OCD Moms… I’m losing it!

[norma42Participant]

I’m desperate to know if anyone else gets thoughts while in the moment that tell you that you are doing something inappropriately? I feel so alone and I’m shutting down completely. Is this a form of intrusive thoughts that make you think you are acting on it at the moment? Anybody relate? I get moments where I question if any physical contact is inappropriate.“I had another incident last night my daughters hand was touching my arm. I got worried again and then the thought of just letting it be there in an inappropriate way. And I did I think let it be there inappropriately for a second. I really don’t know what the thoughts were. And she only had her hand on my arm. Now I feel hopeless

[johna2Participant]

What you describe is common in ocd. Try to simply let the thoughts be till they fade away. Try not to do any compulsions in order to make yourself feel better. Your daughter will be fine.

[norma42ParticipantParticipant]

I don’t know how to handle this. I feel so guilty!

[johna2Participant]

You are not guilty of anything. It just feels that way. That’s the nature of ocd.

[norma42ParticipantParticipant]

But for a second it was like I agreed and let it be there inappropriately! I just feel horrible

[johna2Participant]

That often happens, but the fact that you reject the thought shows that it was not something that you really desired.

[johna2Participant]

The thought was ego dystonic.

Ego-dystonic refers to <b>thoughts, impulses, and behaviors that are felt to be repugnant, distressing, unacceptable or inconsistent with one’s self-concept</b>.

[norma42ParticipantParticipant]

I’m losing hope

[johna2Participant]

I’ve felt that way too. But I pulled through.

Can you chat to your doctor about how you feel?

[norma42ParticipantParticipant]

Can’t let go that I agreed with the thought that it was   inappropriate and let it be

[dazzling starParticipant]

Norma 42 hi,

 

This is all caused by OCD. Iv had this happen too. The whole thing was due to your OCD. Dont feel guilty, its not your fault!

[norma42ParticipantParticipant]

@dazzling star You have had it make you think you agree with it?

[dazzling starParticipant]

Yes i have. Its all caused by our OCD i hate it!

[Forum Moderators]

Hi:

Forum moderators here; we’re sorry you’re going through a difficult time now. Please don’t ever think you’re alone – OCD Action is here to help you.

And please remember that you can also contact the OCD Action Helpline to talk to or email someone who understands OCD.

Our Helpline volunteers provide confidential help, information and support for people with OCD (and anyone who thinks they may have OCD). Most volunteers have personal experience of OCD; all understand how it can impact your entire life. Contact our Helpline by:

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• email: support@ocdaction.org.uk

And please remember that you’re never alone – OCD Action is always here to help and support you.

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