The OCD & Anxiety Podcast Real Event OCD: When Your Past Becomes the Obsession
Jun 18, 2025
Dive into the challenging world of real event OCD, where past experiences morph into relentless obsessions. Learn how guilt can consume you, distinguishing between healthy remorse and debilitating anxiety. Discover effective strategies to break free from the torment of rumination and embrace acceptance. Gain insights on managing unresolved moments and reclaiming your peace of mind. Tune in for personal stories and practical tips that encourage living a balanced life amid uncertainty.
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Nature of Real Event OCD
- Real event OCD traps you by fixating on actual past actions or words, not just imagined scenarios.
- Your brain falsely convinces you this is truth or guilt rather than OCD symptoms.
OCD Guilt vs Healthy Guilt
- OCD guilt loops endlessly, unlike healthy guilt which eventually fades.
- It thrives on unresolved past moments and convinces you your mistakes are uniquely shameful.
Personal OCD Rumination Example
- Robert James shares how he obsesses over social missteps, doubting how others perceive him.
- This rumination confuses and traps him in compulsions, preventing clarity.