Living with OCD and Emetophobia (Phobia of Vomiting)

[@madisonnacid]

Her husband’s views on her makes me so happy, I have OCD and emetophobia and it makes me incredibly happy that there are people out there who don’t immediately think “no one likes getting sick” or “everyone likes to be organised” etc

[@LivLivingForJesus]

So true I also have ocd and emetephobia truly is the worst combo and everyone just says “Everyone hates getting sick” it’s not like that

[@mabelann4568]

I have severe anxiety and emetophobia. It's difficult because the anxiety exaggerates the emetophobia. The moment I overhear someone is feeling unwell like a stomach pain, I immediately panic. I refuse to get on an airplane because of my emetophobia.

[@GweenOfTea]

this! When someone feels like theyre nauseous I will leave a room if possible, or if its my boyfriend I constantly ask him if he's gonna get sick, and if they do I have to plug my ears!

[@superdupercooper]

I understand your feelings! I too struggle with that. Panic is exactly how I feel.

[@friedfingies3886]

Omg me too! To all of this!!!! Plugging ears, asking how someone is feeling, wow it's crazy. Hi guys, happy to see we're all in the same shitty club

[@YogurtGaming69]

🤮

[@Chortzy]

somebody once had to call me an uber home from a party because someone else was in the bathroom for too long and I thought they were getting sick

[@larlaify]

I love that she pointed out how exhausting it is to have OCD. I think that most people probably don't know that and it's nice to see more awareness. Thank you for sharing your story!

[@definitelynotcole4842]

Emetophobia and OCD and the connection they have need to be talked about more.

[@GeorginasJourney]

Chris, as an emetophobic myself, that was the best thing you could have said to her about you feeling well & healthy, it’s SO nice to see you putting people at ease like that, you’re amazing ☺️

[@BeeYeah87]

So glad the comments are back. So thankful she shared her story, I can relate so much.

[@americanmade-1]

Right?!

[@hobispreciouseusmile]

So true

[@brandonmshrock]

"Go fix that or else you'll get sick" That quote is essentially OCD in a nutshell. Having family that has the disorder, this episode of SBSK means a lot to me.

[@LivLivingForJesus]

So true

[@foldedchip7551]

I watched this video a while ago, it meant so much to me because I’ve struggled with the same emetophobia and OCD for years! Thank you so much for sharing about your disorder, it made me feel like I wasn’t alone

[@its_really_zoe]

ME 2 !!

[@heatherfredenburg7545]

I don't have OCD but this video made me cry just seeing what an amazing, supportive husband you have. That is such a treasure when dealing with mental health issues. It was so encouraging to see that people like this DO exist and want to help and understand.

[@kaiyagilbreath]

i have emetophobia as well. it’s awful and definitely effects my life every day

[@friedfingies3886]

I also have emetophobia, but it's more about others who vomit. I tell people "you could throw a grenade in a room or have someone in a room throw up and my reaction will be the same". When I get sick, I don't get afraid of myself, but I project my phobia onto others and I have to isolate myself entirely in order to get sick and I get severe anxiety if I'm not alone. I know it's irrational but it started in 1st grade and I struggled for many years! My brother got car sick growing up and my dad lived 2 hours away and we visited every weekend. You can imagine how much anxiety I had every Friday and Sunday

[@hannah-fq3pm]

i relate so much. also my younger sister got sick a LOT and my room was next to the bathroom. i heard everything. why is it always the emetophobes surrounded with sick people??

[@liam560]

I relate to this 100%

[@ebandsnowy]

omg that quote. that is exactly what it’s like. now ik how to explain! thank you! 😭

[@Daedricbob]

Wow, talk about a smile that can light up a room, what a pretty lady! I love how they both are together, her husband really 'gets it' in such an awesome way.

[@lindaallen8800]

Wish my ex husband had understood at least a little instead of - it’s just in your head, get over it.

[@Simplyrootedfamily]

My daughter has OCD. This really helped me understand. Her husband is an amazing human ❤ truly inspiring

[@cstpa1]

i had emetophopia growing up i was soo super super uncomfortable by it. seeing and hearing others. i had breakdowns as a kid if i got sick. oh boy.. i have not thrown up in 24 years. i even went through pregnancy and did not get sick. blessing. my will power.

