Mama in distress😪

I’m sorry you’re going through this, I know you’re supposed to push through and be there anyway but then the ocd ofc flares up and makes up something even worse. It’s all so confusing and I’m so sorry, you’re a good person and a good mom. You’re not alone, I’m not a mom but I’ve read so many posts similar to yours on here or on other forums. You’re not alone, I promise.

Hey! I’m also a mama to my lil boy. You are not alone. I also struggle with the incessant intrusive thoughts - the last I would ever want to do - OCD can be such a pest targeting the things and people we value most. Don’t fight it , surrender and let them have their moment and “expose yourself” to the anxiety of the moment- us reacting and doing our compulsions is what makes them come back again and again- just let the thoughts come up and remind yourself “it’s just my OCD monster again trying to trick me” once you identify it for what it is you give it less power over you- 🙏🏽🙌 from one mama to another- you got this!

My son is 16 and quite handsome (if I do say so myself :). I have had intrusive, sexual thoughts about him and about my husband’s grandkids who are 1 and 4 years old in addition to random children who are strangers. I thought harm OCD was bad - POCD is worse. I had a panic attack for 3 days about the grandkids. They live across the country and I was only looking at pictures their mom sent us. Anyway, one of the amazing NOCD therapists told me “1 and 4 year olds are so hot.” This changed my perspective about ALL OCD. It’s all complete garbage, nothing we really think or feel or want. HOWEVER, the only way to get past is to lean into it, which sounds horrifying, I know. However, I wanted it to pass SO badly, I gave it a try. I not only lean into all my intrusive thoughts, I tell my OCD they are my most favorite thoughts of all time. I embrace them wholeheartedly. And guess what? THE THOUGHTS PASS INSTANTLY. ERP that shit. All day, every day, every thought. Also follow @tabootracie and @alegrakastens on Instagram. If you have a NOCD therapist, attend Tracie’s support groups on Sundays and Tuesdays. She has changed my life.

Hi there, I am not in your particular position but I want to let you know that you are not alone by any means with the thoughts your dealing with. I deal with so many different, crazy, off the wall thoughts and understand how detrimental it can be. I am so proud of you for being strong enough to share you story with us. Please, reach out to an OCD therapist to get treatment if you aren't already. You deserve happiness, love and light in your life. You are not your thoughts, that's exactly why they bother you as they are against your morals. Find some time to practice some self love and care and know that you are an incredibly strong and brave person dealing with OCD. I highly recommend trying grounding exercises: https://www.therapistaid.com/therapy-article/grounding-techniques-article (the 5-4-3-2-1 is my favorite), and try some mindfulness meditation as well. I can't help with the ERP side of things because I haven't began my journey with it yet, but please reach out for help. My thoughts are with you and wish you nothing but the best. You got this.

Sorry you have that happen. That sounds awful but I can see exactly why it might happen. I dont have kids and Im still a teenager but I bet if I ever did Id start worrying about the same stuff. You've probably heard it before but the trick is you just have to accept the possibility maybe you do feel that way maybe you dont even though its awful. Apparently most people without OCD have the same thoughts but they just dont put any meaning behind it so it causes them little distress. The longer you try to get comfortable and seek reassurance the longer youll have to deal with it. Take a leap of faith and pretend to stop caring, and eventually you wont have to pretend because you really wont. Youre only human, stop trying to be perfect and accept maybe you are some weirdo. Eventually you will stop thinking about it and the anxiety will go away because youve taught yourself what youre worrying about is unimportant. I know though its way easier said than done and I still end up occasionally making a post or telling someone to gain assurance im okay, but it really does make living bearable if you do this. Ive had 3 month streaks of 0 OCD. Sadly nobody is in complete control of their thoughts, but you can control how you respond to them and thats the key to stop having this nonsense ruin you.

I’m a mom experiencing harm ocd and it’s mostly about my son, every time I’m close to him I get thoughts and urges to harm him. You’re not alone I’m in therapy now to deal with this but you’ll be fine because you’re a good mom who loves her kids so much I can tell because OCD attacks what you value the most