Hello,
Thank you for sharing your experience so openly. It sounds quite distressing to have these repeated thoughts and the sense of guilt that comes with them. Anyone going through this would feel overwhelmed.
Since you have been diagnosed with OCD, what you are experiencing is a common pattern—unwanted intrusive thoughts or images that feel uncomfortable and difficult to control, followed by guilt and overthinking. It is important to understand that these thoughts do not reflect your intentions or character; they are a part of the condition.
At times, you may also be linking these experiences with self-doubt or negative self-image, which can increase distress. The more we try to analyse or fight these thoughts, the more they tend to persist.
You can begin with a few gentle steps:
Try to notice the thoughts without engaging deeply with them
Avoid repeatedly analysing whether the thought or behaviour was right or wrong
Gently shift your attention to another activity when the thoughts arise
Practice simple breathing or grounding techniques when you feel anxious
Most importantly, OCD responds well to structured therapy such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Working with a trained mental health professional can help you gradually reduce the intensity of these thoughts and your reaction to them.
You don’t have to handle this alone, and with the right support, things can improve.
Warm regards,
Dr Namita Ranjan
Counselling Psychologist
Answered2026-05-05 13:49:37
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