[@myabliss8579]

How have you avoided getting a sick bug , I have really bad emetophobia and I’m trying so hard to avoid being sick

[@broidk9032]

Wow that's great. I also have emetophobia and I haven't thrown up in 7 years. Im 17 now.

[@jamiladennis2492]

I threw up 3-4 times in my pregnancy. Before that I had 20 years without vomiting. I now have 2.5 years, and I praying I have another 20+.

[@jamiladennis2492]

@@myabliss8579 hand washing. Staying away from sick people. Being very careful about what I eat.

[@magicallyme96]

I went through two pregnancies and never got sick either! We are lucky! 😄

[@BloomingLisa]

I’m grateful to you, Jess and her partner for spreading awareness about OCD and Emetophobia. I would like to add however that it’s okay too if you do want to push towards recovery or improvements in your condition. I have had OCD, Emetophobia and an eating disorder for most of my life (Emetophobia 30+ years and ED 20+years). Only now am I realising how amazing the human brain is. I’ve been reading so much about neural rewiring and neuroplasticity. By constantly challenging our thoughts and exposing ourselves to triggers I am starting to believe that things can change quite dramatically. Of course it takes time and a whole lot of commitment - and I’m nowhere near ‘recovered’ yet BUT for 30 years I’ve truly believed that nothing could get better… I just wanted to share this because we are all on our own journeys and some people are okay with living within the walls of their phobias/thoughts (I’ve been this way most of my life too) but there is also hope for people who want to change or improve. Hope it’s okay to share this. Full respect to Jess and her partner and love and compassion to anyone going through similar things.

[@foldedchip7551]

I agree, the brain is absolutely incredible, and even when it feels like it will always cause you so much trouble, it actually can change for the better, lots of love to you!

[@BloomingLisa]

@@foldedchip7551 so true. Sending love and compassion your way too!

[@bunni3492]

This comment gives me so much hope , thank you so much for taking the time to share this

[@BloomingLisa]

@@bunni3492 ☺️☺️☺️ Glad it was helpful. Keep pushing forward - things can definitely get better.

[@panhoper9935]

"Even though you may not see someone on the outside is struggling. You never know. So just be kind to everyone you meet" I LOVE THIS SM THANKYOUUU

[@chaseme9860]

Phobias are based on a fear of loss of control. People just choose their poison. This is why phobias are sometimes transient. This means, that when one phobia is overcome, sometimes its replaced with another. They are not treating the actual problem. This is why you have to focus on allowing for the "loss of control". In order to do this, you have to give up on the control of any given situation. The safety net that will always be "in your control" is that you are allowing for the loss of control. This will give your mind the "safe space" it's seeking without having to run from the situation.

[@heidividegar6341]

"Just be kind to everyone you meet. You don't know what's going on in their head". Words I would love to live by. Can't imagine what it's like to be you but I'm so glad you found such a loving, supportive partner Jess. I feel that you have a very bright spirit and I imagine that that would be a help for you. Thank you both for sharing about Jess's condition.

[@nancycedillo1034]

My mom and me have OCD, and it's so cute see my father's patience to me and my mom, I think that is very important the support of your family when you have any health issues, especially mental issues. When I saw the video I said "oh he is really in love with she", and automatically I thought in my parents 🥰

[@aussiebabette]

This is so heart-warming. I have ocd and emetophobia and BPT. I just recently got diagnosed with this. Its comforting knowing that im not alone 😊

[@hallie8252]

What's BPT? 🤔

[@sockheadd]

My girlfriend has Emetophobia, I will never and don't fully understand what she goes through, but I always try to comfort her the best I can.

[@ctn3850]

I struggle with OCD and emetophobia as well. Thank you Chris for everything you do for people to feel understood and valuable.

[@thestar8404]

I have severe OCD as well, it feels good to hear someone else talking about the intrusive thoughts. 🧡

[@veroqawsed]

Love to see some more OCD exposure because a lot of people really don't know what it truly is like and how common it can be! (I didn't until a few years back). The person I love the most in the world has OCD and our journey of understanding it and living with it has been hard at times, but oh so worth it!! Thank you guys for the amazing video.

