I tried to explain my intrusive thoughts to my brother for the first time. I’ve never opened up about how dark they get to anyone. He didn’t take it seriously and laughed a little. I don’t know what to do- has anyone had similar experiences?

it is hard to share our situation when people don’t have any clue what it is. You are strong 💪 and do the ERP therapy with a professional who would help you to deal with

Yes-I haven’t sent articles via text on ocd to friends and family who knew I had it but didn’t understand.

So the thing is, everyone has really really dark thoughts. Like EVERYONE. So to someone who isnt obsessed with their thoughts, it seems silly. My sister laughs at mine all the the time and tells me hers and trust me, hers are far worse.