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intrusive thoughts and losing happiness in life

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hello all. been having a rough 3 weeks. i have been having severe intrusive thoughts causing me distress. they arise suddenly out of nowhere and i get mentally paralysed.i have been coping mainly by watching calming content on the internet and by doing some minimal exercise. i am losing the joys of life, totally lost...

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Just to observe these thoughts and replace with your own positive and powerful successful thoughts and gently observing your breathing - try deeper breathing without force if feel like it until you are in control. Sometimes we have to force ourselves to accomplish goals but it is worth it.

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Yellow-daffodil

i understand how you feel, im the same. i really hope it gets better for you. keep holding on, life can be so deprresing but maybe one day it will be a bit better.

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sorry to hear that you are struggling - this post might give you some ideas on coping strategieshealthunlocked.com/couchtob...

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thank you

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