My OCD theme just switched so fast. I was freaking out about having schizophrenia now my religious theme is starting. I’m having a lot of anxiety. Is that normal? Can your theme just change. Can you have more then one at a time? I feel like I’m losing it. It’s also so intense that I started feeling hopeless. I hope this passes?.

Hi Hannie! I'm in early stages of recovery however I do know that one can have multiple themes at any given time and not uncommon for 1 to fade and another replaces it. Can you take a few minutes to do mindful meditation?

Yes happens all the time. Feels like when you go into recovery on one another pops up ?

I believe that's right. Expect the unexpected.

I'm dealing with unwanted and intrusive thoughts!

I’ve had several at the same time, and am right now. I think maybe trying some strategies to reduce stress and anxiety could help. I can give a few tips if you’re interested.

I would suggest atleast trying some kind of meditation, mindfulness meditation perhaps. This is a good one I like: https://youtu.be/BvOg_4ZvfFo Else you can try getting some sort of medication, natural supplements like niacin/niacinamide or some other form of light benzo. Get off of coffee or reduce your intake, and try your best to sleep more. Last but not least I suggest you try some light exercise, like walking, in nature specifically, the light and surroundings should reduce your stress. Maybe this sounds vague and boring, but I myself find all of these relieving for me.

Great tips! I've gone back to the gym. I took a mindful meditation class which helps a lot. When you find yourself obsessing bring your awareness to your body. Theirs a great quote, " the freedom is in the breath." Sitting comfortably focus on the breath. Your thoughts may bombard you ( that's okay) gently bring your awareness back to the breath. Over and over and over again. It takes practice! Sending you hugs!