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Posted 4/24/2014 12:31 PM (GMT 0)
Hello there. its my first to this forum. my condition is that a bad image like hurting others always popped in my mind. i have no control over them. i feel like i almost do whats telling my mind to do. im so afraid that maybe i could do that certain thing. and also the thoughts that scared me a lot is that it always bother me. i know we cant understand this situation we have right now. but im just sharing my feelings on how you feel. Have a nice day everyone :)
Posted 4/24/2014 1:52 PM (GMT 0)
khaiz1202,

I am sorry that you are struggling so much with these issues right now.

I do want to offer you comfort in knowing that the intrusive thoughts that you are having  are in no way indicative of your true nature or desires...they are byproducts of your anxiety.

When these things happen try to clear your mind, keep yourself busy with something else; it helps  to have a hobby and just get lost in it or get some exercise.

I would strongly suggest you make an appointment with your Dr. to rule out any medical problem as well as guide you toward a therapist.

Kindly,

Kitt

Posted 4/24/2014 3:24 PM (GMT 0)
thank you mr. kitt. I'd love to have a psychologist or psychiatrist just to share my situation. I know that being busy will lessen some destructive thoughts. i cant control those unwanted thoughts even when im at rest. im so afraid and scared everytime they enter in my mind. I want to remove it but i cant.
Posted 4/24/2014 4:04 PM (GMT 0)
From the articles I have read, The content of your thought does not count. It is irrelevant. Your thoughts have no effect on what you will do. A thought—even a very scary thought—is not an impulse. You will not act on your intrusive obsessive thoughts. Your problem is not one of impulse control. You have an anxiety disorder.

Steps for coping with Intrusive Thoughts

  • Label these thoughts as "intrusive obsessive thoughts."
  • Remind yourself that these thoughts are automatic and you can safely ignore them.
  • Accept and allow the thoughts into your mind. Do not try to push them away.
  • Breathe diaphragmatically until your anxiety starts to go down.
  • Continue whatever you were doing prior to the intrusive thought.

Reference: Martin N. Seif, PhD

I am posting a list of links to help you learn how to do breathing exercises.

Self Help sites with breathing/relaxation exercises instructions

Panic attack relief exercises:

 

http://www.healthcentral.com/anxiety/c/73076/34334/breathing-lessons/

http://www.healthyplace.com/

http://www.stress-relief-exercises.com/

http://www.ehow.com/video_4405003_breathing-exercises-panic-attacks.html

http://www.psybersquare.com/anxiety/panic_relax_I

I hope you find this info helpful.

* * HealingWell should never take the place of a Dr.; see a Dr. immediately if you truly feel like you are going to act on your intrusive thoughts.

 

Posted 4/24/2014 4:52 PM (GMT 0)
Staying busy and helping others helps all kinds of depression or depressive thoughts such as hurting others; Prayer played a big role in overcoming many of my issues; but the prayers must continue; I also think it might be best to see a therapist if these thoughts continue even after trying any of the above; Could be an imbalance that needs medication or maybe some childhood trauma that's trying to creep back into your conscience...(I'd forgotten about some bad trauma until I was 34 and in therapy..I had become very angry and hostile)...but whatever it may be; whether you just need to occupy your mind with work, volunteering, duties, reach out to a higher power AND/or get therapy; do something before it becomes worse.
Posted 4/25/2014 12:03 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you for the message. I do appreciate it a lot. Ill must be engage in some activities just to lessen the anxiety. I know it takes time to elliminate this situation. Have a nice day everyone. :)
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