Maxine.hizon
- Date posted
- 2y
oh no
I tried to get better but still have intrusive thoughts, which feel real. But I'm not more anxious than before but get a little panicked. My brain feels like "normal". Idk what to do
VGHVGH
- User type
- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 2y
Hi, keep doing the work of recovery ❤️. It’s a process, but I promise it works! It’s normal to have thoughts pop in your head, allow them to be there, and move forward with what you value. For me this looks like, “oh there’s that nagging thought, it’s OCD, I’m not going there, I’m moving towards what I value) I may have to do this 50 times a day. However, at the end of the day, I’ve done a lot of things I value, regardless of what my OCD tried to distract me with. It’s ok to have thoughts pop in your head, it’s ok to feel nervous. The important thing is to move forward with your life and not resist, argue with, try to get rid of the thoughts. Take care!
Lisa LeeLou Lisa LeeLou
- User type
- NOCD Alumni
- Date posted
- 2y
I’m sorry to hear you’re struggling. Recovery is progress not perfection it is OK for there to be bumps in the road. Take it one step at a time. If you are currently in Therapy please talk to your therapist about how you’re feeling. if you are not in therapy, Please consider reaching out to the NOCD care team for a free consultation please see the link below https://www.facebook.com/reel/1589003681590914?mibextid=0NULKw&fs=e&s=TIeQ9V
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