What you’re describing sounds like your mind feels a sudden jolt of tension, and your body releases it by touching things around you. It’s not your fault, and you’re not “losing your mind.” It can be a form of compulsive behavior, often linked to anxiety. Since it’s new and lasting for 2 months, don’t ignore it. Meet a clinical psychologist soon early help makes recovery easier. You’re stronger than you think for noticing it and wanting to change..
Next Steps
Notice the trigger each time the urge comes, pause and ask, “what thought or feeling hit me just before I touched things?” Awareness is the first step..
Slow the cycle instead of fighting the urge, try grounding: press your feet firmly on the floor, take 2–3 slow breaths, then decide if you still need to touch..
Write it down keep a small notebook or phone note. Track when it happens, what you felt, and how you responded. Patterns will show..
Don’t isolate share with one trusted person. Carrying it alone fuels fear.
Health Tips
Don’t fight the urge harshly. The harder you resist, the stronger it bounces back. Instead, pause, breathe, and give yourself a few seconds before reacting.
Ground your body. Keep something small in your pocket like a coin or a bead — and when the urge comes, hold it tight instead of reaching out to touch everything.
Lower the stress load. Good sleep, daily movement, and even 10 minutes of quiet time ease the pressure that feeds compulsions.