCD is also very different for a lot of people and can encompass a whole lot of actions or things.
@@Twiddle_things for me, it's odd numbers, and if it's a specific number then it's 5, 7, or 3. And for some reason I just hate 11 and 9.
I love how they don't try to "fix" the situation or her. They just comfort her and try to help her through it. It's so cute!
I'm glad you appreciate that, @Funky_Jester17! Comforting and helping each other is what good friends are all about. Thank you for your support! 💖☘
Not everyone or everything needs to be 'fixed'. It's better to comfort people through their struggles than to force change upon them.
also! a good way to help your friends actually get through their compulsions is to, in fact, not help them continue the cycle and ignore it. for example, asking for reassurance; if you answer, it'll happen again and more often because your answer reinforced that it "worked." instead, you could remind them that it is a compulsion and talk about something else!! coming from someone with ocd :D
THEY’RE FRIENDS! I love how they fit together like a puzzle. They’re just so cute!!! Agh!!!
I am glad that you enjoy how the characters get together at the end, @chipkid! Thanks a lot for sharing! ✌
They fused together to make an even bigger cat as is the nature of cats one day they all shall fuse to make God
@@kingthe13bro chill
Cats are a liquid, they conform to the shape of the container
Yeah but not a jigsaw puzzle though.
I love how ADHD's default response to her friends is just _E X T E N D_
Like honestly, same😂❤
I'm glad you love that part, @SoubiYumea! She was so anxious that she needed all the warmth, cuddles, and comforting she could get. 💖✌
S T R E T C H
The reason people pretend to have mental disorders like this must be so they get to be a cat
0:34
Pretty much I experience this whenever I have a decision stalemate but it will always eventually resolve itself with an external or internal factor that goes in favour of one option with the left hemisphere judge agreeing with it or it gets overridden by instructions from someone else that are interpreted as “absolute” that are given in the moment or in memory with absolute being a status for an instruction that should be followed with no suggested changes from you unless it’s overridden by something with higher priority like your safety! :)
true it's so cute, i wish i could do that
The OCD cat washing its hands...walking off...and then getting intrusive thoughts and just doing a complete 180 was very relatable.
i wanna like this comment but it's at a multiple of 5 right now and i dont wanna ruin it so i'm replying instead
@@ivorywizardYes, I agree with that completely. If it ends in a zero, frick it I ain’t liking
@@ivorywizard glad to not be the only one who loves multiples of five. Five = best number
I do this but idk if I have OCD
Liked this comment so the like count would be 555
The pure shape language you use for these kitties are PERFECT.
Thank you so much for the kind words, @flooferderp2918! I am glad that you enjoy my shape language! 😺💖
One could say its purr-fect shape language?
@@mothmanafterdark5924 Not only would we agree, but we adore your icon.
@@flooferderp2918 mof :]
@@mothmanafterdark5924 (steven universe meme here)
As someone with ocd and autism, this is too relatable. Such a cute animation style though, love it.
I am truly happy that my characters resonate with you, @Spacey_Mad! Especially the OCD one, as it's not an easy condition to portray respectfully! Thank you very much for sharing. 💖
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I'm sososos glad this had more then just "clean freak" because its exhausting to see miss representation. I also liked that you included an intrusive thought!! That made me really happy
I'm touched to hear that, @Vinzcafe! Offering more depth than just the classic stereotypes was important to me. Including intrusive thoughts was crucial in depicting the full scope of OCD cycles, and I'm delighted it resonated with you. Thank you so much for your support! 💖✌
me too, at first i felt disappointed, but once I saw the lights and bird scene I felt much better and VERY glad XDD
Same, I’m happy that other types of OCD are being acknowledged aside from contamination OCD
OCD is just hell, so the hug at the end really is just what every person who struggles with OCD wants...
Hi @yasmimdois2815, thank you so much for your comment! I am glad that this episode resonates with you and for sharing your wishes. I appreciate your honesty and wishing you all the best! ✌☘💖
@@PixiGags Thank you! Nowadays I am medicated so my life became so much better, OCD peaks now and there, but it´s not all the time nowadays, so I am feeling so much better 😺
fhe birdcage part was such a perfect illustration of the "don't complete compulsion -> bad thing happens" thought loop which is a form of ocd that goes so criminally underdiagnosed (50% of ocd cases are first misdiagnosed, usually as another anxiety disorder)
The thing with ocd ritual's is that we mostly DONT want to do them, but if we don't we'll die. We won't actually die, but our brain tells us we'll die and we're constantly stuck on the "what if my brain is right?"