[@Connorwhatever]

I don't have OCD, but i do have trichotillomania and emetophobia. I don't know how to deal, but I'm very happy about hearing about this person's story. Thank you for sharing

[@TVHouseHistorian]

I have struggled with Trichotillomania since I was a small boy. Always got funny looks and judgment from people. For them, it was strange. For me it was business as usual.

[@mollyoly]

you might have OCD then. i also struggle with trichotillomania and emetophobia and those are both Obsessive compulsive related issues, especially trich which is actually considered a form of OCD.

[@madiArabella]

I’m so happy I’m not alone my first thought when I wake up too is how is my stomach feeling and it goes downhill from there my stomach starts burning and I sweat and my heart races and I feel a pulse like feeling in my stomach.and then the pain make my anxiety spike and then it’s terrible

[@foldedchip7551]

I get that too, I used to get it every morning but now I only get it some mornings. I have so much faith in you, things will get better! You truly aren’t alone!

[@SidVacant69]

@@foldedchip7551 Its true, you do get better, I used to have an extreme phobia of vomiting so much so that I couldn't go anywhere, and on the days I would I'd have to bring a store bag and water just in case I would get sick. it's been almost two years and now I'm no longer afraid to eat at restaurants and have a job without running to the bathroom

[@lvega5606]

If I get really bad, I take xanax. And if my stomach doesn't feel well I also take dramamine.

[@tubejay1]

My daughter had your symptoms to a T, and had the same diagnosis (OCD and Emetophobia). We went through about 4 therapists and finally found one that helped her. She's not perfect now, but she's about 90% better, and much more functional. She can think herself out of most triggers for her pretty quickly, and most of the things that made her feel sick and worry about throwing up, no longer trigger her. It took several years to get to that point though.

[@Ezzellavivah13]

Emetophobia is the reason I’m homeschooled and don’t like being around many kids!

[@kiyahforever]

So glad to come back to this video! I think i watched it when it was first released, but I was diagnosed with OCD/Emetophobia last year. My experience is a little different, but it is so incredibly empowering to hear I'm not alone!

[@chloekirkles1509]

I love that her husband is so supportive!!!

[@housenhunter2443]

Hey Jess! Thank you for taking the time to share your story it has helped me to understand people in my own life who struggle with OCD. It takes courage to share your story and it helps more people than you could imagine!

[@ItsTubes]

Thank you for this, all 3. This really helps shine a light on how mental disorders affect people. On top of that, watching the dynamic between these two is a treat.

[@Mandy3141]

I've always suffered from Emetophobia, I'm glad people are starting to talk about it.

[@Sunflower_SM64]

Not only does my emetophobia effect my everyday life, the anxiety causes nausea which makes it worse.

[@Traveler_18332]

Back to say, I struggle with the same two. You are not alone, love! ❤

[@bunni3492]

(Warning for mentioning being ill!) Watching this from a bathroom floor at 2:20 am waiting to thr*w up for the third time, seeing someone else who struggles with emetaphobia helps me feel SO much more comforted and less alone

[@lvega5606]

I have emetophobia. What I do if I start to feel sick is I take a Dramamine (you can take Zofran instead) and a xanax.

[@livc3315]

Hi, I have emetophobia too, and I wake up all the time in the middle of the night to have an anxiety attack about being sick and then go back to bed. It's so frustrating because people always ask what triggered it, and I don't know because I was literally sleeping and my brain just decided to wake me up to panic. 🫠

[@sheenagriffith2635]

Ive never met personally any one living with OCD but juding from the comments its not that rear of an illness. Thanks for shedding light on this disorder. I wish her much healing and happiness.

[@carolbarlow8896]

I didn’t know it had a name. All these years and I just now learn that I’m not the only one. Thank you for sharing. All the things I’ve missed out on because I MIGHT get the virus.

