Does anyone feel like they are doing really well for a while, and then one day it's just like SIKE...... instant overwhelming Intrusive thoughts & you feel like you're back to square one. That is kinda where I am right now. What has worked best for you when this happens?

Yes, but that’s normal. Recovery isn’t linear, if anything the bad days are another opportunity to practice ERP and heal

That’s me today. Haven’t been this bad in a while. I prayed and cried and then did my best to calm down and say “ok back to my recovery”

Yes! Honestly for me it’s back and fourth from day to day. So unfortunately I think you just have to wait it out… I know it really sucks to hear that but I’m starting to understand why we need to sit with the anxiety. We get so use to it and tried of it that it goes away and we finally get back to our right mind. I’d say distractions are the best during this time. Don’t avoid though! Like go on walks or work out or paint or something like that :)

Maybe try mindfulness when you feel overwhelmed because it’s easier to let the thoughts go when you are calm