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ocd is the most stressful thing in my life. it constantly controls me,what i eat, what i do, i am constantly in flight or fight and i feel trapped in my own mind. does anyone else with severe ocd have any tips to help combat it? i just want my life back
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Anonymous 19h

Hi girl. Me too. I know it sounds counter intuitive, but for me, the best thing is to just sit with that anxiety. It will pass. Doing compulsions is what keeps you stuck. When you feel like you have to do a compulsion, resist. It will feel unnatural, it will feel wrong, but it’s not. The threats you feel you are experiencing are not real. It will pass. I’m not a therapist—please consider getting one if you haven’t already—and I don’t know what kind of OCD you have,but this is what works for me.

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Anonymous 17h

I was diagnosed with severe ocd at 15 years old. I understand how you feel. Sometimes the best thing you can do is learn to be uncomfortable. If you ever need anyone to speak to I’m here for you. I know sometimes the thoughts can get overwhelming and make you feel horrible

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Anonymous 16h

Just gotta face the fear and prove to your brain that it is irrational, it worked for me

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 19h

Also feel free to message me if you need someone to talk to! 💕

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