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What is it about OCD that makes us feel like we need to know the answers to everything?
What is it about OCD that makes us feel like we need to know the answers to everything?
It’s so annoying. I wish I didn’t feel the need to seek reassurance. I try to quit it but then I fall short, empowering the relentless ocd cycle
Our brains are wired differently
OCD tells us lies that imply if we know all the answers we will be (ok, happy, safe, accepted….for example. I die like with OCD differently now since I started the ERP, telling it to go away with the lies, knowing everything will not make me happier or safer. It’s hard because of OCD is quite persistent.
“Dialogue” not “die like”
It’s the feeling of doubt that can not be satisfied with a standard amount of research- it’s similar to the lack of completion - having to do something enough for the OCD. It would be fascinating if it didn’t suck so totally. ERP therapy has helped me manage so many doubts much better and not fall into the research / looking for answers rabbit hole as much.