Have I Committed the Unpardonable Sin?

One of the most classic obsessions for people with religious OCD is the mind-numbing question, “have I committed the unpardonable sin?” I speak with people every week who have a ...

Blasphemous Thoughts, Faith and Trust, fear, Forgiveness, Intrusive Thoughts, Sin, Unpardonable Sin

Jaimie Eckert

Jul 7, 2022

Complete List of Sins for the Scrupulous

Every month, 100,000 people search google for a “list of sins.” I wonder how many of those people have the religious form of obsessive-compulsive disorder, also known as “scrupulosity.” That’s ...

“Just Right” Compulsions, Checking, Faith and Trust, Forgiveness, Guilt, Legalism, Salvation, Sin

Jaimie Eckert

Jan 19, 2021

God Hates Me: Uncovering the Hidden Root of Scrupulosity

“I know God is love. I know all the verses that talk about His grace and mercy. There’s absolutely no excuse for why I’m acting like this.” Vincent shook his ...

Control, Emotions, Faith and Trust, God’s Character, Grace, Love

Jaimie Eckert

Nov 30, 2020

5 Fatal Scrupulosity Flaws Guaranteed to Make You Feel Worse

I never enjoyed math in elementary school. But I especially disliked when I had to “show my work.” It seemed so tedious to write out the steps! But showing my ...

Depression, Emotions, Faith and Trust, God’s Voice, OCD Treatment, Reassurance Seeking, Suicidal Thoughts

Jaimie Eckert

Sep 23, 2020