It's like you have to distrust yourself. You're constantly told you have to trust your gut or heart or whatever, but my gut is often wrong. My gut tells me I'll get sucked into a hole if I don't lean to the right when I pass a driveway on the left of the road. My gut is wrong and it only adds to my paranoia and trust issues.
My girlfriend who's ADHD is very accepting of me. Idk what I'd do without her. She tells me she doesn't know what she'd do without me too either cus I help her with cleaning, but I'd do anything to make her happy because my brain tells me she hates me if she's sad. She doesn't hate me, we've been together for 10+ years and she's never told me anything too spiteful. We have arguments when our needs don't align, but by the end of these arguments we realize we were just trying to help the other in a way that didn't work for the other. She always tells me how beautiful I am even though I don't see it, since she's the most beautiful girl in the world.
If _The Aviator_ movie has taught me anything, washing hands in fear of getting germs to the point of avoid touching everything is realistically common for someone who struggled with OCD, like Howard Hughes. This explains why he keeps repeating his words _"The way of the future"._
Can confirm
Definitely. As someone with OCD whose obsessions and compulsions focus mainly on contamination (not germs really but a more vague sense of something being "unclean") I was nearing Hughes' behavior at my very worst. Repetition of certain words and phrases has also been a compulsion of mine.
Luckily I've come a long way since then though! Now I only really wash my hands more than the average person and only when I'm at home. When I'm not home my mindset has shifted to "well you're already contaminated by virtue of going outside, may as well just stick with it until you get back."
I have contamination ocd and a shit ton of other ocd stuff too! A lot of intrusive thoughts mostly :(
While it’s definitely common, it’s not the only form OCD can take, for me it manifests as locking doors repeatedly.
OCD is more than just washing hands and repeating words. OCD doesn't even have to have physical compulsions. Please educate yourself about such a debilitating disorder by doing more than just watching a movie for entertainment.
I only recently got diagnosed with OCD, but people would often tell me when I told them I had suspicions (without self-diagnosing of course) that I may have it, they would often pass it off saying "wow, your room is so untidy, I don't think you have it." and since a lot of these people were domineering figures in my life, like my grandparents, for instance, it really felt that way. This video makes me so inexplicably happy and sad at the same time, because it reminds me I can't do anything without it being done a specific way, and that really gets annoying, but it also brings awareness that OCD ≠ Clean freak, or, at least not all the time.
Hi @Crayoyogenic, thank you for sharing your experience. I'm glad this video resonated with you and helped clarify that OCD isn’t just about being clean or tidy. Remember that intrusive thoughts aren’t real, and it's important to try to detach from them. When you feel the urge to engage in new compulsions, try to resist, as they can add up and consume a lot of your time. Most importantly, always remember to love and validate yourself. Wishing you all the best on your journey. 💖☘
As someone who’s been told OCD is why I have thoughts that are the opposite of my true self. I worry a lot about things I cannot control or expect and get frustrated when my doors not closed a certain way.
that definitely makes sense for ocd! a hallmark of ocd is that the thoughts are “egodystonic”, where they go against what you really believe or know to be true. you might understand on a logical level that your obsessions and compulsions are unreasonable, but anxiety drives you to do them anyways.
i can relate to the obsessions and compulsions you’ve listed here, i’ve had plenty of similar ones. whether through therapy or medication, it can get better.
@@codeninja3295YES
@@codeninja3295 Thanks I did this under an alt for some dumb reason lol Idk why I was too lazy to change but I just was. I use medication and therapy to help as I had to have someone tell me worrying 24/7 wasn't healthy and there was a way to answer my past pleas for a way to cool it down, ever since I've been feeling more confident and realized I saw myself the total opposite. I thought I was shy and introverted when I really love talking with people but do enjoy my down time.
@@pinkamena11fazpony27 i’m glad you were able to get help and it worked! it’s so nice when things finally get better ^^
As a person with OCD, re-washing your hands is painfully relatable.
