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Apr 01, 2006, 04:54 PM
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Ok. I'm just going to mention an unusual obsession - maybe not that unusual: Current events.
Of course, it's normal to be concerned about things and it's good to keep up with political events. A coworker of mind borders on obsessed with politics and the war. I am right now obsessing about the woman in Tennessee who may have killed her pastor husband. I mean, I pray for the people involved and everything. But I just wish there was more information available. She seemed like a normal wife and mother. She looks like my sister in law in one picture and people in the church say their family showed not a hint of problems. I'm sure it will all come out eventually - not that I need to know - but I NEED to, you know. I guess family troubles and dynamics interest me anyway. Anyone else ever follow something in the news that just got to them? |
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Apr 01, 2006, 05:19 PM
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I know this is NOT a typical OCD obsession, just something I'm obsessed about right now. Sorry if nobody knows what I'm talking about.
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Apr 01, 2006, 05:49 PM
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Hi Cms,
I don't necessarily think that you have a full blown obsession, I think that it sounds like you have an interest in current events. It also sounds like you have alot of empathy for others, which is good. I know what you mean about wanting to know about things, I have an interest in criminology, and am fascinated with serial killers and how they think. I don't feel as though I'm obsessed though, I think it's just a healthy interest. Just like people who read tabloids and want to know everything about the latest celebrity gossip. I think it's good to have an interest in current events as long as it's not interfering with your life to the point of distracting you from living your own life.  Sujin
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Apr 02, 2006, 11:32 AM
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Yes, I can identify with your need "to know". I felt the same way about the Andrea Yates case a few years back. I suppose it was because I knew Andrea suffered from a mental illness. That whole situation was so tragic and I thought of her and her family every day.
So, yes, I understand your need to know. Your not alone. Jen |
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