Ok, I am finally coming to terms with this darn thing, and really need to overcome it. I feel that I have SO much potential in life, and am on the cusp of something, but not without addressing the OCD issue. The problem is, I think to much. However, thinking has let me figure a lot of stuff out at an early age, and I have been acknowleged for it. Wheter its gambling, worrying, computer use, rumination about what people said, and about past relationships, it takes up SO much of my time, and how I am finishing school next month, truly is a miracle. Medication is out of the question. I really think I can overcome this on my own. I would say I have been dealing with it for over a decade, and have really noticed it within the last five years. Thanks. Other then that, I really am a good person. I am kind, senstive, witty, positive, however, my one flaw happens to be this curse. Thanks.
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Buy two kittens and watch them play....or take up multiple hobbies to keep your mind active and alive.  Drugs may be out there to "help" but they also cause side-effects that are less than desirable.  Find ways to embrace the OCD in you by keeping busy!  :)
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wow.... nice one !...  you do have some great questions ! as tempting as it might be to have this ability ... which is really akin to a superpower lol.. I would have to pass on it...your mind is  one of the few things in life that is still private... and should remain so.....   lets face it we all  have thoughts sometime that  pass thru our minds  that could be  misinterpreted... that we would never act on .. or that if the thought was known it  might be hurtful to some one  to know it..luckily there is a part in our brain that inhibits us from  just expressing any thought that passes thru...and  for any one to be privy to  that   would negate  that part of you.. and cause more harm than good for yourself as well as  others....
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Hello! I think the answers you were given are very encouraging :-) ... might try it as well. Can well imagine that it will work. The link below is an EFT guide... I will have a look through it but maybe you know it already. Everything is about not postponing the decision to do it now :-) ... no harm can be done, I suppose. Some therapies work for some people, other's don't :o) . Best of luck!
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I feel that the United States doctors are going crazy w/ this diagnosis. I feel this is something you can help on you own.  I think that this is a super crazy world w/ tons of things going on in our lives at once and because of this, some of us have a hard time focusing.  You need to practice focusing possibly w/ the everyday use of meditation you could over come this so call disorder.
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wow..thanks for sharing that..and i believe it is all so true..you have a lot of knowlege good for you..this really made me think about myself as a person..i hope more people read this maybe it will help them..thanks for making me stop and think about myself as a person...
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I am engaged to a wonderful man who had the same problem growing up.  He has always said that the best thing he could do under those circumstances was be himself, and although it was not always easy, things always managed to work out for the best in the long run.  I am certain you probably have heard that before and it was probably not what you wanted to hear, but it's the truth.  Best of luck to you!  Hope it works out!
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I am glad you are having a positive experieince here. Don't sit in front of the computer too long. I can hardly control my self. It is a fun place huh? Good luck. Hope to help you sometime.
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I think it sounds like you are right.  Recognizing your problem is a good thing, you are already on your way to getting better.  OCD is related to an anxiety disorder and is very treatable.  No one can diagnose you online.  You need to see a professional for a diagnosis - like ask your regular doctor, and maybe he/she can refer you to a psychiatrist or a counselor.
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Hi Mike, I'm sorry to hear this is worrying you. Ironically, just last month, I spoke with someone who has this disorder. This guy is a business owner, and actually very nice. His entire family knows, and understand. \n\nAccording to him, the different personalities were created to deal with stressful situtions. One can be aggressive, another shy, or one extroverted and outgoing. Many people choose to integrate the personalities, rather than get rid of them. This means the personalities work as a team, and understand the purpose each one serves. Not to make light of what you're going through, but sometimes I wish I had a few stand in's. lol Some say it's not an illness or disease, just an advanced coping mechanism of the mind.  \n\nThe main personality is called a "host" and the others are "alternates". These are just a few terms used, but there are others.  To answer your question, if you're over 21, I would begin searching for a qualified therapist, and after you have been confirmed as having DID, I would then figure out ways to tell your family. You can also join one of the yahoo groups dedicated to DID. They might provide more insight and suggestions. Whatever you decide, I wish you well Mike. Here is a link to yahoo did groups. Cut and paste to your browser: http://tinyurl.com/l9bls
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You are clearly very clairvoyant! I do have that ability as well but not as strongly as you do. It's funny that you've brought up this topic. On Saturday, I was speaking to two people on two separate occasions about the same topic! The first lady has abilities like what you described about yourself. She reads people and their energy for a living. She can also put your energy back into balance. She was telling me that I need to try to learn how to filter out the negative energy that I absorb from people. I know I'm very sensitive to people and the energy they have. (Good and bad). But lately I'm feeling drained. She picked that up from me and said I need to get back into balance. I need to learn how to not let others negative energy affect me the way it does sometimes because I'm so sensitive to it. There are some people that I meet or know and I try to have as little to do with them as possible because of the energy they possess and put out. They could have left the room, and I still feel odd to be in the same room they were just in. I've had many experiences regarding my senses to this kind of thing. It's cool to hear someone else who understands this sort of things. Many people don't have a clue about this or disregard it all together. It was nice to see your posting. You have a gift. Have a good day and God bless you!
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I don't think there is ever a connection with OCD. I have it, too and some of the things I consistently do are really weird. Mine is a number thing mostly.
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You should still talk to your counselor.  He/she has dealt with these same issues before, and may be helpful in suggesting things you can do to make it easier on yourself.  They are there to assist you!
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Seriously...talk to someone outside of your family. Alot of people have these same thoughts. Everything builds up inside you and when you let it all out, you keep thinking about it over and over. If you talk to your family DR they might be able to refer you to someone. Good luck!!!!
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You have to take the next step, which is the hardest, that is accept it, in it's entirety...unfortunately that means allowing yourself to feel that emotional pain and self-control is key. The process isn't an easy one, but a doable one, and sometimes all we have the strength for are moments at a time, and courage strengthens them into hours, and then days...but we heal.  Friends are a great support system to help you cope, and keep busy, and sometimes just getting away for awhile is also helpful.  I found what helped me the most through a similar situation, was getting back into what I enjoyed doing that I had forgotten all about, which was pertaining to the arts, and I got involved with helping the less fortunate people in my community.  It took time, but as each day passed I regained hope, and strength with the help and kindness of what were once strangers, but now good friends.  A healthy diet, and rest is also very important because sometimes we forget to take good care of ourselves in stressful circumstances, which rob us from being able to focus properly, therefore make sure your daily routine starts with a healthy meal and ends with a good night rest.  Beleive it or not it does make a difference rejuvenating us almost, such a simple task to make an impact on our mind and body who figure?  A check up, with your doctor is very helpful, let him/or her know what you're going through.  Hope this is helpful, wishing you strength towards your steps to moving on forward.  Good Luck!
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I've never been married to anyone with OCD, but I have OCD. It can be treated. I saw a therapist and haven't "ritualized" in over two years now. It only took a month of constant treatment. OCD is definitely not something you should let tear your marriage apart when it can be taken care of. Yeah some things will still remain, but for the most part it's live-able.
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well i cannot erase the past nor spend time wishing i could and yes i wish i could too. No do-overs in life. so what i am left with is how i chose to deal with these issues in life that will get me through. carrying around mental baggage is a stumbling block in life. freeing ones self is the key to absorb the better things in life i need to concentrate on.
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Yes, my past comes and bites me in the ass all the time...some days I wish I could have a "do over"..so I could make better choices...I know youre not feeling sorry for yourself, it's just so frustrating sometimes...like you want to scream"I'm Sorry, I'm trying my best, I'm not the same person !" Hang in there and keep making good choices and doing the right thing now...