Really struggling with the idea of death, scares the shit out of me. My OCD has really clung to this and all I can think about is my Loved ones are going to die one day and so am I. I’m flooded with so many emotions ranging from fear to guilt. It’s gotten to the point where the thought of death is always in the back of my mind 24/7. I’ve been having nightmares about it now and will wake up in a full blown panic. Anyone deal with something like this? And any tips to move past this?

This happens to me, too! You are not alone. I have been worried about death lately and had a panic attack yesterday when driving past a cemetery. Death is life’s biggest uncertainty and inevitability that stresses most people out, whether they have OCD or not. What works for me is focusing on the present and not worrying about the future. I know that’s easier said than done, but you really are not alone.

I deal with this every night and day and all I can say is to try your best to stay strong and not to let those thoughts get in the way of you living your life enjoying the moments you do have with your family I know it’s hard trust me it’s in my mind all the time too

I get that intrusive thought ALOT when I’m trying to fall asleep. My brain will be nice and calm and then all the sudden it goes “some day, you have to die. You can’t stop it.” And then panic ensues. The only thing that stops it is reminding myself that worrying isn’t going to change the outcome. No matter how much I think about it. So I might as well just live in the present moment

Been there. Acceptance is going to be your friend on this one. Death is inevitable. Nothing, absolutely nothing will stop it. It is the one certain we all have. If you get into a place of Accepting that and realizing you want to live and love and make as many memories as possible and that you aren't going to let this worry of death steal another moment from you... that's where you'll find your peace... by choosing to live!