Fear of dropping things.

[NigelParticipant]

Hello.

I’ve been away from the forum for some time. I used to post light hearted comedy sketches in the Coffee Area based on my experiences with checking.

I’m coping but I’m scared. Sometimes I feel like I’m doing really well & then it’s like I could fall apart.

I’ve suffered anxiety for many years & noticed OCD in 2009. Well, someone pointed it out to me, I just noticed I wasn’t acting as I normally would.

It started after mum passed away about losing things specially any thing attached to her, even scraps of paper. This developed into worrying about losing anything or those I care about losing things. I’ve gone from spending 3 hours checking every morning to 5 to 10 minutes. But then it feels like I’m going backwards. I started making listed of everything I carry. Now I don’t those lists. I know the cycle and that making lists it fuelling the OCD.

It’s weird because I am hear to ask for your similar stories and support but as I am writing this partly seeking the dreaded reassurance, it’s clear that its OCD pestering me. I should just say enjoying every minute is better than worrying over materials. It’s not so easy though.

 

It would be great to hear from you.

 

Thanks

 

Nice to meet you.

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