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Posted 6/29/2012 1:33 AM (GMT 0)
Well, I hope everyone has been doing well! :)

Once again, it's two steps forward for me and two steps back...I made the mistake of reading a book from my library that completely unnerved me, and I mean COMPLETELY. It had to do with Existentialism, and even though it disturbed me so, I continued reading it...and now I can't get any of the thoughts out of my head! I know most of the theories and such aren't true, but when I'm in a panic, the thoughts don't go away...and they haven't gone away still.

Even though I purchased the Linden Method, I haven't been applying it everyday (been too busy...). I just wish I knew how to effectively stop a thought once and for all and not constantly over analyze everything!
Posted 6/29/2012 5:01 PM (GMT 0)
I struggle with being influenced by my triggers and specific fears, so I have to be really careful what I read and watch!

I am sorry that you are having trouble with the thoughts that this book brought up for you, but know that you are not alone in this struggle...we have had quite a few posts from members who have watched a movie or t.v. show and been disturbed by the contents.

Keep working on the exercises in your program, and tell yourself that you are allright...a book can bring up some scary thoughts and feelings...but they are just that, thoughts and feelings, not actually something that can harm you mentally or physically...just frighten you temporarily!

Deep breath, and know that we understand and are listening. I hope that are able to get past these fears and feel better soon.:)

Talk to you soon,

S.C.
Posted 6/29/2012 9:52 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you so much for the encouragement...the thought hasn't been popping up as much lately, and I know most of it isn't true, but still...it disturbs me so much. :/
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