Hi, thank you for sharing your distress so honestly. Intrusive unwanted thoughts can feel extremely frightening and emotionally exhausting, especially when the thoughts go against your values and make you feel guilty or scared. Please remember that intrusive thoughts in OCD are unwanted thoughts and do not mean that you truly want to act on them. Many people with OCD experience distressing intrusive thoughts that feel disturbing and out of control.
Right now, it seems the anxiety, fear, and emotional distress around these thoughts are becoming overwhelming for you. Try not to blame or judge yourself harshly for the thoughts themselves. Instead of fighting every thought, focus on calming your mind and body gradually through breathing exercises, grounding techniques, routine balance, sleep, and reducing constant fear around the thoughts.
ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) and CBT-based therapy can be helpful for OCD symptoms. If possible, continue seeking support from a counselling psychologist or mental health professional experienced in OCD treatment whenever you are able to access support.
Warm regards,
Dr Namita Ranjan
Counselling Psychologist
Answered2026-05-20 12:11:57
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