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How I No Longer Have OCD
My Understanding of OCD If you are struggling with OCD in any form, you have brainwashed yourself into believing the rituals you follow are necessary. OCD is curable, and you will not suffer for eternity. My name is Kyle, and I struggled with clinically defined OCD. OCD, as it’s clinically defined, is nothing more than habits and addictions occurring in your mind – usually attached to certain thoughts. Luckily, both habits and addictions stem from decision making weather you think you have control over it or not. The fact that eliminated my OCD, may not work for you. Everyone’s case of OCD is extremely unique. If the fact I presented below doesn’t work for you, don’t worry. I have something else in mind. Another fact, yes - but this one will physically make you feel the difference. One important thing to note, is the difference between habits and addictions. A habit is an action that occurs automatically without necessarily being aware you’ve made the decision to make that action occur. Habits can be more difficult to deal with because you often think you’re unaware they’re happening. The reality is, you can stop habits by becoming more aware of when they occur and what they are when you recognize the feelings you have that seem to influence and provoke their occurrence. Then, they turn into addictions, which are differentiated because they’re a choice or decision one makes to give into a feeling or impulse. These, require the will and commitment to say “no, I will not give into that decision.” Please note: you can turn a habit or addiction into nothing more than a “bad decision” as quickly as you want or are capable of. You may realize you’re dealing with a bad habit and after a few times of noticing it, you can define it as nothing more than a bad decision. We all know what a bad decision is. It can be the act of performing an action that we feel regretful of at a later time. It’s important not to gaslight yourself into thinking that things must take a certain amount of time to get better. No, it can happen instantaneously. It did for me. Now I’m OCD free. My story with OCD I had a clinically defined case of OCD for at least one year (probably more off and on in my life). I was convinced at the time to follow specific steps or rituals to reach an idea of perfection I had in my mind. For instance, if I made a mistake in my thinking, I would repeat a long list of ideas to regain placement in the correct "mindset." There were many other symptoms and examples of my OCD, but this "perfect mindset" was one of the worst. But everything changed for me the instant I had a realization- a realization that is, of fact, not mere Pseudoscience. To many, it may seem like common sense. But the instant I made this realization, my OCD disappeared forever. I now no longer deem it possible for me to have OCD ever again. It simply isn't possible unless the knowledge or understanding is retracted from my brain somehow. The Fact that Eliminated my OCD forever. Within every living thing upon this earth, an innate presence exists, allowing all things to live and thrive. Just as Newton's law of gravitational pull is observed physically when a ball is released from a hand and falls to the ground, this law of all things to have the ability to live and thrive is observed physically in all living things (organisms and cells included) very existence on this Earth. The moment I had this realization, everything changed. I no longer felt convinced or convicted to follow any of the rituals I had brainwashed myself into believing must be performed. This idea may not work for everyone, so I offer another alternative, perhaps something more relatable. FACT #2 – this may change everything for you if the above did not. Take a moment for yourself where no distractions exist. This may be easier with some meditation music at a low listening level. Now, sit and do absolutely nothing. Think about nothing and do nothing more than nearly exist. Stay there. What your experiencing is the cognitive state everyone experiences fresh out of their mother’s womb. Yep, you’re experiencing the same cognitive state you had when you saw light for the very first time. Nothingness is occurring in your mind, and you’re simply existing. Your mind is like a computer. It runs your thoughts the same as a computer runs programs and opens up windows. When you open thoughts in your mind, they can often lead to other thoughts and sooner than later, you feel like you’ve mentally spiraled out of control. Remember, thoughts can influence feelings and feelings can influence your behavior if you allow them to. But you have full control. Let go of attaining absolute perfection. Absolute perfection is literally impossible. There’s nothing wrong with striving for perfection or towards being your best, but stay reasonable. Sometimes you may experience unwanted and intrusive thoughts. Don’t give into them. Just override them if it makes sense to. Also remember that you can define anything and everything as you want to. But so can everyone else. So living up to your own expectations and desires is up to you. So, here’s the reality. All that “clinically defined” OCD you’ve been experiencing, is nothing more than decisions you’ve been making. OCD is literally nothing more than bad habits and addictive thoughts occurring at an high – extreme level (which often evidently influences behavior). The problem that comes as a result of thinking, is the door opening scenario. When you open one thought, it leads to another, and each thought just keeps multiplying into more. Then you start performing these habits or addictions Just like a computer or engine idles when it’s turned on, your brain does the same thing when you’re in this state. It’s doing nothing more than existing. So knowing that, you should now be able to be more selective with your thoughts and also choose for yourself, what’s most worth your time and what makes you feel good, bad, sad etc… And remember, you can define anything the way you want to. Reality is nothing more than what is occurring and existing. Coming Back from OCD Somewhere along the way of life in our natural and healthy mindset, you and I somehow found ourselves convinced that all of our "OCD" rituals were necessary. We literally brainwashed ourselves into believing these rituals are essential. So, this information reminds us of this innate fact that can't be changed, even if we are unaware of it or somehow forget about it. It always has and will remain. You might come to the point where you realize that OCD is also a decision you can opt to have for yourself if you so choose. I choose not to. So the greatest piece of advice I can give coming back from OCD, is to take some time as soon as your done reading this and find somewhere relaxing to sit. Next, settle into your comfy chair, and let go of all your thoughts. Embrace the silence and natural peace you’re feeling for a few minutes (this may be easier with relaxing sounds or meditation music… strongly encouraged). This is your natural state of mind and being. This is your natural baseline. What is natural, is healthy. Note that everything happening in your head has no effect on the physical world. In only has an affect when you allow whatever is happening in your head, to influence your actions in the physical world.