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The OCD notion of cleanliness doesn't always have really anything to do with any real germs or other pathogens. "Dirtiness" is more an abstract concept that var
by 8xde0wcNwpslOw 8y ago
The OCD notion of cleanliness doesn't always have really anything to do with any real germs or other pathogens. "Dirtiness" is more an abstract concept that varies and develops over time.
- SpouseThrowaway 8y agoI think, in this case, it's the fear of the known that is the problem. "Dirty" is the concept used to describe all the reasons to clean stuff. But, real-world issues like MRSA are scary and the root of this slippery slope. Combined with the fact that my spouse works in a highly contagious environment doesn't help.
- Starwatcher2001 8y agoWhat an awful situation for you both. Would a change of career be possible/practical/helpful?
- SpouseThrowaway 8y agoPossibly, but my partner finds the work extremely enriching. I'd hate to upset that balance as well.