Things out of your control

If you still feel out of control & find yourself being emotionally reactive, it may be time to seek help. A therapist can give you effective strategies on what to do when you feel out of control. With some new tools, practice & guidance, you can get control over your reactivity.

In stressful situations, we try to control our environment, other people or the things around us that are not in our control to handle the stress. But, it won't help because we can't change what we can't control. Instead, focus on what you can control.

Knowing what you can and can’t control can help in all areas of life, not just with OCD. Know that you can control your actions and responses, but not your thoughts. We can change our own behavior, but not the behavior of others. Ultimately, we want to change our response to our thoughts and eliminate the compulsions that keep OCD alive and strong.