Well said, it latches onto the smallest things and keeps on growing. Once you stop giving it attention, it will lose its power.

@RedRabbleRouser

2 ай бұрын

Exactly. I heard a specialist say “something can be in your awareness without you giving it direct attention” and I found that very helpful in a practical way. My OCD thoughts pop in, but I refuse to feed them w attention. It’s like starving a weed from sunlight, it withers over time.

this made something click for me, thank you thank thank you 😭

@OCDrecoveryNick

2 ай бұрын

We are glad to hear that!

This really sucks and I'm tired.

@RedRabbleRouser

2 ай бұрын

I relate. I send you my love and solidarity. You will be okay. Take care of yourself.

Im sure whats going on with me but iv started noticeing alot of behavuor pattens in myself , if im honist im very scared

The challenge i have is nocturnal anxiety attacks which occur nightly. During these episodes i ferl really scared. How does one manage this

@OCDrecoveryNick

2 ай бұрын

Hey Murph - we have to learn to make peace with them even if we don't sleep, this is possible as I had this quite severely as well

Hi can ocd make you feel this thought or image is good you like this ?

@drestarr876

2 ай бұрын

Yep

@OCDrecoveryNick

2 ай бұрын

OCD can do it all

Someone with real attractions, has done bad sex acts to people and animals recoverable?

@OCDrecoveryNick

2 ай бұрын

Acceptance applies to all and acceptance doesn't mean agreement