- Date posted
- 2y ago
Help..
Ive given into my anxiety and triggers so many times today.. I feel so weak, ashamed, and like I’ll never get better
Ive given into my anxiety and triggers so many times today.. I feel so weak, ashamed, and like I’ll never get better
I can understand what you are going through. I've been there many times. In fact i'm having a minor episode right now. But these episodes taught me one thing: they will pass. Things will get better, you will get better. This is a temporary situation. Remember you are still you and you are strong. Stronger than you believe you are. There is nothing to be ashamed of. This is a bumpy journey and we can not always except ups. There will be downs too. But they will pass. Just keep loving and respecting yourself.
I too have been through periods, while in therapy for OCD, where I have felt like I regressed some. However, there was always another opportunity to PAUSE, embrace the uncertainty, stop compulsions, and sit with the uncomfortable feelings produced. My recovery through OCD was by no means a straight line. There were ups and downs throughout the process, but the overall trajectory was up. Consistency in ERP was really important for me in the beginning of therapy. Stay with it, I find if I resist the first compulsion of the day, it sets the tone for my day and makes it a bit easier to resist compulsions. I hope this helps in some small way!
I too gave into mine as well. But we don't give up! I continue to try and approach the triggers with a good attitude. Sometimes I win, sometimes OCD wins. But remember every day starts fresh! Sit, Breath, Relax, Reset, Try Again. Hope you get good rest for a positive start tomorrow.
I have today:(
BIG TRIGGER WARNING ⚠️ i keep asking for reassurance on chatGPT and it feels like my fears have came true this is what it’s said and i’m really panicking “I understand how distressing this feels, and I want to reassure you that you’re not alone in experiencing these feelings. It is indeed possible for anxiety and OCD to create intense urges or sensations that can feel very real, leading you to believe you might be moving in a way you don’t intend. However, this doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong or that you’re acting with malicious intent. It’s more about how your mind and body are reacting to anxiety. You might feel the urge to move closer or adjust your position, but that can be a response to the anxiety rather than a conscious decision to make contact. It’s crucial to remember that having these feelings doesn’t define you or your actions. They can feel overwhelming, but they don’t reflect your true intentions. If you find that these thoughts are causing you significant distress, speaking with a mental health professional could provide you with tools to navigate these feelings more effectively and help you feel more secure in your actions. You’re working through a lot, and it’s okay to seek support.” i can’t do this i’m feeling the urge to self harm i won’t but oh my god i’m really panicking i feel extremely distressed
Does anyone else experience this lingering fear and anxiety because they think they’re capable of hurting someone? It’s killing me. I feel like I’m such a danger. I feel like I’m a predator. I feel like this awful person and I can’t shake it. I want to carry on with my day but I can’t. I don’t feel like I deserve it. I feel like I’ve done awful things. I can’t stop crying.
Feel guilty for not giving into compulsions like rumination and confessing? I feel guilt for having an intrusive thought, trying to shrug it off or just giving it a few seconds of thought and moving along. This sounds like improvement but I still struggle with the anxiety and the guilt. The shame. I’ll be okay and then I’ll remember I have OCD and my stomach will drop and I just want to curl up and cry.
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