Hey everyone. Need some advise. My bf told me that he thinks I use my OCD as an excuse to get out of things. Like riding his four wheeler through the mud and watching horror movies. I am terrified of catching some sort of infection from the muddy water surrounding his property and the images from horror movies fuel my religious ocd and also make their way into my intrusive thoughts. Any suggestions on what to say to him to explain how I’m feeling? We have been together forever and I really want him to understand so we can work together to lesson my fears. Thanks :)

I’m one of Jehovah’s Witnesses :)

There's a differed between avoiding bc of OCD and avoiding for your mental health and sanity. Maybe you're avoiding riding the four wheeler due to OCD but the horror movie avoidance sounds sensical. We live in an oversaturated overwhelming world and there is so much suffering and badness in real life already, why do we need it in our entertainment? But idk for sure, hope you find a solution that works for you

Ocd can be difficult for relationships but once your partner becomes educated I think it helps

I refuse to watch horror movies because of my Bible based beliefs. I think I’m any relationship, ocd involved or not, you have a right to explain to him why you would rather not watch those movies. The muddy water 4wheeling would be a great erp but maybe you aren’t there yet. Explain him that. He might feel overwhelmed due to ocd (my husband has been there too, it is normal.) maybe he just wants to spend time with you without you feeling stressed. Compromise on something you both enjoy.

@halespineapple18 when you said "Bible based beliefs" I knew you were a sister! :) I wish there was a direct messaging function on here.

I have this issue also. You can simply start by educating him About OCD and maybe he can assist you with some ERP.

@halespineapple18 I'd love to chat as well! I know a couple of JWs who suffer from OCD. You can message me on instagram if you want: wildflower.life

@halespineapple18 I completely agree! what is your religion/denomination, if you don't mind my asking?

@wildflower Aw! I wish there was too, I would love to chat with fellow witnesses on ocd :)