Help I’m freaking out!! I saw dog poo around me on the street and I thought that I probably stepped on it but nothing actually stuck to my shoes so I went into my house as usual , and then thought maybe there was a trace of bacteria and it’s all round my carpet should I be worried

Anonymousg

185d ago

You’re seeking for reassurance, do something to distract yourself and deal with the uncomfortable feeling. Best of wishes! <4

Casee

185d ago

I usually don’t ask for help but I just want someone to tell me I’m fine, I just need to be able to get on with my uni work but I can’t stop thinking about it . I googled it and apparently tiny amounts can give me salmonella and I have emetophobia

Santana lopez

185d ago

maybe just focus on the fact that you probably will be ok 👌 and then if you focus on it you might forget about your worries

Horoz

185d ago

Well these types of bacteria are preatty common everywhere so yea they can hurt you but it can happen anytime in your life so you don't really control of your gonna meet sometime with these types of bacteria or no

EKhealth

185d ago

Idk if this will help you but my OCD often revolves around germs and COVID-19, to the point where it can be like I “feel” germs all over the house. If I’m spiraling and need to pull myself together fast, it’s all about distraction. I may do a grounding technique or quick meditation. Something to help me forget what I was worried about just long enough for the anxiety to pass. When I have had more time I actually use the app to do ERP. Not going to lie … that’s resulted in me crying and freaking out in the beginning, but also helped me face some fears and demons so I generally can handle the thought of germs in the house waaaaay better now. If I cleaned like a normal person I know I don’t have to freak out or keep checking/cleaning!