Some folks who read my "9 Way to Stop Obsessing" that was posted both on Psych Central and The Huffington Post, asked me: "Only 9?" Well, no. Actually, the original had 15 ways. Here is the cool gallery that Holly and Mike made from my "15 Ways to Stop Obsessing" piece. I would benefit from reading this piece every day, actually, because fighting against the ruminating thoughts is much of the battle when your hardwired to fret.
Here's my intro. To get to the gallery, click here.
For as long as I can remember, I've struggled with obsessive thoughts, with severe ruminations that can interfere with daily life. My thoughts get stuck on something and, like a broken record, repeat a certain fear over and over and over again until I scream out loud, "STOP IT!" The French call Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) "folie de doute," or "the doubting disease." And that's what obsessions are--a single doubt caught in an endless loop of thoughts.
But even those not diagnosed with OCD can struggle with obsessions. In fact, I have yet to meet a depressive who doesn't ruminate, especially in our age of anxiety. Every day gives sensitive types like myself plenty of material to obsess about. So I'm constantly pulling out the tools that I've acquired over time to win against my thoughts, to develop confidence--the antidote for doubt--to take charge of my brain, and to STOP OBSESSING. I hope they work for you too.
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There's a lot to think about these days, and most of it is troubling. My psychiatrist thinks everyone probably needs a xanax every day. :)
Try thinking of the words of your favorite hymns. I do that often, especially if I'm having trouble falling asleep.
Blessings
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