Hello!
I'm thrilled to be able to give you some advice!
From your written description, I can tell that you are currently 13 years old, feel that you have mild anxiety, and are always worried that you have obsessive-compulsive disorder.
First of all, I don't think it's very appropriate for you to define yourself as mildly anxious. You're not just mildly anxious — you're ready to take control of your health and get back to your usual energetic state! Mild anxiety is a medical condition that requires diagnosis by a qualified hospital in order to determine whether you suffer from it.
If you're dealing with some obsessive thoughts or mild anxiety, we've got great news for you! With our follow-up adjustments, you can start feeling better in no time. And the best part is, we can help you differentiate between normal anxiety and anxiety disorders. If your anxiety has been around for two weeks or less, we've got the perfect solution for you!
For example, if we experience such feelings of anxiety within two weeks, it means that we are just anxious, and the good news is that we can gradually get over it by changing our daily habits or incorporating some new lifestyles!
If you have been feeling this kind of bad emotion for two weeks or more, then as I said at the beginning, you need to go to a regular tertiary hospital for medical treatment and follow the doctor's advice.
It's so important to be aware of anxiety, whether it's an emotion or a disease. The sooner you face it with a scientific attitude, the better! You're already doing great. You're aware that there seems to be a change in your emotions, and you're on the path to figuring it out.
I'd love to hear everyone's opinion on our platform! I think this is a great thing because you've taken the first step to making a change. I believe that in the answers of the respondents, you'll find the answer that resonates with your current state, so you can get back to your usual energetic self!
Now, let's dive into your actual description! I'm excited to analyze your content one by one and help you in any way I can.
From your content, I can tell that you are excited to learn more about OCD! You've seen online that OCD patients will imagine that they are chewing snails in their mouths when they see snails, which is fascinating!
You are actually afraid of this news, and you feel that his behavior is unacceptable and disgusting, similar to these feelings. So you are very afraid that if you also get OCD, you will imagine in your mind how you feel about snails, just like him. This is the point of your unacceptable fear, and it's totally normal!
What you fear is not the act of chewing snails. What you fear is not OCD, but the description of OCD, that is, the snails!
Once we realize it, we can see that what we're really afraid of is the actual description of this Internet user. It's a great opportunity to understand that we can't accept the idea of chewing snails, which is totally normal.
The great news is that there is no equivalent relationship between OCD and snails! This person may have such thoughts about snails, while many other OCD patients will not think this way. It's just that the snails make us feel uncomfortable, so we worry about our OCD.
Therefore, we get to be more mindful of snails, not OCD! This way, we can reduce our level of concern about OCD.
In that case, there's no need to worry about whether we'll have such thoughts because we may suffer from such problems. So what we can do now is to understand where our fear lies. After all, when you're eating later, you'll also think back to this incident, which will make you have this obsessive-compulsive symptom and anxious state again.
We must understand that we and other people are all independent individuals, each with our own differences. And that's a wonderful thing! Some of the comments made by others on the internet are just an elaboration of some of their actual situations and cannot be used as a complete reference.
We've learned about some of the possible manifestations of these people on the Internet, and it's great that we know! Because we know that there is such a pattern of behavior in this world.
And when we feel uncomfortable with the content of these descriptions of people, it's important to remember that it's not the illness itself that we're uncomfortable with, but rather the matter itself.
I truly believe that if you can distinguish between other people's descriptions and your own true feelings, you can look at things relatively objectively and see some of your personal realities. In this way, you will be more rational and will look at the people around you on the basis of understanding their character, which is an amazing thing to be able to do!
Instead, focus on your own situation and don't worry about what others are doing!
I wish you all the best!
Comments
I understand how troubling this must be for you. It's really scary when we start to notice patterns in our thoughts that worry us, especially when they relate to something as distressing as OCD. The fear of developing such symptoms can indeed become a source of anxiety in itself.
It sounds like you're caught in a cycle where your worries about OCD are causing more intrusive thoughts. This is a common experience, and it's important to remember that having these thoughts doesn't mean you have OCD. Many people experience occasional intrusive thoughts, and it's the way we react to them that matters.
The fact that you're recognizing and questioning your thoughts is a good sign. Sometimes, just being aware of what's happening can help lessen the intensity of the anxiety. Have you considered speaking with a mental health professional? They could offer strategies to manage these concerns effectively.
It's natural to feel scared when you encounter thoughts or situations that remind you of OCD. But try not to let the fear dictate your actions. Maybe there are relaxation techniques or mindfulness practices that could help you stay grounded when these thoughts arise.
I can see how challenging this situation is for you. It's great that you're reaching out and sharing your feelings. Talking about your worries can sometimes make them seem less overwhelming. Do you have someone you trust who you can talk to about this?