patheticgirl43
- Date posted
- 1y
Ignoring thoughts
Trying to ignore my thoughts but it feels like they are only coming at me more nowđ im just at a loss i dont know what to do
hanysm@gmail.comhanysm@gmail...
- Date posted
- 1y
Imagine your intrusive thoughts as an overzealous street performer desperately vying for your attention. This performer pulls out all the stops - juggling flaming swords, contorting into impossible shapes, and even attempting risky stunts. Their act is designed to shock, awe, and provoke a reaction from passersby. However, you're a savvy spectator. You recognize this performance for what it is - an elaborate show with no real substance or danger. Instead of gasping, applauding, or tossing coins into their hat, you simply observe with detached amusement. You know that engaging with the performance will only encourage more outrageous acts and drain your time and energy. As you continue your walk, resisting the urge to react, you find that the performer's antics fade into the background. Soon, you turn a corner, leaving the noisy spectacle behind, and are rewarded with a serene, quiet street where you can enjoy your own thoughts in peace
melsxaemelsxae
- Date posted
- 1y
Someone told me that I shouldn't be trying to ignore them and more accepting of them which I know sounds bad or like impossible, but if you can't change what you think then you gotta accept how you think and feel and overtime that acceptance will make the thought weaker and it will go, I've been trying to do the same and it has been working and going away for longer periods of time, I think the main thought and feeling that "accepts" the thought or thoughts your having is by thinking "so what" like "what if that does happen, or I am this person" in a non worrying way, like you wouldn't care either way, basically not caring for your fears and being like okay if they did happen or they are true
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