I want to stop having obsessive thoughts.

me too it’s really hard, atm I use music or comfort films , or my boyfriend to try keep myself calm and distracted but I also remind myself that they are just thoughts and that they will pass It is really difficult but helps sometimes if I’m in the right headspace I want to try exposure therapy or cbt but if you don’t have therapy I would suggest something you find comfort in that will keep you calm also YouTube has guided ocd meditations/affirmations to talk you through redirecting you Spotify has ocd relief music This is how I’m managing whilst I don’t have therapy I’m just trying to find things that will help even just a tiny bit so I feel you 💕

also I know some of these things for people can be triggering like I struggle to watch things so even trying to watch comfort things doesn’t always help but if it will help definitely try it x

i totally get how tough it can be trying to redirect your thoughts and actions, especially when ocd seems to have a mind of its own. it's really brave of you to reach out and look for strategies that can help. 🌟 have you heard about "unstuck"? it's an ai-powered therapy tool specifically for ocd (check it out at unstuckmyocd.com). i've been using it for the past month and it's made a big difference for me. another member here recommended it and i just wish i'd known about it sooner!