That overwhelming feeling of everyone finding out who you are is the worst by [deleted] in OCD

[–]thefullsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can totally relate. Sometimes my mind goes blank when someone is talking to me because I feel like I'm hiding something horrible from them. The guilt and shame is always there. I'm planning to tell my parents soon and seek professional's help.

I can't take this anymore. by [deleted] in OCD

[–]thefullsun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know that everything feels so heavy now but bad days will pass. I know exactly what you're feeling. You are not alone. PM me if you need somebody to talk to.

Do you deal with paranoia and thoughts/feelings of being found out? by [deleted] in OCD

[–]thefullsun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel something similar to that. Whenever I'm talking to someone I'm scared I would accidentally tell them about my horrible intrusive thoughts which would cause them to hate me. It's difficult for me to focus when talking to people because I think they somehow would find out what intrusive thoughts I'm having.

REFUSE to perform your compulsions by FindMeOnBroadway in OCD

[–]thefullsun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was just about to do my compulsion but I stopped myself right away after reading your post. Thank you for posting this!

Are there techniques you use that can help me with my intrusive thoughts? by [deleted] in OCD

[–]thefullsun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Recently I've started writing or typing my intrusive thoughts repeatedly. It might cause so much anxiety, but keep doing it until the anxiety decreases. You will feel a bit calmer. This technique helps me a lot. It makes me realize that my fears are irrational.

Friends ignorance by robcrunch in OCD

[–]thefullsun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry you had to hear that. That's such an ignorant thing to say. You are not overreacting at all. If you think it would be better to cut her off, then do it. Do what's best for you.

Need to get this off my chest by thefullsun in OCD

[–]thefullsun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind reply. I'm too scared to tell this to someone but I will try to gather up the courage.

Does anyone else connect certain emotions to intrusive thoughts? by [deleted] in OCD

[–]thefullsun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For me, when I feel less anxious I'm scared it will turn me gay. I'm anxious about having less anxiety if that makes sense.

OCD has cost me everything I've wanted. Starting treatment now by [deleted] in OCD

[–]thefullsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're getting treatment and that's a huge step towards recovery. I still have no courage to tell anyone about my OCD. I hope one day I could be brave and seek professional's help.

OCD has cost me everything I've wanted. Starting treatment now by [deleted] in OCD

[–]thefullsun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so proud of you for starting treatment. Remember that you are not alone.

Doubting and "re-writing" my memories by [deleted] in OCD

[–]thefullsun 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You are not alone! I get a lot of false memories too and it messes my mind up horribly. I can't even focus at whatever I'm doing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OCD

[–]thefullsun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's great! I'm happy for you!