OCD Makes Me Feel Lonely: How Not to Isolate

Of all the mental health disorders in the world, it seems like none are more misunderstood than obsessive-compulsive disorder. Sometimes I tentatively broach the topic with new friends or acquaintances, ...

Anxiety, fear, Relationships

Jaimie Eckert

Aug 31, 2022

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

Cursing God: An Obsessive-Compulsive Fear

Are you afraid you might be guilty of accidentally cursing God? In my work with scrupulosity, I’d say at least one-third of my clients deal with a crippling fear of ...

Blasphemous Thoughts, Compulsions, fear, Intrusive Thoughts, Vows

Jaimie Eckert

Mar 22, 2022