What do you do to stop seeking reassurance from others

[lmontParticipant]

Hi everyone,

I have had ocd on and off for over 20 years. My recent bout takes on the form of harm OCD. When I have a thought, action or impulse I feel the overwhelming need to speak to my partner. However I have abused this so much that my partner cannot listen anymore and I need to make some big changes. May I ask other people what do you do instead of talking about it as a way of reassurance? Any help and/or advice would be greatly appreciated.

[ArchiveParticipant]

Hi there. Just stop. Literally, Just stop asking. For just a few hours to start with. Believe it or not. It actually works. And people around us start to like us again.

This all sounds too good to be true, but, give it a go. You may be amazed at the results, and you will have done it for yourself.

Welcome!

Wannabe

[ArchiveParticipant]

Wannabefree’s blog on Friday night this week (15/09/2023) will be looking at the awful risks we take when seeking reassurance from those around us…

[lmontParticipantParticipant]

@Wannabefree how do I access the blog?

[ArchiveParticipant]

Hi there. It is an ordinary regular post in the forum for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.  I don’t know how to do a proper blog as such. I just write it as an ordinary post, in a thread marked blog, as I  intend to try to update it every Friday evening at about the same time. Well, that’s the intention anyway! It gives me something to do… And this is about the limit of my capabilities! 🙂🙂🙂🙂

Wannabe

[Forum Moderators]

Hi:

Forum Moderators here – just checking in, as it’s been a while since you posted your topic.

We want to be sure you know that, in addition to contacting the OCD Action Helpline and Email Service, you can visit our website’s Resources page: https://ocdaction.org.uk/resources/

You’ll find lots of helpful web-based resources on topics such as:

• An introduction to OCD
• Assessment and Diagnosis
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Exposure and Response Prevention
• Funding specialist treatment
• Getting a Yes from the NHS
• Good Quality CBT with ERP
• Making the Most of Therapy
• Medication for OCD
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
• Preparing for a GP Appointment
• Primary Care for Adults
• Reassurance seeking
• Secondary Care for Adult
• Support for Families and Carers
• Treatment Options
• Treatments Not Recommended for OCD
• What to Look for in a Therapist
• Your Journey through the NHS

We hope you find this helpful!

Forum Moderators

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