HYPERFIXATION VS HYPERFOCUS SERIES
HYPERFIXATION VS HYPERFOCUS TV

It puts my mind at ease in a way to focus on being in another place and know that anything is possible with magic. It helps me to see all of the different characters in the movies and be able to realize that no matter who they are, where they come from or what their personalities are like, they all come together to form something bigger.

It’s so much easier for me to cope with life when I can just whisk myself away to a world where anything and everything is possible. “I’ve been hyperfixating on the ‘Harry Potter’ series. I can just pick one, try to breed for certain stats or moves and I can spend hours running around in circles, and I forget about anything I’m stressing about.” - Krystal A. Especially the Sun version since it’s so much easier to breed Pokemon.

HYPERFIXATION VS HYPERFOCUS SERIES

I’ll watch or read a series every chance I get from the moment I get up until I’m able to sleep when I’m hyperfixating, usually while crocheting or knitting something at the same time.” - Kirstie M. Also binge-watching or reading, for the escapism. “ Crochet and knitting, the repetitive movements help me channel the nervous energy and can be soothing. Something to get me out of my head I suppose.” - Charlotte K. I do it even if I’m not that interested in the show. If I have to go somewhere, I’ll be thinking about the show/counting down to when I can watch the next episode. I’ll become obsessed to the point I won’t sleep or do anything else. There are no surprises, so it’s a constant that helps me fall asleep.” - Kaleigh M. Because I’ve already seen all the episodes, it’s a simple pattern that I know well.

HYPERFIXATION VS HYPERFOCUS TV

I watch the same three TV shows over and over to fall asleep to.

It’s like going on a treasure hunt several times a week.” - Stacy P. Looking at and touching pretty clothes calms me down, and I’ve started reselling my purchases online, which is exciting. I’m so anxious about what’s going on in the USA that I find it hard to concentrate on anything, but when I go into a thrift store, I completely lose myself in going through the racks. It completely envelops me and I can forget, at least for a little while, the fog and cloying fingers of depression.” - Suzanne K. I can lose myself in the gameplay and story. “ Video games, specifically role-playing games. When it’s all said and done, my house is clean, I burned out negative energy and I can relax.” - Amanda C. I clean to pick myself up when I’m sad and rage clean to let off steam when I’m angry. When my space is clean, my mind feels less cluttered. We wanted to know what members of our Mighty community “hyperfixate” on to cope with mental illness, so we asked them to share their experiences. If you want some suggestions for coping techniques, check out the stories below:Ĥ4 Unexpected Coping Techniques for When Mental Illness Feels Like Too Muchġ8 Ways You Can Function Well With Severe Mental Illness It’s important to develop many kinds of coping techniques that may include but aren’t limited to: going to therapy on a regular basis, attending support groups and opening up to loved ones when you’re struggling. While getting immersed in a hobby or TV series can be an effective coping mechanism for managing overwhelming mental struggles, it’s worth noting that sometimes hyperfixation can become a source of avoidance. Related: 17 Things People Don't Realize You're Doing Because You're Overthinking

Hyperfixation vs hyperfocus