First, I just want to say I am so very happy that you showed more sides to OCD than the more "sterotypical" or "popular" forms of it like the hand washing and making things symmetrical.
While they can certainly be a part of OCD, OCD can be much more than just contamination and perfectionism. And in fact, plenty of people with OCD may not even have those kinds of compulsions, and can be messy, as their compulsions are something else entirely.
Compulsions can also be mental, not just physical! So it can be hard to portray sometimes, as mental compulsions are invisible to others. (Counting numbers in your head, mental reviewing, ruminating, etc.)
Another thing I would like to add is that I LOVE that you included showing OCD Cat's intrusive thoughts! Like with the germs and especially with the bird flying out the cage!
What I often notice in mainstream representation for OCD is that they only show the compulsion side of it, but neglect showing the intrusive thoughts, which is WHY they do the compulsions in the first place. Adding intrusive thoughts into this helps give people an understanding of what OCD is like internally! Not just externally to the outside perspective of others. THANK YOU! I really appreciate that you added it!
Lastly, I am just very glad that OCD Cat's fears/intrusive thoughts is more than just contamination and germs. At the scene where they have an intrusive thought where the cage might open and the bird flies away, her fear isn't about germs, but the safety of the bird! (that's how i interpreted it.) She was worried it will fly away and might become lost. This is a good way to show how OCD is more than just worrying about cleanliness and germs.
The themes and worries of intrusive thoughts can be about ANYTHING. From harm, to identity, to religion, to morality, existentialism, memories, and more! Obviously, some of these worries may be too dark or scary to present in this video that has a more lighthearted tone, so i completely understand as to why some of these topics or fears aren't present. I'm just happy there is an intrusive thought that is not just fear of contamination included here! ^^
I also just really love the support and kindness ADHD cat and Autism cat showed to OCD cat. Their support and comfort is so sweet, and is honestly something those with ocd or suffering from upsetting intrusive thoughts need ^^
Completely agreed. I love the way they demonstrated a variety of compulsions, including the thought process that can't be seen externally.
I like how the autistic cat was:
-Speak (Possibly about the architecture of the birdcage)
-Gauge friends' reactions to the situation
-Assess the acceptable level of comfort to provide
-Support
Great job on this!
OH YEAH wow they're so me
He just like me fr
I thought the ‘speaking’ was meant to be that mouth stim thing they keep having it do
@@sociallyineptsnapper It could be.
It's the same animation so it's a callback to that. Luca is amazing at animating, so if he wanted to convey a different thing, the animation would be different.
Theres 4 of them now, enough to start a squad
"Before long we're gonna have a small army forming here"
- RTgame
@@PSIwolf39 Even though I've never heard him say that exact line I can hear it in his voice clear as day XD His voice is so memorable
Enough to play deep rock galactic
Mental distorder squad
@@lizzabean same
This is so cute! I love how OCD is portrayed, and it relates to me so much!
Once again, you make the best videos and animations!
Thanks a lot for the kind words, @ITMWW! I am glad that you like my animations and how OCD is portrayed in this episode! :D
0:33 I H A T E HOW I RELATE TO THIS SOOOOO HARD
"A common mistakes artists make is not utilizing simple shapes enough. In this example, the artist sticks to using arcs for both the shape of the character and the different application of arcs for different poses."
WHY DID I THINK OF THAT TOO
the way i heard his voice while reading this…
I struggle with OCD and it is so exhausting and mentally draining, and also think I might have ADHD. These characters are so cute, and I love how they interact and care for one another like happy little friends! The end was really comforting. Your animations make me feel less alone, thank you ❤☺
Bruh, not the turning the lights on and off repeatedly like that 😭
Also really accurate depiction of OCD, words cannot describe how bothersome it sometimes can get.
The rythmatic touching is so relatable it caught me off guard. As a person who has OCD, thank you for making this! This is good video for me to show my friends and just people in general when the catch doing counting compulsions so I have to explain what hiving OCD is like. Very well done, I love your art style sm!
