Is this anxiety ?

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I watch the office 24/7, I can’t watch anything else. I’ve watched probably over 100 times lol. It ends and I just start it over. Especially when I’m stressed I put it on. My boyfriend says it’s because I have anxiety. Since I already know what to expect I find it comforting? Could it really mean something deeper?

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I’ve read studies that say persons with anxiety or trauma often resort to the same routines, such as sticking to watching reruns of their favorite shows or nostalgic movies, because it’s a safe place and comforting.
I struggle with anxiety and I find myself doing this often. The Office is one of my go tos, and childhood Disney movies. It’s a state of mind you put yourself in to distract you from your thoughts.
I mean, I’d agree with what I’ve read, but you are free to make your own assumptions. There’s nothing wrong with re-watching your favorites though, if you’re safe and it’s comfortable. 💕

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I do the same thing with Supernatural but I don’t think it’s anxiety for me - I’m just obsessed with the show 😂 It could just be a comfort thing for you, but like the other commenters said, don’t self
diagnose yourself or allow anybody else to, if it’s a problem for you/disruptive for your life - you should definitely see somebody! Otherwise I think it’s normal lol

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It sounds like your boyfriend is trying to psychoanalyze you for no reason lol. No, it’s likely not anxiety. Everyone has those comfort shows they love to watch over and over. You’re just more extreme with it. If it’s not disrupting daily life then cool, if you want it to change then stop watching it and expose yourself to other shows.

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He could have a point but do u feel anxious if you dont watch it?

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I do the exact same thing! The office was on replay for a year for me, until they took it off Netflix and I've been having mega withdrawals😖 for me it is my anxiety and my "organization" mindset, meaning I've trained myself that when I'm done with everything I need to do or have any spare time, I go directly to the office. I'm not sure what it is about this show😂

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