Here are 7 of the best ways to stop intrusive thoughts:
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Get more sleep It may sound rather simple but lack of sleep is one of the biggest cause of intrusive thoughts. Studies show good REM sleep reduces unwanted thoughts.
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Mindfulness meditation Mindfulness teaches you to observe thoughts as they come without getting entangled in them.
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Stoicism Stoicism can help with intrusive thoughts by helping you identify and let go of the root causes of these thoughts.
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Journaling Journaling can help you identify patterns in your thinking or triggers for intrusive thoughts. It also provides an outlet for your suppressed emotions.
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Self-compassion and acceptance Instead of fighting intrusive thoughts, practice accepting them as part of the human experience. Show compassion to yourself.
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Stay in the present Don't get ahed of yourself or peer far too back. Allow yourself to be in the moment. Experience it to full.
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Change the story Sometimes changing your story of an event helps interrupt the brain's distress signal.