Giving into your OCD—or any mental illness— makes it worse. But where to begin? Every time you catch yourself/your mind drifting off, compassionately bring yourself back to the present moment. In the beginning, this is going to be ALL the time. I had to bring myself back to the present moment every few minutes. If you are about to do a compulsion, seek reassurance, etc. take a few deep breaths before giving in and do something more productive. If you are already doing a compulsion or seeking reassurance, stop immediately and do something pre productive.

ocd affirmations I resist compulsive urges I am only under the influence of myself I have power over my impulses I have authority over OCD I will break my repetitive routines I will act on my true desires and intuition I will accept imperfection Intrusive thoughts do not make me a bad person My thoughts come and go freely and do not define me I am free from OCD I am in control of my mind, it does not control me I have the power to stop this I do not need to give in to urges I am safe My compulsions are weak and have no place in my life I am stronger than my thoughts I forgive myself for my past decisions and actions. I release negative, damaging patterns of thought and behaviour. I have the courage to recognize the light within myself. lam capable of healing. I release shame, anger, guilt, and embarrassment. I am a being of love, compassion, and peace. I trust myself to build a better future. I am learning and growing every day. I approach myself with patience and understanding. lam a good person. This you ? 👀

@faeirys What is your ocd subtype ?

@faeirys No lie you affirmation helped me

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@faeirys Ultimately, it is all up to you. Even if you have a wonderfully supportive therapist that knows you can get better, they can’t make you get better— you choose to get better with their help or to give up.