What if I said something wrong?

[EdwarddrorbParticipant]

Hi: I think I have OCD, one reason is that after a phone call or text, I normally get stressed and wonder and wonder if I’ve said something rude or wrong? I know Ocd can make you worry about anything but how can you deal with whatever you think you typed or after a call or text? I just want to relax and stop worrying about this all the time

[wannabefreeParticipant]

Sometimes, whatever we say will offend someone. They just take offence at everything… And because we are trying to please as many as possible… We are set up to fail right from the word go…  l have had this problem with church in the past…

We cannot control them.

Saying what we feel is being honest with ourselves… Assuming others have a right to their feelings, then, by the same ruling, so do we…

It’s not easy, is it?

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If you want to talk to someone who understands, you can also contact the OCD Action Helpline – our Helpline volunteers provide confidential 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:

• phone: 0300 636 5478
• email: support@ocdaction.org.uk

You can also find out about support groups on our website. These offer a safe place where you can talk openly about OCD and support other people too. Our information about UK-based groups can be found here:

• Local independent support groups: https://ocdaction.org.uk/i-need-support/local-support/
• OCD Action Skype/Phone/Zoom support groups: https://ocdaction.org.uk/i-need-support/ocd-action-skype-phone-zoom-support-groups/

If you don’t live in the UK, you can look for groups near you on the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) website. Look in the section “Find Help” and then under “Listing Types”, choose “Support Groups”: https://iocdf.org/

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

Best wishes,

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