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If you have ever Googled “why do I keep analyzing my thoughts”, I already know you’re tired. Tired of replaying that one sentence you said at dinner. Tired of dissecting whether that intrusive thought “means something.” Tired of mentally reviewing a memory like you’re prepping evidence for a trial that never ends. And the annoying […]

(Yes, Even “Self-Reassurance” Counts) If you’ve ever thought, “I just need someone to tell me I’m okay,” or “Once I get reassurance, I’ll finally be able to move on,” you’re not alone. For people with OCD and anxiety, reassurance seeking feels logical, comforting, and responsible. Unfortunately… reassurance seeking OCD is one of the biggest reasons […]