- Date posted
- 2y ago
- Date posted
- 2y ago
Thereās no way to be 100% certain. Maybe itās Hyperawareness, maybe itās shortness of breath. Live with the fact that what you fear the most might be true, and continue on with your life regardless:) Trying to figure it out is a never ending downward spiral.
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- NOCD Alumni
- Date posted
- 2y ago
this is the perfect response! Sitting in the uncertainty is the only way we can get over these fears. Acknowledge the feeling and try and move on. I know how difficult this is, especially when it presents itself in a physical symptom! If you need someone to walk you through this, I would suggest reaching out for ERP help. You can always call our service line and they'll be happy to chat over therapy options.
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- 25w ago
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- Date posted
- 7w ago
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- Date posted
- 6w ago
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