Community discussion: Treating yourself like a friend

I’m here when you need me and you got this.

I see how hard you are trying, and you are really brave and I am proud of you.

I would gently suggest NOCD because in my area, no big mental health companies treat ocd with ERP. I would want them to get the right treatment. If they were already getting ERP, I would encourage them to keep going and do the exposures and tell them great job keep up the good work.

I would talk to them about my situation and suggest NOCD

“I know this seems like the responsible and ‘right thing’ to do, but what if, in taking care of everything at level 11 out of 10, you’re burning yourself out and ultimately depriving yourself of what you need in order to continue taking care of things? What if we let something(s) be level 7 out of 10 and take some rest time instead? What’s something we can do today to fill your cup just a bit?” “I’m incredibly proud of you for walking through this hard time, accepting the things outside your control, and continuing to resist those compulsions when you can. Take time to honor and express gratitude for your efforts.”

I would say don’t wait to find a therapist when panic sets in. I recently found someone that specializes in OCD because I knew it was time to really do something about it. None of my other therapists I have seen in the past specialized in OCD knowledge/treatment. My first appointment is today. I’m not looking forward to rehashing everything I’ve been through all these years, but I know that the most recent panic episode I got even more panicky trying to find someone and scared to call them. When I was feeling a little better I was able to call with very little anxiety. I hope she’s the right fit for my as new therapist.

Deep breathes, remember lean on the Lord, know he is with you, talk through your thoughts & always ask yourself are my thoughts True.

You’re not alone. If I can help you please let me know anytime 24/7!!!!

With the context of my event, I would probably say that fandom spaces really be that crazy sometimes, when we enter a new fandom and we see something that looks so wrong and uncanny, we sometimes can’t tell if this is something normal in the fandom or something to avoid without having the proper context. Once we do gain the necessary context from the outside world, we act accordingly in accordance to our moral values and what we hold dear.

I agree we are our own worst critic, but is it possible we can do better and should yes be compassionate for ourselves but also raise the bar for others around us or are we just better than everyone?

I would say, please don’t worry, you’re not alone we are in this together! I would also suggest NOCD for them if they haven’t gotten any treatment yet!

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