My therapist reminded me to have more compassion with myself. That resonates in my head right now. We acknowledge all the triggers and negative thoughts...I forgot about the positive and beautiful things that's have also happened at places that trigger me. When we set unrealistic goals for ourselves, then we trigger the rush of negative thoughts. Do you give yourself the compassion you should?
I do now I wear a ring that symbolizes that now - my kindness to myself and my humanity. It’s a promise ring to myself essentially. Corny but on bad day I look down and remember that I really do have myself and I’m happy about that. I used have very little compassion and kindness for myself.
I was reminded that I should show myself the same compassion I show others. Never thought about it like that, I realized I judge myself far too harshly. My OCD makes me feel very self critical, but I don't have to let it. I love that we can connect with each other... share our struggles and accomplishments.
I have a paper that says: make a list of things going bad for you, then make a list of things that are going good - helpful perspective for me.
I definitely try! When an exposure is especially hard, I try to think “what can I do to show myself computation as I sit with this uncertainty?” And then I do something that makes me happy while resisting compulsions!
Hey everyone ❤️ I need some tips: When I’m feeling guilty and hate myself for my thoughts and things I’ve done in the past, what can I do to have compassion for myself, or like, self care tips for that? Thank you dears ❤️
Struggling with OCD, I often find myself being my own worst critic: "I gave into that compulsion" or "I ruminated over this intrusive thought." It's easy to bring ourselves down, but we are all doing our best to fight back against the OCD and we deserve self-care! Personally, I love to pamper myself with a face mask and relaxing music. What about you? How can you be kind and compassionate to yourself today?
how to not get frustrated with yourself when you do a compulsion (especially if it’s one that you always do)
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