Hi @JuliePrice-e3m! I’m so glad the rhythm and details in the animation resonated with you! It’s great to hear that this video could be helpful for explaining OCD to others! Thank you so much for the kind words about my art style as well. 😺💖
@@PixiGags Thx so much for commenting, I actually had a heart attack when I opened my notifications to this. 💀 Anyways, Thank you so much! I'm glad you were able to read this! :)))
i have all three (asd, adhd and ocd) and your portrayal of them is sooo good and genuinely relatable. love your videos, thank you for making them and keep up the awesome work :3
Thank you very much, @not_anymore! I'm thrilled to hear that you found the portrayal of ASD, ADHD, and OCD relatable. Your support means a lot to me, and I'm grateful that you find my content genuinely relatable. I'll do my best to keep creating quality content. 💖✌☘
I have ASD and ADHD and it’s already rough for me to deal with. Having all three sounds like a nightmare. (Even though my ADHD has some OCD symptoms already) But it’s probably just a nightmare for me, and just life for you. But regardless, keep working hard soldier 👍
@@bing_crystal4831 believe me, it is in fact a nightmare. currently i'm at a point where i can barely leave the house without having a meltdown, hell, even moving around my own house is difficult due to the germaphobe part of ocd. but i am indeed working hard on getting through all this.
that being said asd and adhd alone can already be quite awful too. but we've got this. stay strong soldier and good luck out there 💪
0:10 i dont got ocd but me fr fr
That cage part is so unbelievably real. It looks dumb and meaningless to people who don't struggle with OCD but to those who have it, it's torment. I only wish I had the support of friends as well when I was dealing with things like that
It's really hard for me to describe my rituals to people without OCD but there's almost like a twisted logic to it in the moment with all the patterns.
it genuinely hurt to see the ritual not work :(
Can’t wait to show this to my teacher who’s all into neurodiversity!
Edit: Took A while but I finally showed this video to her. She loved the video, and was even more heart warmed when she saw the comment I posted. I believe she said something like “Go, PixiGags, Go!” Or “Pixigags Rules!” She’s now excited for the next episodes to come along. Keep it up, amigo!! ❤❤
I'm thrilled that you're interested in sharing my series with your teacher, @logankennedy4525! I can't wait to hear their thoughts on it! 😺
I want to aswel lol@@PixiGags
The Brian Griffin pfp enhances this comment tremendously.
What does neurodiversity mean exactly?
@@mauricemotoman3305 autism and stuff I think lol
I saw this short about a week before I was diagnosed with OCD myself and I cannot stress how much this short means to me!! Before I was diagnosed my symptoms had constantly been put down or denied, and this short, while it's probably silly, has helped me through the process of accepting my OCD and myself as a whole.
In short, thank you for creating these silly cats ^^
As someone that has OCD, it's always the most random things that are compulsive for me. When brushing my teeth, I have to brush each side of my mouth exactly 10 times, when i'm typing, I find myself backspacing and adding the period and backspacing and adding the period, over and over again. Usually when I repeat things, it's either four, seven, or eleven times. It's such a relief to see it represented in a fairly simple, yet digestible way. The whole "clean freak" and/or "needing everything to be neat" stereotype is getting really old... like yes, I despise being dirty or sticky and usually clean myself as soon as possible, but that has nothing to do with me having OCD, I just happen to be that way WHILE also having OCD. After all, correlation doesn't always equal causation. I mean, it's literally in the name: Obsessiveness and Compulsiveness. Doing certain actions over and over again to relieve an irrational stress. None of that even IMPLIES perfectionism, so why does everyone think that's what it is?
Thank you for making the bird fly back, I was tearing up and that small detail brought so much relief. Such good representation and lovely storytelling.
Hey @SilverLuminescence! Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really glad that the detail of the bird resonated with you and brought you some relief. It means a lot to hear that you appreciated the representation and storytelling in this episode! 😺🐦
As a person with OCD, I found this really accurate. Having to constantly be organized and doing things that serve really no purpose until I’m satisfied is a really good detail. I also love seeing the cats in these animation, they’re cute.
