When You Have OCD

A blog for people who have OCD. This blog is run by Gandalf, just your average disaster bi (she/they) and Luna, a smoll girl finding her way (she/her). We're basing it off of our own experiences and yours. Submissions and asks are always welcome as long as they're not rude or nsfw Avatar by FDASuarez

[anxieybananafana]

hello, i’ve recently written a poetry book called Sparks to Ignite the Rain. it’s on amazon and here’s the link. it’d mean a lot if you promoted it. thank you so much for your consideration❤️

the book is about my experiences with my mental health and my growth through the period. of two years. it includes pictures of the hat i consider the beauties of the world. i hope you enjoy it❤️

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[whenocdd]

❤️💓💖How are you doing? 💕🖤

Hey! I don’t know how long this ask has been here but I’m okay. It’s been a very long time, I’m in university right now which is closed due to corona. Things sure have had their ups and downs but I’m just moving forward I guess. Thanks for checking up on me! And sorry I answered so so so late🥺❤️

[whenocdd]

When OCD

when you have sexual intrusive thoughts about that one person you hate

[cwote]

You are worth it :))

[pure-o-soft]

Do you ever think about your emotions and the thoughts going through your head and think… I can’t believe that’s me thinking those things ? it doesn’t seem like me? I can’t stand that it’s me?

That’s because that’s not you. You’re not the intrusive thoughts that run through your head, or the anger you felt at a friend. You aren’t the sadness and the shame, the violence and the nothingness or the things that sneak up on you and take a hold of your mind.

That’s not you. Don’t let yourself forget that. This isn’t who you’re supposed to be and it doesn’t define who you are.

[musical-chick-13]

[whenocdd]

Thank you for your page, it really helped with my thoughts. I was spiraling and your page was helpful and a great distraction.

Hey!

You're welcome. We really try to use this blog to help others through sharing experiences and relatable thought processes.

I sincerely hope that you're feeling more secure and at peace with your OCD. It's extremely hard work to get better, but don't think it's for nothing because everyone gets momentary relapses and they don't mean you're not doing well.

We're glad to help you get better, even if it's just for a little while. Best of luck for the future!

-Luna

[antimanic-alkali]

Me when my entire class equates OCD to being a neat freak:

@spoookystardust

[phagiamania]

dermatophagia/dermatillomania needs to be recognised more

it is a real mental issue

we can not simply stop

it is often not a form of self harm, most don’t pick for the purpose of maiming themselves

it is an addiction

we should not feel the need to be embarrassed by our skin

[whenocdd]

When OCD

When your OCD is really calming down and you think you might be getting better but all of a sudden you have new fears and a whole different OCD theme

[ocdiguess]

The fact that ur having intrusive thoughts abt something means that that thing is the opposite of who you are. It’s absolutely against what you stand for and your ocd/mental illness is using it against you. The intrusive thought puts it there because it’s something that will make you feel bad about yourself. It’s engineered to make you feel like a bad person, but your recognition that those thoughts are bad proves the opposite. You are a good person.

[recovering-and-healing]

Things to say to someone who has OCD

1 - Don’t say – Oh I’m a bit OCD too, you should see my CD collection.

DO SAY – I don’t actually know that much about OCD, can you tell me a bit more about it.

2 - Don’t say – You’ve not got anything to worry about, you’ve got a great life

DO SAY – I’m sorry that you feel so anxious/worried, what do you think might help and can I do anything? (NB this does not include reassurance for someone with OCD)

3 - Don’t say – I’m sure you didn’t leave the gas on/didn’t hit that person with your car (fill in with whatever the OCD worry might be)

DO SAY –  I know not checking is hard and anxiety provoking so I’m just going to sit here with you/give you a hug to make you feel better. (Always ask 1st - if it’s okay to touch them).

4 - Don’t say – I think you’re giving the anxiety/OCD too much power

DO SAY – Anxiety / OCD are little sneaks and you’re going to kick their ass. I know you’re doing everything you can and I think you’re amazing.

[positiveautistic-deactivated202]

You are not a bad person for having violent intrusive thoughts.

[whenocdd]

All OCD sub-types are valid. You’re never alone.

[whenocdd]

Important

So I believe I owe you guys an apology, I’ve been very inactive and I have no excuse truly. But I have an idea. I’m looking for some mods to help me run this account. So if you’re interested and want to help, please message me and we’ll talk and everything. Thank you❤️

[brimay]

all of my fellow introverts and old souls, please remember that there is no shame in:

not enjoying parties 

preferring a relaxed conversation to a big social gathering

not drinking or smoking 

thinking a lot 

listening instead of talking

not seeing the point in skipping classes

needing time to yourself

[positivevibesandflowers]

Comparison will kill you

[selfcare-bot]

<3 !!!!

please take a deep breath and relax 🌺