Intrusive thoughts are normal, and everyone has them. They can be triggered by stress, anxiety, and other factors, and can be a symptom of certain mental health conditions. The key to dealing with intrusive thoughts is to acknowledge them, let them pass, and practice self-compassion. In today’s episode, I will be going over this in greater detail and provide helpful tips and techniques for managing it. Techniques like thought challenging, setting aside a designated worry period, practicing relaxation techniques, and challenging negative thought patterns. It's important to take care of yourself and seek support when needed. If intrusive thoughts are causing significant distress or impacting your daily life, it's a good idea to seek help from a mental health professional.

Go to https://betterhelp.com/cowc for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help. #sponsored

Questions for Challenging Thoughts

Challenging Automatic Negative Thoughts: 5 Worksheets (+PDF)

By Joaquin Selva, Bc.S., Psychologist, March 16, 2018

Challenging Negative Automatic Thoughts: 5 Worksheets (+PDF) (positivepsychology.com)

Music: Believer by Silent Partner https://youtu.be/Wr0hLgVkpEo

Please follow this podcast, rate the show, and share with someone so that we can continue to spread encouraging messages to all who could benefit from it as they carry on with daily life. Also, if there is an option in your podcast app to leave a comment, please drop us a line. We'd love to hear from you. You can also comment on my website, carryonwithcriselda.com.

Let’s stay connected!

Carry On with Criselda

Carry On with Criselda Podcast - Audio Messages | PodInbox

Criselda (@cowc_podcast) / Twitter

Transcript for this episode can be found at Ep. 016 - How to Deal with Intrusive Thoughts | Carry On with Criselda.

If you enjoy this podcast, please consider donating $1 so that we can continue bringing you encouraging content for the enrichment of your mind and emotions.

https://www.carryonwithcriselda.com/paypal

As an Amazon Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no additional cost to you.

Audible

You love podcasts (otherwise, you wouldn't be here)! Chances are, you love audiobooks too. Consider signing up for a free 30 day-trial to Audible and enjoy a bountiful catalog of audiobooks and podcasts to your heart's content (and ears :D).

https://amzn.to/3Q84KlQ

Journals

Start With Gratitude: Daily Gratitude Journal

https://amzn.to/3vIC9du

PAPERAGE Lined Journal Notebook

https://amzn.to/3IBI9fB

Vintage Leather Journal

https://amzn.to/3VZwWsn