Dear @_zann_00,
Thank you for your comment! I'm glad to hear that you found the portrayal of OCD accurate. Capturing those details, like the need for constant organization and the satisfaction from completing certain actions, is important to me. I'm also delighted that you enjoy the animation.Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts! 💖
Has someone with OCD this is a really good representation and I like that they are cats, they are my favourite animal❤
Hi @tyleris! I’m so glad to hear that this representation of OCD resonated with you, and it’s nice to hear that you love cats too! Thank you so much for your support! 😺💖
The amount of times I’ve locked the door and then turned around and checked again is actually insane
As someone with both Autism & OCD, I've never felt more seen... Better yet, the representation is CATS! I am a big cat person
I am glad that you find this episode of 'Neurodiverse Friends' relatable,
@juiceboxj7752! Thank you for sharing, also about your passion for cats! Wishing you all the best! 💖✌😺☘
I shared this with an OCD friend of mine. They loved it. Well done 👏
Thanks so much, @N64dude2000! I'm happy to hear that both you and your friend enjoyed the video so much! Your donation means the world to me, and I'm deeply grateful for your generosity. Wishing you all the best! 💖✌
i have ocd and this made me feel very comforted. i havent seen such a casual approach to it like this ever, this is just how it is living with ocd to me
Hi @velociswagtor, thank you so much for sharing your experience! I'm really glad to hear that the portrayal of OCD resonated with you and brought you comfort. It means a lot to know that the casual approach reflects your own experience living with OCD. Your feedback is truly appreciated. 😊❤️
I don't have ocd but I love how this is portrayed! Most folks think ocd is just "perfectionism" but its much more than that, and I think this video portrays that perfectly in as simple of a way as possible.
I used to have mild ocd and with therapy I was able to get rid of it. Thanks to your video I think I’m ready to let go now. Thank you guys.
I have diagnosed OCD and it just makes me so happy that you remembered us! Most people only gives light to autism and adhd (and that's fine!) and ends up forgetting us :(
I personally didn't know that OCD was related to the neurodivergence term, and i don't know why.
@@VeryRGOTIpeople likely don’t think of OCD as much as ASD or ADHD because the latter two are developmental disorders while OCD is an anxiety disorder and often gets misdiagnosed as another anxiety disorder, but all three of these things are neurological in nature. I also have diagnosed OCD (and am on anti-anxiety meds and antidepressants because thankfully those work for me) and I was surprised to learn just how little media there is that actually depicts OCD well (or at least doesn’t depict it as the butt of a joke)
I could also feel the same way. In my Maths class, we had to redraw shapes, and for some reason, the lines I drew weren’t behaving themselves, so I kept erasing them. I haven’t even been diagnosed with OCD yet…
When im working on my math work and im confused on a problem, my teachers always told me to just go back to it at the end. It was so hard for me and still is, because now the work on the paper goes in order of “36, 37, 39… 49, 50, then back to 38” It used to cause me so much anxiety, still kinda does
@@kingjulienthe13thSame here, I HATE doing things out of order. It makes me feel so uneasy.
They need to take your animations and show them in the schools; a fun and informative way of teaching people about Neurodiversity. Once again, another masterpiece!
Thank you very much for your kind words, @dominicc8332! I truly appreciate it! 💖
Okay, Cats On the Spectrum is my favourite series on UA-cam
this just made me cry, your animation is so charming and it captured the essence of how awful this disease can make you feel. seeing the main character being embraced at the end made me sob, thanks for making this
Hi @dkj-o7h, thank you so much for sharing. I’m really touched that the animation had such an impact on you. It means a lot to hear that it captured how things can feel, and I’m glad the ending brought you comfort. I really appreciate your support! Take care. 💖
more kitties! i love em
rainworld pfp :D
Awhhh! Thanks! ❤
I would probably be considered neurodiverse because I have AuDHD (ASD + ADHD)
oh this is so sweet! OCD has been one of the hardest things I've had to deal with in my life. Medication helps a lot, but a lot of the work is still left on me to calm down and remember that ruminating just makes me more anxious. The hand-washing is very relatable, my excessive hand-washing has given me pretty bad eczema. I adore the hug at the end from the other cats! Genuinely, what helps me the most is when I'm able to go to someone for comfort- it can be difficult to open up about compulsions because often friends or family don't understand how not being able to wash my hands a million times (or whatever other compulsion it may be) is so distressing to me, for many others they think it's not worth getting upset over. But finding the person that's willing to listen to all my silly little problems is the most comforting feeling in the world :) thanks again, Pixi! Wonderful work as always
I used to have the eczema too. It's such a bad spiral since at a certain point the soap is what's causing the pain, and the solution our minds come up with is "use more soap", which just makes it an endless cycle. It's okay for things to be dirty sometimes
oh this makes me so happy. I was diagnosed with OCD a few years ago. I appreciate that you included compulsions that aren't directly related to the worry; "washing hands" is a compulsion because "fear of germs" is a worry, but something like "touching parts of your body repeatedly" can be a compulsion because of any number of reasons, sometimes just because you feel weird. thanks for the solid representation
Thank you so much for the appreciation, @cyrusoconnor2274! I am glad that Ossie touching her parts repeatedly resonates with you. Intrusive thoughts are crucial for understanding OCD, and I hope this episode helps people better understand that. All the best! 💖
As somone with both ADHD and OCD, this makes me very happy to see somone finnally understanding. It really isn't talked about enough, and thus, people are completely clueless and judge us for compulsive actions.
