Really need advice! :(

Tomorrow I'm going to a protest. It's my first protest ever, and I'm terrified! I was supposed to go with my Dad, but he forgot and made plans with someone else. I really want to be there, so even though I'm super anxious, I'm going to go alone. The last protest in my city had a big turn-out and was really peaceful, so I feel like I shouldn't be too anxious, but there's a possibility of aggressive counter protestors or ICE showing up (which I know might escalate things). And apparently, you aren't supposed to bring your phone to a protest, but I need to be able to communicate with my family since I'm being dropped off. I'm just panicking a bit, I guess. Sorry if I'm rambling. I want to push myself out of my comfort zone, and I want to show up for people who aren't able to. This is important to me, but I'm really scared and questioning whether or not I'll be safe going alone.

JeffTheGiraffe

Date posted: 3d

Attending a protest isn’t the only thing you can do to advocate for whatever you’re fighting for. You can always advocate online if you’re into that. I also see that you’re a girl, and you’re going to be alone and protests can get out of hand really quickly, especially in today’s climate. You said your area seems to be peaceful so chances are you’ll be fine but I strongly suggest bringing someone to tag along since you already are worrying about feeling unsafe. (If you go) And I’d personally bring my phone, it’s a lifeline, but find a way to store it concealed and safe. I’m sure you know but in crowds, pick pocketing is very very easy. If you do end up going alone, try to befriend a group of girls your age. Lots of people go with their friends. I’m not a girl, so I’m not as well versed with what you guys may experience on a weekly basis, but I imagine the most likely plausible bad thing that could happen is that you get pushed around by people being packed or get overwhelmed. I’m the same way in crowds. So yeah, just something to think about!

nae nae

Date posted: 3d

Reading this surprisingly brought me a little bit of comfort, so thank you! 🥲🩷 If I end up going, I'll definitely be bringing my phone, but concealed and safe like you recommended. I might have someone who can join me, but if that doesn't work out, I'll try finding a group to join up with... Crowds make me anxious, but I think my biggest fear is a shooting occurring. I don't think it's super likely, but it's always at the back of my mind at big events like this. I'm going to think about this a bit more (and try not to stress myself out too much lol). I'll look into advocating online, too. Thank you so, so much again. I really appreciate the advice.

moon0270

Date posted: 3d

hey! i think its pretty cool that you're considering going even though it's out of your comfort zone. i hope that if you do decide to go,that you're safe and remember that you're doing something amazing by advocating for something you care a lot about. 🤍🫂

nae nae

Date posted: 3d

Thank you so much!! 🥹🫂 I needed to hear that today. As always, I hope you're doing well!! It's been a minute lol

JustAJesusLover

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 2d

I agree with @moon0270! Stay strong, I believe in you!!! ♥️♥️♥️

nae nae

Date posted: Yesterday

Aww, thank you!! I ended up going, and it was actually a lot of fun!! 🫶🏻🫶🏻

Nicomars

Date posted: 19w

Advice for traveling with OCD

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Catlove9

Date posted: 14w

I need advice

Two years ago, I went to a concert of my favorite artist. I listened to this artist every single day and was super excited to go, even though I saw him numerous times to that point. I went with some friends and my now ex-boyfriend. Admittedly, I drank WAY too much. I do not recall the last hour of the concert (I do not drink anymore). Of course, my OCD ran with this and for two years, I have been worried I did something awful that I do not remember, like hurt someone, etc. Since the concert, I barely listen to the artist because it causes me so much anxiety. I am supposed to go to a concert tomorrow for this artist, but I am terrified to go because I am worried I will be recognized as the drunk girl who kept requesting songs or if I did do something awful at the last concert. I really do not know what to do. What would your advice be?

Anonymous

Date posted: 11w

Constant anxiety, advice needed

I’m not sure what to do. I have a trip to Disney in less than a week, but my anxiety is debilitating right now. Ive barely been able to sleep or eat in 5 days, and it’s not getting any better. I don’t want to not go on this trip because that’ll just prove to the anxiety that I can’t do it, but I truly can’t go while I’m feeling like this. I won’t be able to do anything. I’ve felt like this before, but I’ve never had an obligation like this during a bad spiral. I really don’t know what to do. I’m so tired of feeling like this. I’m heavily medicated, I do breathe work, I do mindfulness exercises and nothing eases the anxiety. Every time that I think I’m fine I think about Disney and freak out again. If anyone has any advice or even just encouragement I’d really appreciate it. Thank you

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