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You can do it! I don’t know your age but I lived with pretty consuming OCD for 33 years! It takes time but you can begin the journey and see where it leads you. The Number one thing to remember is that your thoughts do not control the world around you, therefore they are not the true reality. So trying ERP with the mindset that although you are afraid, doing the activities and sticking with them will have a great affect on you.
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I had Hocd and just started writing the word then went onto watchin modern family with the 2 gay guys in it
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We can do it ? I agree with what was said previously about starting with the lowest fears and slowly working your way up. My best suggestion is to take mental breaks/stop and breathe when you’re told to by a therapist or a schedule if you’re doing your treatment yourself. For the longest time, I tried to knock out a bunch of exposure (too much) at once and I’d end up burnt out at the end. That’s just counterproductive, so point being, be patient with yourself.
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thank u ill try !
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thank you it helps so much ! Stay strong babe:)
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You just have to jump right in and start with your lowest fear(s) and work up from there.
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thank you this helps so much:) I’m only in high school and support really helps thank you again :))
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You’re welcome :) thanks
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