Thank you so much for putting attention on the obsession side of OCD- so many people seem to forget these compulsions are driven by anxiety
You're welcome, @ohokay4663! I'm glad you appreciate my series, particularly this episode on OCD, which highlights how intrusive thoughts can lead to anxiety. Wishing you all the best! ✌☘
Loved how you played with their shapes at the end there. Beautiful!
Thank you very much, @ivan-sin-compania5710! I ma glad to hear that. 😺
That’s so cute! Thank you for portraying OCD accurately. I get really upset when people interrupt my “rituals” because I do them to prevent my bad thoughts from happening and it can get really overwhelming
Hi @amberfox9543,
I'm glad to hear that you appreciate the portrayal of OCD. I understand how important it is to complete your rituals to manage intrusive thoughts, how upsetting it can be when they are interrupted, and how overwhelming it can become. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. ✌💖
Aw! I love the way theu form like a round/"perfect" shape while hugging
How dare you make them all fit together small to big, my heart will not forgive you
I have diagnosed OCD and I love the lil germs twerkin on the hands in the handwashing compulsion scene!
i love how they always melt together
I really appreciate that the end shows that bad things CAN happen, but are often unrelated to our compulsions, and that even if something bad happens it's often not as bad as we thought and/or can be fixed without compulsions.
This used to be my favorite entry into this wonderful series...until "Swinging Moods" took that spot...and "Post Traumatic Bees" took that spot...and that spot will likely be taken over again by another short. That's how good this series is: it always manages to outdo itself.
Right I tell people I have OCD and they're all like "you must be really clean" but it's mostly doing repetitive behaviors like that to keep my anxiety in check.
I love how these are portrayed in such realistic ways! So many times I've seen this topic talked about and shared in only 'fun'/ 'cute' ways, where it really takes away from the struggles different people go through
I have ADHD, plus a bit of autism, plus ocd, and i love how all of these things are portrayed here, it really helps to understand and show others what it feels like
Thanks so much @fluffyyveltal, I truly appreciate that! :D
I find these animations comforting especially where lamp gets turned off and sometimes I double check if the lights are off in my house.
The animations are cute and remind me of fosters home for imaginary friends.
Thank you for your kind words, @thegodlypotato5862! I'm delighted to hear that my style reminds you of Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends; it's one of my favorite shows too! 😺👍
The way they transition into that perfect mountain shape at the end is just 👌
I am glad that you like the ending of this episode, @Savvysnek! Thank you so much for sharing. 😺✌
Beautiful. Not much more to say!
Dear @briancrowell,
I am glad that you enjoy my series! Your donation and generosity mean a lot to me. Thank you so much for your support; it is truly appreciated. 💖
woah, that was just so cute. I have a friend with OCD and she told me that this video perfectly describes her experience with it! Im pretty sure shes going to check out the rest of your animations!
such an accurate depiction of OCD! gotta do these little repetitive rituals or else something very bad will happen lol!
I love how the cats look when they hug, they're so shaped
Thanks, @CrescentCaribou! I am glad that you like that part. ✌💖
I'm diagnosed with OCD ADHD and autism. So you could say. These cute little cats are living inside my brain
huh, never knew the tiny cat had pupils until 0:55
that's one persistent thought off my shoulders!
It’s probably just a continuity error, but at least it stopped bugging you lol
The repeatedly washing ur hands part really hit close too home, I would wash my hands so much that they would dry out too the point of having scars on my knuckles, I've done it less and thankfully they've healed, thank u for making animations of these silly kitties. :3
While I don’t know anybody who’s OCD, I’ll support them in spirit!
