Videos from Ali feel like a hug. A big hug from someone who understands the pain. I don't know where I'd be without this woman and I wish she knew how grateful I am to her. I developed OCD last year (also previously having irrational fears as a younger person such as developing infections, however I don't think they were OCD as they did not dominate my thinking and daily life). I have only ever had one theme which I will not specify as I do not wish to trigger anyone here. However I will say that this theme is one of the only things I DEEPLY fear so this might just be the only theme I ever have which is why I need to get out of it soon. I haven't been doing amazing lately but I am definitely better than I was this time last year. This time last year, I had no life. All day, every day I did compulsions. My physical compulsions were limited to research and reassurance as my theme is a pure-o type. I unfortunately fell down today but I will get through this and you will too! Ali Greymond saved me. Now it's my turn to do the hard part. You have got this! No matter how severe your OCD is. My OCD was so bad when it started that I did nothing but ruminate and do compulsions. I was in another universe! OCD land as Ali says ahaha. And I am autistic so it was very hard for me to see specialists who could help. I learned later that OCD is a subset of autism in some cases. Either way I was always quite a sensitive and anxious child. This theme is my worst nightmare. I have never been more scared of anything. But my OCD knows this! We have to fight back! If doctors can't help you, you can help yourself! You can do this! ❤️
this is why I wish I tried to tackle my ocd sooner. I put up with the compulsions for years because I focused on curing my anxiety and panic attacks and now I have way more compulsions and I’m really struggling to stop them
Thank you very much for reinforcing this point Ali. As you say, it's when the thought happens suddenly and you are unprepared that you question it's validity instead of just disregarding. Thanks again, I really appreciate you
Thank you Ali for this well needed reminder!! You truly know how old works and you have recovered and that gives us hope that we can too! Well done and THANK YOU AGAIN xxxx
What does she mean by solving it? I have harm ocd and there no way to solve it. So im stuck on the same thought.. I disregard and choose not to react. Is that solving it? I dont understand what she means by this
Im not a psychologist nor an expert by any means (so take everything I say with some caution) but I think she means the following: Many people that suffer/live with OCD feel the urge to solve a certain problem. Imagine a puzzle that only misses one piece, and as soon as you find that piece and think the puzzle is complete, another empty spot opens up (temporary relief, but long-term frustration and anxiety). So, the problem are the obsessions and the urge to solve it will manifest as compulsions. The puzzle, no matter how many times you think you solve it, stays incomplete. Instead of engaging in trying to solve the puzzle, just say bye bye to the puzzle and start playing a game that actually adds value to your life. In my own experience (which wasn't harm OCD), doing the opposite thing of what you want to do, can be very helpful. Again, I'm not an expert, but it seems to me that the category of OCD you have is of very little importance (due to the fact that the puzzle will never be solved, so if you don't have HOCD anymore, you will get another form most likely). In my case, I was intellectually aware of what I needed to do, but my body and brain weren't. Panic and anxiety don't speak English. They speak from experience. So overcoming OCD is in the most basic form holding your ground when feeling anxious. I think we can all agree that having that ability will not only help us during OCD moments but probably for the rest of your life. The point is, the anxiety won't get less, you will just get braver. All in all, disregarding it can be a helpful strategy in my opinion, but it is very tricky (how do you disregard it? can u be sure u disregarded it? etc etc). I have tried ridiculing or rationalising my thoughts. For example, I had a period where I thought I was psychotic even though I showed no symptoms. I told myself I was doing pretty well for a guy that had a psychosis and that even in the slight chance that I had it, I would probably still be able to lead a healthy and productive life etc.. Of course, this cannot be done for every thought (some of them just make no sense). TL;DR hold your ground when you feel anxious. Maybe even expose yourself to it voluntarily (because you are brave) and feel that the anxiety subsides. Do this enough times and form a habit out of it. You will show your body and brain who is in control. Furthermore, if you are struggling in daily life to a high extend, please seek help from a trained professional. Your level of suffering can be treated. Wish you the best!
I have a question about recovery. I have been doing a lot of erp recently and the thoughts started switching but I felt like my mind was now on multiple thoughts the old and the new ones is this a common thing or am losing my mind?
this is normal because ocd is trying to back you back into a reaction. push through and choose to not react. i know, its easier said than done but you can do it ;)
@@catsinthekitchen3 yes exactly what saazshi said.. Choose to disregard.. And not react... If you thoughts are switching.. Its cause your OCD has no power over you and its trying to find a thought that will you get to react.. Ali has a video on it.. Always remember to disregard and dont react. ❤
Videos from Ali feel like a hug. A big hug from someone who understands the pain. I don't know where I'd be without this woman and I wish she knew how grateful I am to her. I developed OCD last year (also previously having irrational fears as a younger person such as developing infections, however I don't think they were OCD as they did not dominate my thinking and daily life). I have only ever had one theme which I will not specify as I do not wish to trigger anyone here. However I will say that this theme is one of the only things I DEEPLY fear so this might just be the only theme I ever have which is why I need to get out of it soon. I haven't been doing amazing lately but I am definitely better than I was this time last year. This time last year, I had no life. All day, every day I did compulsions. My physical compulsions were limited to research and reassurance as my theme is a pure-o type. I unfortunately fell down today but I will get through this and you will too! Ali Greymond saved me. Now it's my turn to do the hard part. You have got this! No matter how severe your OCD is. My OCD was so bad when it started that I did nothing but ruminate and do compulsions. I was in another universe! OCD land as Ali says ahaha. And I am autistic so it was very hard for me to see specialists who could help. I learned later that OCD is a subset of autism in some cases. Either way I was always quite a sensitive and anxious child. This theme is my worst nightmare. I have never been more scared of anything. But my OCD knows this! We have to fight back! If doctors can't help you, you can help yourself! You can do this! ❤️
this is why I wish I tried to tackle my ocd sooner. I put up with the compulsions for years because I focused on curing my anxiety and panic attacks and now I have way more compulsions and I’m really struggling to stop them
Don't worry about that. More themes the better. You're a pro now. Fuck OCD.