[@កម្ពុជា-វ5ភ]

I used to be emetophobic as a kid. Now I couldn't be more the opposite. I think the turning point for me was the last time I threw up which was when I was 12. Up to that point I'd always seen vomiting as the worst thing EVER but that time it wasn't so bad. I didn't feel that overly nauseous and unlike previous times, I just let myself throw up instead of trying to hold it in (which is another reasons why the previous experiences were so awful). I think the fact that the experience wasn't so bad lessened my fear and from that point onwards the fear just subsided to the point where I could say I'm on the other end of the spectrum now.

[@papapoopas]

As someone who has OCD, im really glad this account is talking with people who also have it. Its really hard for me to open up to people about it, but it makes me happy to see the people who openly talk about this issue of theirs. Im sending Jess my best wishes and to anyone who also has ocd.

[@samurailevi49]

I have both. I was embarrassed of emetophobia at first, but after realizing how common it is, I embrace it and try to explain it to others to educate them what it’s like. It’s truly a controlling phobia.

[@Blaze_desu.]

I couldn't cuz I'm so used to hearing the response when someone sicks up (I have anxiety attacks even when I write it) all I hear when I have a anxiety attack from emetophobia is "GET OVER IT" it makes me sad that no one that I know understand me😢 and so many thing make jokes about you know what and the worse part I have bad emetophobia, ocd and anxiety and my cat did the thing today my mom did say get over it to

[@gabrielapla7491]

I have OCD and my boyfriend being like her's, and the humor thing helps me a lot too

[@Alshabh15]

What a lovely couple! I truly wish them the best.

[@olmtx]

She is so beautiful inside and out 🥰🥰

[@Aloszka7]

I have both and omg the sleeping part and exhaustion is so relatable - people don't understand how exhausting it is to have all those thoughts CONSTANTLY. When otger hear the word "constantly" they often dtill don't understand what it means and how it is.

[@Aloszka7]

You both are just incredible and strong. It's such an amazing thing to have someone close like that, supportive and understanding.

[@lynnclements1338]

I certainly understand....it's absolutely exhausting.

[@miruhell515]

I like watching this channel because it gives me strength. I have an emotional illness and I feel the same. She's so pretty thank you for sharing this life stories. All of us are going to adapt to these problems some day.

[@wilisgone]

I have the exact same things, every day is a struggle. Watching videos like these make me feel a little less alone.

[@yenneffer7849]

She's so pretty and wholesome!!!❤

[@enimalnaide7767]

I don't have emetophobia, but I struggle terribly with OCD and dysmorphophobia (BDD). I understand this woman's pain. I want to give her a big big hug! Some of us are unfortunate enough to inherit a disease that completely messes up our whole life.

[@e11a222]

me too ahh. much love to u

[@enimalnaide7767]

@@e11a222 thank you 😊

[@blondie8822]

I’m so glad the comments are back! I relate SO MUCH to this amazing woman. I have what she referred to has the “irrational fear” and she’s spot on about that. My OCD is out of control, but thankfully I live a full happy life. Night time however is a different story. Lol I LOVE how she explained it so eloquently.♥️♥️♥️

[@DeNali1982]

Empecé a sentir emetofobia a los 7 años. Probé muchas cosas para superar este problema, ya que la ansiedad y los ataques de pánico comenzaron a hacerme difícil vivir una vida normal. Comencé con masajes y quiropraxia (para relajar la zona de las cervicales que afectan a las sensaciones de vomitar). También aprendí técnicas de respiración para controlarme en los momentos de pánico cuando me enfrentaba a una situación relacionada con el vómito. También puse en práctica técnicas como el mindfullnes. Ahora con 39 años, llevo más de 15 teniendo una vida normal, con los ataques de emetofobia controlados. Yo no lo hablo con nadie más que mi familia, porque siento que nadie más lo puede entender.

[@KenMaker]

When she talk about how she only stop when she is sleeping I feel that. And I realize how tired I am mentally.

[@lynnclements1338]

I love it after I've taken my sleeping in pill....I get some peace.

[@MiaraAriellaOfficial]

My best friend has Emetophobia too, and she also have anxiety, and she's awesome, just like everyone Chris interviews (and Chris himself)

[@brettmitchell8014]

I have so much in common with her as far as my ocd symptoms. Thanks for sharing. I have a bad habit of ghosting people also. Not because of them but because of me.

