Hello ! (๑˃̵ᴗ˂̵)♡

Just popping in, it’s been a really rough 2 weeks for me. OCD is raging. Context: one of my main compulsions is confessing & reassurance seeking. Bc of this combo, talking / opening up to others about my obsessions can be tricky, bc there’s a fine line till it turns into me seeking reassurance :/ I’m feeling very lonely lately, I’ve been reading many posts on here about everyone dealing with their things. Thought someone might relate to how I’m feeling… the loneliness, the wishing it would just stop. The Not wanting to be the “mentally ill friend” so I don’t tell people what I’m dealing with But then I have no one when it gets bad. Just a silent battle. As we know some weeks are better than others. Hope anyone that’s reading this is okay <3

Hobbit

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 4d

Valentina, I relate to this so much, especially right now. You are not alone. Thank you for posting — makes me feel less alone ❤️‍🩹

valentina 🪷

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 3d

@Hobbit thank you for replying 🫂 we got this !!

Hobbit

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 3d

@valentina 🪷 We do!!! 💪❤️

Skyler too

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 3d

I can relate. I have autism and social anxiety so that sharing is even more complicated for me. I think there’s times we can share and times when it’s compulsive. I think we both need more guidance on telling the difference and where the lines are so we can get support and connection but not feed OCD. Thank you for reminding me I need to bring this up with my therapist. You’re not alone. Im in a spike too and it’s rough. Glad you sought support here. Actually you shared here. Was it compulsive or just a share? Maybe you’re getting those skills already. Maybe not I don’t know. I love how beautifully caring we ocd warriors are even in the middle of our own battles. You expressed concern for all of us in the middle of your fight. Beautiful. Virtual hugs if that’s ok. (I believe in consent culture for touching of any kind). You got this.

valentina 🪷

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 3d

@Skyler too Thank you for sharing !! That’s so difficult. I can 100% relate to the social anxiety aspect. It’s hard when even getting support from others becomes a battle in itself To answer your question, I’m almost always able to recognize when I’m doing the compulsions. Just not always willing to stop it lol. In this scenario, I was just sharing :) I actually didn’t expect anyone to answer ! So this is nice In physical social situations it’s hard to tell the difference of sharing vs compulsive because I obtain reassurance even from people’s micro expressions. You definitely brought up a good point, I will always be asking my therapist to enlighten me with more guidance on telling the difference & ways I CAN seek support from others. I’m sorry you’re having a hard spike. It will pass. We’re going to be okay 🫶🏼 & yes virtual hug back hehe

Skyler too

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 3d

@valentina 🪷 Thank you. Yay! Yes it is hard to tell and hard to resist the urge to compulse. I sent a note to my therapist too. Thank you. 🫶🤗

morganskye

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 6h

Valentina, checking in, how are you feeling friend? Big hugs. You are enough, you are worth it, and you do not need to show up any differently than you are. Proud of you for speaking up. We are with you

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