Question:
I suffer from OCD. It has gotten a lot better over the years. I have a strong feel in Halacha and BH have a broad knowledge in Halacha. I have received Sermicha about 20 years ago and even received shimush in Marehs. Ty as I may, the halachas of Niddah still cause OCD reactions in me, especially, bedikas. I find myself bringing almost every colour to a Rav, even those which I’n sure are no problem. What do you advise?
Thanking you in advance.
Answer:
According to what you are writing, your question is not a halachic one, rather a psychological one. If you know and are sure that it isn’t a problem, why are you taking it to the Rov? My advice to you would be to get a close friend, someone that you can confide in, and he should help you wean yourself from this negative habit. You can make up with him that you will show him the maros that you intellectually think are alright, and that you can only take then to the Rov is he allows it. This way, you will have someone helping you work on this yetzer hora.
May HKB”H send you a refuah and a yeshua, bkarov, and you should get completely better.
Best wishes
