How many of us coin collectors have OCD?
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I know I do (always have that I can remember). What about you guys?
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I don't have OCD. I have CDO. It's the same thing except the letters are in alphabetical order, like they're supposed to be.
Leave off the D. That means disorder. O is redundant. I have a couple of Cs.
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That's exactly what someone with OCD would say.
Maybe a little.
With my firearms, yes. With my coins, not so much. A few of my 1911s alphabetically by manufacturer, then by year of manufacturer. All in identical custom cutout cases and all with the same locks. All labels are same font and print size. All aligned the same.
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I've heard this, had a vague idea of what it might be about, like someone who is demanding or a perfectionist. This definition came up:
"Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by a cycle of unwanted, intrusive thoughts and fears (obsessions) that compel a person to perform repetitive behaviors or rituals (compulsions). These compulsions are carried out to reduce the anxiety."
I probably fall into something like that, ie habits or behavior where you repeat the same actions expecting different results.
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None that I know of
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OCD can be a positive attribute if you can use it properly. If you have a good heart your usually passionate about things. Some people get into bad behavior with OCD. I know I have it. I've dealt with it so long that I've learned whatever I am obsessed about will come to pass in time. Just be greatful with what I have.
I refuse to spend money I dont have or shouldn't be spending on coins. Coins get expensive. So isn't my electric bill, food bill, car insurance and so on.
@logger7 doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result is the definition of insanity.
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No, that is NOT the definition of insanity, though one may be insane.
Sorry. My OCD was triggered by that overused false remark.
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The last part is so great in fact that I do not have OCD in the traditional sense!!
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We should learn from our mistakes; if you buy collectibles and make the same mistakes that's unfortunate, I try not to do that. Hobbies can lead us toward obsessive purchases that we may not enjoy--the purpose of a hobby should be fulfillment.
I think that basically most of us do have something resembling OCD. Ask any non-collector about what we do. They basically think we’re all nuts.
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How many of us don’t?
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I think most of us have some degree of OCD. If you’re checking dealer websites, eBay, auction houses, and the BST every day or multiple times/day you have some degree of OCD.
Most people that think they do don't, but it's a convenient excuse.
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Hmmm 🤔 when I look at the length and debates in some of the threads for the American Liberty coins, the US Army ASE, or the Laser privy I would have to say a fair amount of us qualify. Add to that the degree that many attach to perfect (70) coins and I’d say a combination OCD/numismatic convention could be a big attraction. (I have been doing this for a long time so I’m among the crowd)
I have it, it can be very ugly at times and can make life almost hell.
However, it can be very handy. It’s almost impossible for me to lose a phone or keys, I’m very clean, it does have its positive points, but it can be very, very difficult to live with at times.
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Indeed I go through phases like that it is not fun in any way shape or form (much less often since taking meds for it). But meds do help a lot. Talk to your doctor it can be life changing in a good way. If you get the right dosage you will feel like a new man. Once you start them (if you do) do not go off them. The only reason you are doing better is because of them. Many think ah well all is OK now I can do it on my own without meds and stop taking them and down the rabbit hole they go (and have to start all over again).
Talk to you doctor and let him know how you feel and he can make adjustments in the dosage if need be. Until you find what is right for you. Get your blood done once per year as well (so your doctor knows were you are at with your health in general).
No shame in taking meds...it is in disease like any other disease so treat it if you can and be grateful it can be treated. You will finally find inner peace with the battle within and enjoy life a lot more. I use to feel paralyzed mentally (doing repetitive actions over and over for hours till I burn out) many times but no longer.
I have been on them for over 15 years.
Exactly-My coins aren't in any kind of order.
I think anyone in Science is prone to having a touch of OCD... I do. I tend to get hyper organized and literally write everything down when I'm starting a new project. I've caught myself on several occasions getting tied up in the "organizational" aspects of moving a project forward rather than dealing with getting papers submitted, or grants submitted... at least for me, it helped to have colleagues I could rely upon to ground me and keep me motivated and moving forward. I've worked with people that "get stuck" in their OCD and it's difficult... not impossible, but it does present challenges.
All that said... coin collecting is an outlet for me. Its something that really doesn't matter in the great scheme of my Life (this is still a hobby for me) and I can put it down or pick it up at will.
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