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waffleswithketchup said 3 years, 10 months ago:

I’m confused. My parents are really worried about me and I understand why. I’m not showering regularly (because of my OCD) and I’m hardly brushing my teeth (more OCD stuff). Also, my computer is full of screenshots because I’m scared of typing swear words into my search bar and I also take screenshots when turning assignments in. (Though I think it’s worth noting that I never actually check my screenshots after I’ve taken them. I delete all of them. It’s just the taking of the screenshots which is the compulsion). And it makes me stressed to read for school.

But also, I’m the happiest I’ve been in a long time, though my OCD is worse. It’s weird. I’m not anxious. I’m annoyed because of my OCD, but I’m not anxious. And it’s obvious that my OCD is really impairing my life, but I feel fine. Like I feel perfectly good. And I’m worried this means I’ve lost some touch with normalcy? Or maybe it’s just because I’m avoiding my OCD triggers. (Or maybe it’s because I’ve been watching way too much youtube and I enjoy watching youtube, so therefore I am happier).

Any advice appreciated. Thanks!

abocd said 3 years, 10 months ago:

I would say that you feel comfortable because your compulsions are working for the moment. But it would be my advice that you start facing these obsessions, short term pain for long term gain. Don't let ocd dictate your life, as in my experience it tends to grow and take up as much room as you allow it.

it's a good thing you're not anxious! Don't ruminate on it, my advice would be just live your life in spite of ocd. Do what you want to do, and embrace uncertainty. I know, Easier said than done but it's possible