Compulsions are actions or behaviours that drive us to perform certain tasks brought about by obsessive thoughts.
Some of those compulsions and obsessions won’t always affect us in our daily life, but there will be those of us who may struggle, if we go on to develop the more serious of obsessions such as "OCD" (Obsessive-compulsive Disorder).
Compulsions and Obsessions
Stressful situations can be responsible for our compulsions and obsessions. As we go about our daily lives, we carry traits that we can become obsessed with. For example, if we see our parents pay particular attention to their hygiene, we’re more likely to go on to repeat those traits for ourselves. Biological factors may also play a small part.
We're not always aware or equate obsessive thought patterns to how we see ourselves. It is important to make the connection between the obsession and why we think we have the obsession. Understanding is the key for change. Dwelling on why we have obsessions can't help.
Dwelling can sometimes make obsessions worse; what matters is how we manage and cope with our obsessions so that we can live successful lives. When we're not aware we have an obsession, the obsession will become a fix as we continue to pay homage to it.
Understanding you have a problem
If and when we know we have a problem, the problem becomes half the battle. People with OCD don’t always consciously make their own connections, so are reluctant to seek help.
As with all medical conditions, if it’s impossible to live your life successfully, then it is advisable to get professional help.
Great post today x
Thank you x
As far as I know I have no obsessions. Interesting post none the less.
Thanks Randy. I'm pleased to hear it. Obsessions are difficult to let go of. It's always better to live a life without them.
I tend to call mine 'issues' rather than obsessions; of which i suspect I have many.
I fear it's a human failing. You're probably not alone on this one!
Living with obsessions can be quite challenging, but half the battle is being aware of them in the first place.
My biggest obsession is a fear of breaking down whilst traveling, which is something I'm having to work on since you have to travel to get anywhere in this world.
I'm sure I have a few others, but I'm just trying to deal with one at a time right now!
I know I have obsessions like my silverware has to be a certain way in the drawer. My daughter is obsessive with cleanliness as I think she got it from me.
I used to be very obsessed with my home being clean, but I've learned that things aren't always going to be perfect and have let go of some. Good post.
As you say you know what some of your obsessions are. I hope you manage to let go of all of them in time.
Sounds as though you have made a start, good luck.
Randy I am sure you're not the only one who is dealing with more than one obsession. I'm pleased that you're dealing with your main obsession right now. You must have had a really bad experience to have brought this obsession on.
I would be interested to hear how you're getting on. Good luck.
Wow, I love this post as well!
I have an obsession and I think I do know the cause of it and I like how you said not to dwell on the cause on it, just kind of work to address it so that it becomes less of a problem.
Thanks for sharing this article and your personal experience with it. It really helps me to feel less alone.
You're welcome. I'm pleased my article helped.