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I Need To Change My Way Of Thinking

User Profile: givemetheyeetboys
givemetheyeetboys April 9th, 2021

Hello, first post! Although it's going to be a rather distressing one. I have been having issues lately with feeling uncomfortable around my dad. I'm 23/non-binary, and although my dad tells inappropriate jokes at times, he has always been there for me and I know that he doesn't harbor weird feelings for me. However, I can't seem to convince myself of that and stop feeling uncomfortable around him. He has never done anything inappropriate to me, however, when I was growing up, he'd sometimes make comments pointing out my body features (mostly my breasts, but my mother did this as well). I have pointed this out to him and the comments stopped, but I still feel uncomfortable around him at times. I have OCD so once I have a thought, I think about it constantly, especially if it's distressing. Gotta love mental illness, I tell ya. Any thoughts or suggestions are appreciated.

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User Profile: ouiCherie
ouiCherie April 13th, 2021

@givemetheyeetboys understandable that may make anyone uncomfortable although parents tend to see their kids forever kids.

What are coping strategies to stop the intrusive thoughts for OCD? I'd like to understand OCD further 😊

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User Profile: calmWishes2119
calmWishes2119 April 15th, 2021

Hey there! Have you ever heard of grounding to help with your anxiety? Or have you ever used visual imagery to help stop your thoughts? What kinds of things have helped you in the past? Message me anytime if you want to talk!