You might! A lot of people aren't diagnosed. I've struggled with OCD my whole life, but didn't fully understand that's what I had until I was in my 20s! People all around you have struggles they themselves may not even understand. That's why it's so important to be patient and understanding with everyone :)
Thank you, as someone who struggles with OCD while living with ADHD these animations are a huge comfort to me ❤😊
Thank you, @jessiedwight6927! I'm truly touched to hear that these animations provide comfort to you, especially considering the challenges you face with OCD and ADHD. Your support means a lot to me, and I'm grateful to have you as a viewer! ❤️😊
0:31 reminds me of an SCP Foundation containment protocol
Out of curiosity, what’s the protocol? (I’m a bit of an scp fan, so I’ll understand if it’s weird lol)
@@bing_crystal4831Special Containment Procedures:
SCP 6942 must be kept inside a small iron birdcage, and may only be let out for testing purposes at the permission of Dr. Karlov. Once SCP 6942 is returned to its cage, the door must be locked, and the person who locked the cage must perform a hand ritual before exiting the room. This involves the person in question taking their left hand, and using their index finger, touching the floor, their waist, and finally their ear one after another. This same process shall be repeated with the right hand. Afterwards the hand ritual must be repeated a total of 3 times. Failure to do so will result in an imminent containment breach to occur within the next 22 minutes.
@@bing_crystal4831bro my protocol I made got erased from existence :(
@@sheepgod2008 darn
I love how you add the intrusive thoughts instead of ignoring them. My intrusive thoughts are very traumatizing situations just because that was kinda my normal? I am only just learning how wrong some of it is lol.
Hey @lunamoor1647, thank you for sharing. It's great that you're recognizing and addressing your intrusive thoughts. Navigating these thoughts can be really challenging, especially when they're linked to past experiences that were normalized for you. Learning and growing from this awareness is a big step.
Remember, it's important to detach and not identify too closely with our thoughts and memories. We are souls with bodies attached, and our minds are part of our bodies. Mindful meditation and focusing on the 'here and now' can truly help-I highly recommend it. Wishing you all the best on your journey. ☘✌💖
The constant need to wash hands is sooooo relatable...
@@jecaparaiso5477 why is this relevant?
@@soapcreature It's not, they're just a god-botherer
@@jecaparaiso5477please refrain
@@jecaparaiso5477Jesus was a revolutionary. Agitate for 🍓🍉, 🇨🇩,🇸🇩, and stop preying on vulnerable people for converts. Our bodies won’t be the bricks of your heavenly McMansion.
Celebrate his life, not his murder. Might be challenging for you, but if you can devote your time to being a walking intrusive thought, I’m sure you’ll manage.
If your god can only take root in the minds of people who’re already hurting, you should ask yourself what his motivations are. Frankly you should ask yourself why you’re worshipping a god that refuses to speak directly to you.
As someone who studies psychology, good portrayal! I loved these cute kitties 🥹
Thanks so much for for the appreciation, @Paracosm333! I am glad that you like my characters. Wishing you all the best! ✌☘💖
i love how ASD and ADHD cats responses to OCD cat being sad is just s q u i s h
I love these little guys, especially ADHD
I def had more ocd traits as a kid that i eventually grew out of, but sometimes the old compulsions still get me. There are times when all physical sensation must, *_must_* be symmetrical, or my soul is Not Happy. And i still slip into the diagonal tile tango on occasion
As someone with OCD and ADHD, I appreciate the accurate representation of compulsive loops and the ‘just right’ feeling,, i’ve been there with the turning the light on and off
Thanks for sharing, @kammothy542! I'm glad that Ossie turning the light on and off resonates with you and that you feel this series has just the right vibes. All the best, and sending virtual hugs your way! 💖
@@PixiGags Awh,, it means a lot you replied! I have an awesome therapist taking me through ERP and it's helping me a lot! I'm going to show this to her next week :)
As someone with OCD, I’m glad to see some sort of representation that isn’t just the first example of a compulsive loop. Oftentimes people will forget about the other types and just think OCD is only making sure everything is perfect, so I’m glad to see multiple accurate examples here! ❤ (also the flicking the light on and off was pretty accurate lol)
These make me so incredibly happy
You make a lot of people feel understood and seen
It's great to see accurate representation that doesn't involve things just "being clean". Great video
This one really resonated with me. Performing ritual actions to prevent bad thoughts from happening is something I struggle with a lot, so seeing the OCD kitty's friends showing compassion instead of judgement was heartwarming. Thank you Pixi-Gags for an accurate depiction of OCD :)
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, @tatteryt! I'm truly glad to hear that Ossie's friends showing compassion resonated with you. I'm sorry to hear about your struggle with intrusive thoughts; I know it's not easy, and I hope things improve for you in the future. Your feedback means a lot, and I'm incredibly grateful for your support and donation. It's highly appreciated! 💖✨
I'm so happy thank you for posting once more thank you thank you thank you
That's my pleasure, @Lobster_With_A_Gun! Thank you for the support and for enjoying my series. 😺
This is such a good way to explain to people how neurodiverse folks feel and why they do things.
