horror in my head

[roses4all]

I can't live with what is in my head. It gives me anxiety. It gives me depression. It drives me binge eat. It is sooooooooooo horrible.

What do you guys do? (I have a therapist.)

[Agara33]

nlp, somatic experiencing, energetic healing

[Nathalie99 Partner]

Hi roses4all,

Welcome to the community.

That's really tough.

It's all about finding what works foe each of us. We are unique.

I am thinking about ideas. Anything that could help you connect with your body, might help.

There are different things out there.

For me somatic experiencing works.

Gentle exercise like a bit of walking, not too fast, may help.

I like rhythmic exercise.

Connecting with people could help at least temporarily distract from what you are going through.

Another idea could be something connected to art. You don't need to be an artist. It could be an adult colouring book.

I find puzzles help me focus. In the past I used to try a task that required 100% focus like painting a door/renovating something. It doesn't always work but I need to sometimes trying multiple things to find the one that helps.

[BrainIsFull]

Hi Roses !

I often have problems with negative thoughts that will not stop and it is like (self) torture. I have had some luck using thought stopping techniques. I might listen to an episode of the AffirmationsPod podcast. Or any meditation podcast episode that focuses on bringing my attention to the present moment

Other things that help me are exercising, distraction (tv, music), embroidery or some other kind of creative hobby.

As a last resort, I might take a half of an Ativan. Sometimes that "resets" my brain.

At any rate, it's a horrible thing to go through and I am sorry that you are having this problem.💚💚💚

[Mamamichl]

medications for my anxiety and depression. I was in intensive outpatient care, and one of the other people had a medication specific for their ptsd. Having an outlet to scream or get out anger physically helps me, making boundaries with those who have hurt me (I’ve disowned my mother altogether for 9 months). Writing down the things I am good at or what I do appreciate in my life. Another thing I did was finally tell the police about my abuse. I do meditations on my calm and loóna apps. I also have a positive affirmation app called “I am”.