[@raucousdog]

I used to have OCD, I felt like everything I did was wrong, and have the exceedingly strong urge to confess to someone. Therapy helped drastically, and I now haven't had an OCD though in years.

[@brittany16950]

By the way, an antidepressant really helps me dismiss those intrusive thoughts.

[@caseyphillips4476]

Do you mind sharing which antidepressant you take that helps?

[@brittany16950]

@@caseyphillips4476 Zoloft!

[@darlenearciga7888]

Same here!!! ❤

[@giddyghoul7010]

They helped me a lot too! My anxiety/OCD were significantly improved. Not fixed, but improved. My dx are OCD, BPD, GAD, depression, C-PTSD. I'm taking Pristiq.

[@brittany16950]

@@giddyghoul7010 I know people who have done really well on Pristiq. My drug of choice is Zoloft.

[@allisono3130]

Love this video! I think this description of OCD is extremely helpful. Thank you for making this!

[@dynah9245]

i have extreme emetephobia and debilitating anxiety disorder, so i feel them

[@tonypepperoni3157]

I got diagnosed with severe OCD last year and it answered so. Many. Questions. Glad to see others speaking out about it and how it rly is

[@delwrge]

i also have OCD and i can relate to everything she said, it's bad and makes me really anxious and nervous all the time. thank u for this video.

[@mokeyo8382]

I, personally find this person very interesting as one of my diagnoses is Chronic Vomiting Syndrome, where I throw up violently every few minutes for days a week. It is VERY hard on my stomach. I tend to be a little bit "OCD" in my life but don't have the diagnosis. I would like to share my story, as I have other medical problems and disabilities as well. I want Jess to know that I understand her struggle< I guess< in an opposite way? I don't think we should meet, though! LOL!

[@iam_slaying]

I have server anxiety and emetophobia as well so I understand completely. It’s hard and I can relate to them very much

[@cjeyerly869]

I can certainly relate to a lot of what she's saying. Though I don't have a fear of throwing up (I certainly don't like or want to as it hurts physically) but I understand the need to have things a certain way and not being able to move past it if it's not the way my mind thinks it needs to be. Idk what I think will happen if certain things aren't a certain way, only that I will be restless and agitated and not being able to focus on anything else until something is corrected in my mind.

[@ebandsnowy]

i have major emetophopia too and it literally affects me every day 😭

[@lovelyrainflowerfarm]

Oh yes, can’t put things in the sink sometimes 🙋‍♀️ and that’s my OCD. I’m so glad someone else said this.

[@barbsehestedt6894]

She is so adorable and everyone should have a spouse who is so understanding.

[@plursocks]

Yes! Thank you for talking about medshaming!!

[@LivLivingForJesus]

I have severe OCD and emetphobiw it truly truly is the worst. Girl your not alone we love u 😘

[@atlassosilly]

i saw this and immediately went "Me. literally me" people always tell me "just get over it" for emetophobia and they don't understand that you can't "just get over it". its a constant struggle. for me its like "dont eat too much or you'll throw up" "dont do anything for ____ so you don't throw up" and so on. its honestly tiring to have to be so cautious when i don't even need to be. the ocd doesn't help either. people ask me why i do things in a certain order, or why i wash my hands so much, or why im so cautious about getting dirty, ect. its a terrible way to live, especially when you feel like you need to mask all the time. its a struggle some people dont get

[@marichiari4360]

OMG FINALLY! a person that I relate to! (Not the ocd part)

[@inu_sc]

Yo tmb tengo emetofobia desde los 8 años, en ese momento empezo con mucha intensidad con obsesiones sobre lo q habia visto, por meses, me costaba comer y dormir. Fue horrible porq nadie entendia porque me impresionaba tanto. Con los años evitaba cualquier situacion en la q alguien pudiera vomitar, por lo q casi no iba a cumpleaños, parques de diversiones, hospitales y de adolescente situaciones con alcohol o similares. Hoy en dia noto q lo he superado bastante, la tengo todavia, pero por ejemplo un vomito en el piso de una calle ya no me impresiona. (Es como una escala) si me sigue impresionando ver a otros vomitar, o q lo hagan cerca (odio viajar en colectivo x eso) y tambien como ella, me di cuenta q temo enfermarme por lo q hoy en dia a veces tengo mucha ansiedad si como comida chatarra, como de noche o como pesado, me aparece la culpa y ganas de vomitar (re contradictorio) por lo q al final, me hace peor tener miedo de enfermarme y vomitar, q lo q sea q haya consumido, asi q trato de desbaratar esa logica diciendome q estoy bien y q es el miedo en exceso el q me esta haciendo mal, q no va a pasarme nada malo. Pero supongo q lo mio es ansiedad, que es mas tratable, (aun q hayan pasado 20 años y aun tenga ansiedad, fobias y panico) pero creo q en mi caso puedo mejorar si sigo haciendo terapia.

