vmurso22
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vmurso22vmurso22
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Thank you, I just get stuck in bad patterns sometimes and get them constantly
kmecroz85kmecroz85
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Hey, it's hard. I see you have Harm OCD listed here, so that's what I have. It sucks. You have to remember that a thought is just a thought. I think what if I decide to off my entire family? That freaks me out. I love my family. I'm a Christian and love life. So naturally my OCD attacks my faith, life and family in the worst way possible. So I try when that thought comes in, just say 'inteusive thought' - then let the anxiety hang out and I move on. Some days are easier than others but at the end of the day you have to realize it's not real. OCD is just lying to you. It's a bully. It's no different of a what if than what if I go outside naked and rub my butt on a tree. Am I going to do that? No. Is there a chance it could happen? Sure, there's trees out there, but I'd really rather not do that so I won't. Same with the harm thoughts. It's just hard to distinguish that because of the anxiety response we tie to it. Once we learn to remove that anxious response the thoughts actually won't bother us and will be less frequent until almost non existent. They'll pop up time to time, but not like it is now. They're only coming at this frequency bc of the power you're giving it. One of my compulsions is rumination. So I think about it after my anxiety passes like, "why am I afraid of this?? This is so silly. Why does it bother me?" Then naturally it keeps the cycle going. I have a YouTube link my counselor sent me that helps. It outlines how you're to treat your intrusive thoughts. :) Also - BIBLE. The bible has a TON of scripture about anxiety and fear. That's helped a ton too. Jeremiah 29:11 is a great one. Don't give up, all will be well it just takes time. It's okay to ask for help and definitely get into counseling. ERP is SCARY, but worth it.
Sabastian18!Sabastian18!
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I also deal with intrusive thoughts and harm ocd. I have for about 17 years, I have been free from them for almost 7 years and then I got covid in September and it all came back. I’m terrified to start therapy Bc I’m afraid that I won’t get the right therapist or that they will think I’m crazy. Any advice?
kmecroz85kmecroz85
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@Sabastian18! Hey! My advise is if you want in person check out psychologytoday.com and use their filter to find a provider in your area. You can even filter by your insurance type. If you're okay with telehealth definitely use NOCD app. My therapist here is phenomenal. Either way, make sure that whomever you choose specializes in ERP so you can learn to fight back that way. Lastly, you're not crazy. Also, check out Overcoming Harm OCD by Jon Hershfield (spelling?) He is AMAZING and his books are wonderful. You can get them on Amazon for pretty cheap. It doesn't replace therapy but helps remind you you're not alone :)
Sabastian18!Sabastian18!
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@kmecroz85 Thanks so much! I will look into these options! It does help knowing I’m not alone for sure, but I want to get back to normal and enjoy life again. ❤️🙏
kmecroz85kmecroz85
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@Sabastian18! HEARD THAT. Just remember, baby steps. Give yourself grace. You'll get there :)
Sabastian18!Sabastian18!
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@kmecroz85 Thank you! Did you also worry that you may have other mental illnesses? Like I get triggered even by someone talking about someone with certain mental illnesses, I get so anxious and scared that I may have them 🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️
kmecroz85kmecroz85
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@Sabastian18! Hahahaha! Yessssss. I think I've researched schizophrenia, psychosis all of that. Once I was worried I was a pedophile. It's so stupid. Basically OCD takes what we value and twists it all nasty and gives it back. When I'm not anxious I can laugh about it. It's when my body feels anxious that I'm like GAHHHH IT'S REAL. (Rolls eyes). My advice is to share your story and be an advocate. It's like putting your middle finger up to your OCD.
Sabastian18!Sabastian18!
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@kmecroz85 Right! Like how do I know I don’t have this or that and my anxiety is so high it felt real 🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🥺
kmecroz85kmecroz85
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kmecroz85kmecroz85
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Please note, there is some cussing, but it's bleeped although I think he does say the d word (for male parts) if you're around little ones.
kmecroz85kmecroz85
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Same. Don't beat yourself up about it though
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