TW I just had a super unwanted exposure I was playing a video game and turned around and saw something on this tv programme which was horrible and I feel really tense right now and I feel scared and disgusted. How can I calm myself it keeps playing in my head

It’s understandable that you’re feeling overwhelmed and anxious right now. I can only give you suggestions because at the end of the day you know urself the best. First of all I’d start off by thinking logically- reminding yourself you’re not your thoughts and your OCD is triggered right now. This seems silly and simple but actually reminding yourself why these things keep playing in your head can help ease some of that panic. Accept the fact these images keep playing in your head and just observe them, try not to judge them but just calmly let them wash by. If possible getting outside for a nice walk or sitting in a garden can be a great way to distract yourself, listen to some music, try some mindfulness activities such as drawing or painting or simply just making a cup of tea. Anything which can be comforting and sadly it’s just a case of waiting for this moment to pass but remind yourself that it’s temporary and you won’t feel this way forever! Hope this helped xxx