What do you think life would be like without OCD?

I understand and appreciate you being transparent about what this looks like for you! There is truly a grieving factor to this condition. We all miss the days when the intrusive thoughts weren't present or weren't constantly plaguing our minds. It definitely took some time but I'm living more than I was before getting the proper care. Are you currently in therapy for OCD?

@ Starting to in March. Went to a couple therapists who said I had ocd and starting therapy with you guys in March.

@Hockey87 - Congratulations! We can't wait to hear more about your experience and journey very soon. We are here for you and in this together!

Thank you for sharing. I was kinda iffy. So is my doctor. But this is exactly what I feel. I think I need new doctors.

@Carson#1 - Know that OCD is the Doubting Disorder and unfortunately there is so much misinformation out there about what OCD actually is. Its best to seek out an ERP Specialist to determine what is the proper diagnosis and treatment.

I'm so sorry for your experience. It feels very real and many of us have done things to try to make these thoughts go away or to "help" us get better that wasn't the answer. Yes, indeed! OCD is the author but we can start to change the chapters in our own stories. With ERP, this community, patience and self compassion for ourselves we all can start to move towards the life that we deserve! Are you in therapy for this now?

@ Hi. How do i get a free call form you guys. Im in Denmark ?

@ Not now. I had therapy once I was stabilised in the form of ERP. I now battle each day determined not to relapse. I am encountering occasions where ERP is possible on my own. My life is certainly improving.

@Georgekabmbi - Absolutely! You can schedule a call here if you'd like: https://learn.nocd.com/schedule

@Anonymous - I'm so glad that you are able to implement ERP as you continue to navigate your recovery journey! I wish you the best!

Please don't think this way. This is the cycle that OCD wants you to be in, but you can fight and win. Have you thought about getting started with therapy?

@ Im open to it

Thank you for sharing this with us! I believe that you can still be all of those things. We can't reverse and take back the past but we can focus on our future. Each day is another day to start again. Have you thought about starting treatment?

@ I’ve been in and out of treatment for other issues, but being in an OCD based community has really let me know there’s stuff i missed!

I understand, I still hold on to certain aspects of my perfectionism OCD but it was more debilitating than helpful before learning how to manage in my day to day routine.

I would love that for you and you can have that as well! With time and hard work, OCD won't be able to take away the more important things in your life. In my personal experience with False Memory OCD, I became secluded and hidden away from everything and everyone to "remove all triggers". How could OCD make false memories if I didn't have real moments anymore? Guess what? It didn't matter so I isolated myself for nothing! I was trapped in it's game and wasn't happy at all. With time, I have been able to stay in my present and prioritize what matters most, both things that OCD despises. Are you currently in therapy for OCD?

@Icelander123 I suffer with false memory OCD too. Take care

I would love that for you!

I think that sounds like something that can be attainable for you. Have you tried OCD treatment?

Hi! My biggest thing to note is that ERP therapy is difficult - and that's okay. It isn't meant to be easy, so if you are ever feeling like "I can't do this" or "this isn't working", we've all been there! That doesn't mean it won't work. It means that you just have to keep pushing through. It is normal to have good days and bad days during therapy - you are working so hard to create a better pattern with the thoughts. Practice and consistency with ERP is so important! The more you challenge OCD with exposures, the more you are showing yourself "I can do this". We are rooting for you!

I can understand this completely! We can feel that we are a burden to everyone around us but this isn't true. They love us but just don't know how to support or help us. Even if it seems like they are frustrated, its because they really don't like to see us suffer and are unaware of how to support us. Have you tried starting treatment? NOCD offers support groups and educational sessions for our loved ones as well!

Congratulations on your new found love! Its a beautiful thing. Have you thought about meeting with an ERP Specialist? They can help you navigate how to manage and overcome these thoughts.

I can understand that completely. Strangely. I met a girl actually, online, accidentally kinda. Anyway at first, just the idea that someone cared, especially in today's world.. Love is a powerful thing. But it's coming back, I think.