Recent content by Mari17

I completely understand! This happens to me too. May I ask what other kinds of things you overthink or worry about?

I understand, because I struggle with this same kind of thing. I think that people with OCD tend to put a lot of weight on feelings. But feelings tell us many things, and not all of them are true. I think we have to learn to assess feelings using our logic and good judgment. Also, we have the...

I'm sorry you're struggling! I know how tricky OCD can be. What are strategies you have for dealing with other obsessions, that you could apply to this one? What kinds of strategies are helpful for you?

In your opinion, what does the verse mean?

Obsessing about salvation is quite common with OCD. Do you have any help for dealing with your OCD? You may find these resources helpful: https://www.youtube.com/@marktdejesus Blog - Scrupulosity.com Mental Health - ACCFS Breaking Free of OCD: My Battle With Mental Pain and How God Rescued Me...

Have you ever watched Mark DeJesus' videos about OCD on YouTube?

I understand how it is with OCD! What do YOU think you should do?

This article about people with OCD struggling with the unpardonable sin may be helpful. Eckert also has other articles about scrupulosity topics, including the unpardonable sin in particular, on her blog, so it may be worth checking out. I'm also happy to share links to other resources about...

Do you have anyone to help you deal with your OCD? For example, a therapist, pastor, friend, etc.? Or any helpful resources?

You are right, that kind of thing CAN become a compulsion for people with OCD. So we have to be careful of that. What do you find is helpful in dealing with your intrusive thoughts?

This sounds sort of like OCD. Have you obsessed about other things in the past?

I'm glad you could talk to someone who understands! I hope that you continue to get better. Please feel free to reach out at any time!

I'm sorry you are struggling! I know how difficult it is to have OCD. Are you getting any professional help, for example a therapist? Or do you have anyone else to help you with your OCD? I am happy to suggest some resources if you would like. There is a good support group on Facebook, if you...

I am so glad that you are getting some help, and have a supportive husband! I don't know if this would be helpful, but here are some links to websites, and some book titles about religious OCD: Blog - Scrupulosity.com Mental Health - ACCFS Breaking Free of OCD: My Battle With Mental Pain and How...

So glad you are here! I'm glad you have found some encouragement. Do you have any help for your scrupulosity, such as therapy or other people or resources to help you?