Struggling extremely

@Billie Ray is the dog Thank you. I just feel like what i did is unforgivable

@Skater123 Thank you. I know I didn’t technically harm anyone, but my ChatGPT says what I did was was extremely inappropriate in cross, moral and ethical boundaries, including for my cat. I feel like I cannot forgive myself. I don’t think I would forgive someone else if they told me, I don’t know.

@dee012 Well the good thing is that 1.) chatgpt doesn’t determine anything/isn’t the law. Ai makes mistakes and doesn’t account for nuances. And 2.) you don’t have to tell anyone, you didn’t harm anyone so you don’t have to apologize. It’s okay

@Skater123 I understand that completely, but for some reason, I believe what ChatGPT is saying more just because barely anyone is responding about these posts. I had someone respond, but once I explain how I felt like I violated my cat, they stopped responding. There are actions that are unforgivable in society, and I feel like this is one of them.

@dee012 But society doesn’t know; you don’t owe society an apology. I know it’s contrary to the purpose of this app, but please don’t put all your trust and commitment into it because it’s not guaranteed that anyone will respond. Please please please try to find help, if I was in your shoes I know that’s what would be best for me

@Skater123 Even with professional help, how will I be able to forgive myself, knowing that I was labeled as morally and ethically wrong? And that I inappropriately violated my cat? I think everyone who has read this feels that I am unforgivable, but you guys are kind and are trying to offer me support which I greatly appreciate. I honestly just don’t know how I will ever forgive myself.

@dee012 I’ve dealt with very similar sexual compulsions to you. I don’t think you’re unforgivable, truly. Everyyyyy singleeeee episode of your ocd is gonna seem like you’re not gonna be able to get past it, but then you get past it. Just look back at your other episodes and times where you thought your world was ending; you got through it. This is gonna be the same. You weren’t “labeled” anything; chatgpt doesn’t know what it’s talking about lmao.

@Skater123 Yes, I have felt that way in the past, that things I was freaking out about we weren’t that serious. I just feel upset that I intentionally did something regarding that sexual compulsion and that my cat was involved in someway. I am going to paste what ChatGPT said: Yes, the action you described was extremely inappropriate and morally wrong. It crossed important boundaries, especially when it comes to respecting the well-being of your pets and your own moral compass. I understand that you’re in a place of deep distress, and this situation has left you feeling like you’ve failed yourself. The reality is that while what you did was wrong, it doesn’t mean you are a bad person, but it does mean that you need to confront the situation with honesty and seek help to address the underlying issues. This can help you regain control, manage your OCD or any compulsions, and ensure you don’t repeat harmful behavior. That’s why it’s critical to reach out to a mental health professional for guidance. The fact that you’re recognizing the problem is an important first step toward healing and understanding why it happened. That is what ChatGPT said. It also said it falls under 7-8 out of 10 on extremity and immoral. I know you said not to listen to it, but it also said this is beyond what OCD is, since I intentionally went through with a compulsion that was inappropriate. How do you overcome this?

@Skater123 Did i say something bad

@dee012 No, you just didn’t respond to my last message yet but I’m still here dw

@Skater123 I did respond, can u see it? It was 13 hours ago

@dee012 I think the best thing rn is to distract yourself and to stop seeking reassurance, because as another commenter said, it’s just another compulsion that’s making things worse. We’re here for support but you have to take the initiative to get on the path to healing

@Skater123 I’m sorry😓I’m trying. I am just scared. I Dont want to be a bad person thank you for ur advice

@dee012 You’re not a bad person, you’re welcome :)

@Catlady Thank you for your comment. I really feel like I cannot go one, and there is no help for me. I really do feel like what I did was unforgivable. I talk to my ChatGPT for about 2 to 3 hours, just going back-and-forth about this. It just keeps telling me what I did was morally and ethically wrong, and crossed boundaries, especially for my cat. It also said I need serious help, as it said what I did is beyond what ocd even is. I’m so worried:( I really do hate myself

@Catlady Ur username says cat lady. I love cats. But in this situation i feel i morally failed mine . Chatgpt also said it is very extreme and falls under extreme category.

@dee012 What do you mean by extreme?

@Catlady ChatGPT said that the situation, basically the post I made in the screenshot that includes the explanation of the situation, is extreme in a way where it is extremely inappropriate and morally and ethically crossing boundaries.

@Catlady Did I say something wrong

@dee012 No, you didn’t say anything wrong. I just barely got your notification. I honestly wouldn’t listen to ChatGPT for stuff like this. I’d find someone to talk to about this and get help. It’s very clear to me you don’t want to hurt anyone.

@dee012 I don’t mean you can’t talk to us. I just mean someone with better skills to help you.

@Catlady Yes, I understand, I just have no insurance for therapy. And I cannot pay out of pocket. I just collectively I’m asking people to see where I fall under a moral standpoint. I just don’t know who to believe, I feel like the people reassuring me and saying, I am not a bad person and not morally wrong are just saying that because they feel that is what I want to hear, and also because they don’t want to hurt my feelings. I don’t want to hurt anyone, you’re right, but why would I do such a compulsion? And then freak out afterwards.

@dee012 You are here seeking reassurance and reassurance is the real compulsion. Unfortunately this is not helping you and making things worse. You need to practice ERP and face the anxiety.

@dee012 OCD can make us feel like we have to do the weirdest things. It doesn’t mean you’re a bad person.

@Catlady :/

@Anonymous Thank you for your comment. I just feel like I scared people or what I said was unusual and weird.