Sometimes I feel like my partner is a trigger, if that makes any sense. Like he does everything right and is so sweet but when I FaceTime him I get triggered. Is this normal? Has this happened to anyone?
Me too, he is so patient with me and kind. I guess I’m not used to it because I don’t treat myself that way. I always get mad at myself when I feel I mess up, am awkward, or don’t look how I want.
@trin.infinite Like he doesn’t do anything wrong and is so understanding but my OCD sees him as a trigger and I just wish it would leave him alone
@Anxiety girl I think trying to confront those thoughts with unexpected answers may help. Like, if you have a thought that he is lying to you when he is understanding, just say “not true” or “he is awesome” “he loves me” instead of ruminating. It takes lots of practice, but eventually may help. I am trying to do that. I definitely understand that it is a battle of the mind and you have to counter your intrusive thoughts.
@trin.infinite Thank you so much for the advice it really means a lot. I hope it’s starting to work for you and I hope you find peace soon :)
Ofc! I just realized recently that I may have OCD, I used to think it was anxiety, but anxiety meds weren’t fixing the issue and I noticed I was constantly ruminating and distracting myself. I found this app when I found a YouTube channel called: OCD and Anxiety. The owner of the channel promoted it. Check out the videos.
@trin.infinite I was first diagnosed with anxiety and was put on lexapro, I would say I’m not screaming crying anymore but it definitely doesn’t make the thoughts go away, which was expected! I think seeing a therapist while on medication was super helpful for me. I still find my self ruminating a lot but I try to stay in the present as much as I can!
@Anxiety girl I was put on Lexapro then Effexor. For some reason, it seemed they didn’t help me much. My dad suggested exercise because part of it could be pent up energy. I’m going to visit my doctor soon and talk to her about other medication options and hopefully I find a therapist soon. I am moving states from MN to Hawaii at the end of July so idk if I should find one online through this app or in-person.
@trin.infinite Look at mindful care for therapy. It’s online and it’s what I used and I really like it. Easy to set up as well! Other medications I’ve heard of is Wellbutrin and Zoloft I would look into those!
@Anxiety girl Thank you for this advice. I’ve never done online therapy before so this is a good suggestion! I will mention those to my doctor. My doctor’s appointment is July 5th, so I hope I can get through these next couple weeks ok.
@trin.infinite I wish you the best of luck! If you can keep me updated on how it goes!
@Anxiety girl I will! I definitely am advocating for myself and others to feel better. Keep me updated on you and what you learn in therapy. ( :
@trin.infinite Yes of course!!
Yeah it makes sense since ROCD targets people and relationships important to us.
Totally normal! It happens to me too
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