cmac1339
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267d ago
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JohnG
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267d ago
Same here. However, oftentimes people around us can tell that something is wrong or bothering us and they will worry about us anyways. Oftentimes though, opening up to them can help them as well by letting them know what the problem actually is.
cmac1339
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267d ago
True but iny case they’re well aware of what I’m going through. Almost feels like it’s self inflicted because of how stubborn i am. I do ask for reassurance from time to time and sometimes it sets me off. I want to get better for my family i just feel like I’m making everyone suffer.
JohnG
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267d ago
I understand what you mean and have felt the same way. However I would offer... 1. OCD is not self inflicted, as nothing we did caused this. And I would hesitate to call it being stubborn. Fighting OCD and compulsions can be very difficult and unpleasant. Some days we may slip up, but that's cause we're human. 2. You're not "making" anyone suffer. If someone suffers from worrying about you, that just means that they care about you. Some ways I think we can help ease their concern though is by letting them know that we are seeking help and trying to get better. Also, letting them know when we do make progress, however small, can give them hope as well that things are getting better.