All the audio from these vids is on Spotify by the way, so good to listen to on the go
I’m so glad I found Ali, there is no doubt she’s helped me get through some really tough times, you’ve got to trust this process, as hard as it is ❤️
Once again, Ali, thank you for the much needed reminder, especially with this COVID virus that is the first thing you wake up to . Be safe.
Thank you very much for reinforcing this point Ali. As you say, it's when the thought happens suddenly and you are unprepared that you question it's validity instead of just disregarding. Thanks again, I really appreciate you
Thank you Ali for this well needed reminder!! You truly know how old works and you have recovered and that gives us hope that we can too! Well done and THANK YOU AGAIN xxxx
Your videos are SO helpful. Thank you so much.
Dear thank you so much for making such a Wonderful video
Im a huge packet of OCD. This sucks. It will take a long time to recover, if I ever recover.
Keep going on this great work ❤️
I like your introduction sound "Hi Everyone "
Very helpful thanks ali ❤
Using this video for as a compulsion but still this compulsion is good
ON THE MONEY >>YES !!!!!
Constantly focusing on derealization/depersonalization, even when the OCD anxiety is not that bad. How do I do ERP for this?
I'm having a relapse, does anyone have any advice?
Hi, I'm pretty sure Ali has already done one on relapse. Have a look though her video library, and hope you get better in the future.😊
@@puppycat65481 Okay, I will and thank you for your reponse❤
What does she mean by solving it? I have harm ocd and there no way to solve it. So im stuck on the same thought.. I disregard and choose not to react. Is that solving it? I dont understand what she means by this
Im not a psychologist nor an expert by any means (so take everything I say with some caution) but I think she means the following: Many people that suffer/live with OCD feel the urge to solve a certain problem. Imagine a puzzle that only misses one piece, and as soon as you find that piece and think the puzzle is complete, another empty spot opens up (temporary relief, but long-term frustration and anxiety). So, the problem are the obsessions and the urge to solve it will manifest as compulsions. The puzzle, no matter how many times you think you solve it, stays incomplete. Instead of engaging in trying to solve the puzzle, just say bye bye to the puzzle and start playing a game that actually adds value to your life. In my own experience (which wasn't harm OCD), doing the opposite thing of what you want to do, can be very helpful. Again, I'm not an expert, but it seems to me that the category of OCD you have is of very little importance (due to the fact that the puzzle will never be solved, so if you don't have HOCD anymore, you will get another form most likely). In my case, I was intellectually aware of what I needed to do, but my body and brain weren't. Panic and anxiety don't speak English. They speak from experience. So overcoming OCD is in the most basic form holding your ground when feeling anxious. I think we can all agree that having that ability will not only help us during OCD moments but probably for the rest of your life. The point is, the anxiety won't get less, you will just get braver. All in all, disregarding it can be a helpful strategy in my opinion, but it is very tricky (how do you disregard it? can u be sure u disregarded it? etc etc). I have tried ridiculing or rationalising my thoughts. For example, I had a period where I thought I was psychotic even though I showed no symptoms. I told myself I was doing pretty well for a guy that had a psychosis and that even in the slight chance that I had it, I would probably still be able to lead a healthy and productive life etc.. Of course, this cannot be done for every thought (some of them just make no sense). TL;DR hold your ground when you feel anxious. Maybe even expose yourself to it voluntarily (because you are brave) and feel that the anxiety subsides. Do this enough times and form a habit out of it. You will show your body and brain who is in control. Furthermore, if you are struggling in daily life to a high extend, please seek help from a trained professional. Your level of suffering can be treated. Wish you the best!
@@shreqt1515 thank you
@@shreqt1515 I know your comment wasn't meant for me, but I read it and it was helpful, so thank you too.
I have a question about recovery. I have been doing a lot of erp recently and the thoughts started switching but I felt like my mind was now on multiple thoughts the old and the new ones is this a common thing or am losing my mind?
this is normal because ocd is trying to back you back into a reaction. push through and choose to not react. i know, its easier said than done but you can do it ;)
@@preeque Thank u for replying ❤✌🏻
@@catsinthekitchen3 yes exactly what saazshi said.. Choose to disregard.. And not react... If you thoughts are switching.. Its cause your OCD has no power over you and its trying to find a thought that will you get to react.. Ali has a video on it.. Always remember to disregard and dont react. ❤