[@oumaymaelmelhaoui3624]

Cried throughout the video .. Relate to wht she said Also,i ve admired how supportive her husband is

[@Siejrjsoplalp637]

OCD is real - tough thing to deal with

[@Missy-vm8fr]

She is so cute! She totally has an infectious smile! 😊

[@carolinekifa145]

I have health / generalized anxiety and OCD and I am super paranoid about anything having to do with my heart. I am overly focused on my heart beat! It's so troubling.

[@insanity_jedi]

Finally a relatable person

[@Pizzasalladland]

I like that youtube auto subtitle this video in Arabic.Everybody need to understand this.

[@mikeaccount4174]

Normalize courage, honesty, and integrity.

[@mariadelourdesgaytanrivera1370]

Me gusta mucho sus entrevista lo q e visto e podido ver lo inteligente q son y cuan especiales son nada más pongan letra en español ya q somos de Puerto Vallarta Jalisco MÉXICO

[@simintoo1]

What a lucky lady with such a caring man!

[@gonimij]

my emetophobia was so bad my brain created a whole anxiety for it to the point that i had to be in therapy and see a psychiatrist for a year and a half. it was horrible.

[@gonimij]

@Yruiok. im okay now !! hope you are too!

[@fantasyland07]

Comments are back :o congratulations!!!

[@elliel4736]

Am I the only one who was surprised when I saw her husband? She looks so young I thought she was a teenager.

[@joecavanaugh369]

I know someone with OCD so this helped me understand it better

[@alexandraroussin5070]

is there one about adhd? i would love to see someone else to relate to and wish it was better understood. theres very little awareness around what adhd really is and its always minimized to being hyper and forgetful but no one sees the depression anxiety and ocd aspects of adhd

[@thelanguageofthebirds]

I have this comorbid with ADHD aswell as PTSD and would love to start making content to bring awareness to the challenges of having all these conditions

[@marcokruk7059]

Her last sentence is so important.

[@MicskiDK]

Wish, he would have asked her, how she got her disorder and phobia. What caused it? Was it a traumatic event? Parents? Was it a combination of things in childhood?

[@dischorddynne]

OCD is not really caused by trauma. It is really more of a genetic illness. *** It can be caused by trauma I believe as a maladaptive disorder though in some cases. I would like to know though.

[@ophelialavey]

I can relate to this so much...

[@Mispointed]

i was very sick an had emetophobia it just disappeared it was so random an i thank god everyday for it

[@RoseBud_TheDino]

im sorry you have to go through this, i also have ocd and emetophobia and it can be very hard at points, just know that its will get better

[@BitLime]

Emetophobia, OCD, Panic Disorder and Depression is such a sweet cocktail 🥴

[@giddyghoul7010]

I would not be alive without my medication. It changed my life, made my life liveable. It frustrates me too when people med shame and give ubsolicited advice!!!

[@fredericboninpissarro5789]

Beautiful couple and relationship!

[@bubblelovessans]

My emetophobia haunts me Its with me everywhere and Im stressed about vomiting everytime- oof

[@albertoponcemusic]

Thank you so much for all this content in your channel 🙏

[@helenwhite1748]

Thanks for sharing your raw emotions

[@miapdx503]

Jess, you're so pretty, and so smart. You have such a beautiful smile. 😏 I have mild ocd. Bless you 🌹

[@sierraclark6129]

There is freedom in Jesus.

[@ItsTeegan]

Thank you

[@ria7406]

oh, she is so beautiful!🤩