I love that you account for the fact that OCD is classified as an anxiety disorder! OCPD is what a lot of people think of, they aren't the same.
I love the mouth “suddenly” appearing to smile, like in 0:08 and 0:55. It’s such a nice touch ❤
Pawsome 🐾 animated video 😺👍.
A big like 👍 from Vantaa, Finland 🇫🇮.
Thanks so much, @ArttuTheCat ! I am thrilled that you like this episode! 👍☘😺
SUOMI MAINITTU
Epic and cute video! The cats are very stretchable they are like liquids
Thanks a lot for the kind words, @lestutostresutiles5958! I am glad you like the way this cats are animated! 😺
ASD and ADHD feel like such an iconic duo
I believe I have a type of OCD called “magical thinking”. I love how, in this short, you represented a lot of the different types of OCD a person could have, raising awareness that OCD is serious and is not only wanting everything to be perfect. I can see all the care that goes into these shorts to include everyone. Thank you for making this amazing content :)
This is by far one of my favorite little mini series on youtube to watch whenever it comes out.
Especially since it’s often quite… ehm relatable… 😅
Thank you so much for the support, @uc22_swo1p! I am glad that you love my animated series! :D
TYYYYY I NEVER SEE OCD INCLUSIVITY TY ILYSM😭😭😭💕💕💕💕😭
It's my pleasure, @nerusickle! I am glad that you find my content relatable! Wishing you all the best and sending you virtual hugs! 💖😺☘
Protip if anyone suffers from ocd (it helped me a lot) --- instead of thinking that x bad thing will happen if you *don't* do compulsions, instead, try thinking that those things will happen if you *do* the compulsions.
It has genuinely stopped me from doing most of them, now I only do a few if I'm very anxious. Hope it can help someone!!
I love how well you represent certain disorders and make them easier to understand to those who don’t know what they are. The gang is super cute!!! They fit together like a puzzle.
Thanks for listening to feedback! My only note would be to show intrusive thoughts as more outlandish and violent (within reason ofc) things that almost 100% can’t happen but will terrorize an individual as if they’re inevitable.
Just personally with what I know abt them conceptually and my own, are that they’re almost like a very maliciously worded check in of values; like, when your brain thinks of the worst things that you could possibly do, or the worst things that could possibly happen, those things are what repulses that individual the most and what is most antithetical to them both as an individual and within humanity.
It’s a like “you think this is still bad, right?” worded in the cruelest grossest ways possible 💀
Otherwise, love these little guys! You’re an incredibly talented animator :)
Hi @Lucifersfursona, thank you so much for your feedback! I understand that intrusive thoughts can be incredibly distressing and disruptive. It was a difficult decision for me, but I chose to focus this video on introducing the idea that OCD isn’t just about keeping things clean and in order-it involves much deeper and more serious issues. While I kept the tone somewhat positive compared to reality, I want to assure you that I’m committed to this series. OCD will be explored more deeply in future episodes, and I promise to depict it in a way that accurately reflects the challenges you face. Thank you for your support, and I wish you all the best! ❤
NEVER stop making these NEURODIVERGENT CAT VIDEOS!
I won't stop, @Adrenaline0413! I am doing this full time. Thank you so much for your support and appreciation! 💖😺
MY HEART. IM AUGHH AUAGHHHHHHH IM EXPLODING FROM HAPPINESSS AAGGGGHHH 💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