Real event ocd related Why cant I forgive myself for what I did? I have a heavy guilt and the strong will to confess to everyone. I think i cant forgive me and that I probably already confessed in public and this can be a bad thing. I wish I could take what I did, along wirh ocd to my grave

"Pure" OCD

Anonymous

Date posted: 5y

I have the same problem and suffer with pure o and real event ocd. Except mine goes one step further and I think I’ve gone viral on the internet. Even though there’s never been proof I always do the what if. It makes me crazy wondering if I’m sitting on the internet somewhere or if someone bashed me because of my wild past. Since the internet is at the top of my fingers and can be accessed easily it’s a hard compulsion to not do. Just know you are not alone. I feel much shame over the past. We are all here for you. Sending love. Warm hug ❤️

Heello

Date posted: 5y

Hi, how are doing? I start to feel an anxiety attack again over real event ocd so I came back here on this post, trying to feel better

Anonymous

Date posted: 5y

@Newstage Hey! I’m doing ok today, how are you holding up? I know the feeling. Sometimes I feel fine and then OCD creeps up randomly to ruin my day. Just accept the anxiety coming in, label it, don’t judge it, and sit with it. This wave will pass. You are safe in the present moment and don’t need to worry about this.

Heello

Date posted: 5y

@Anxiousgirl Yes. I am trying to just sit with the thoughts and let them go normally. Glad you feeling fine. I wish nocd add the tag about real event in the future.

Anonymous

Date posted: 5y

@Newstage I would love if they make that tag! It’s kind of different compared to the other ocd subtypes. But I’ve learned that OCD really takes guilt and shame to the next level. It’s important to practice self compassion. I watch a lot of shows and movies where worst case scenarios happen and that doesn’t help my OCD either. I think it’s important to remember that life is uncertain for everyone and we are all in the same boat regardless of what goes on in our life. Focus on who you are TODAY. Past mistakes help you become the best version of yourself. One thing my therapist keeps teaching me is focusing on the NOW.

Cece2021

Date posted: 4y

Hello! I suffer from the exact same thing. Thank you for your post. It’s always nice to feel not alone!

Heello

Date posted: 5y

Thanks for the reply. I will do this right now. I cant cope anymore with my mistakes

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