healingispossible
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OCD and being around people
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Amara Amara
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Mindfulness techniques can help you stay present in social situations and manage overwhelming thoughts. Practice deep breathing and grounding techniques to stay focused on the present moment. When you notice yourself engaging in negative or distorted thinking patterns, challenge those thoughts by questioning their validity. Encourage yourself to consider alternative perspectives. Communicate your boundaries to friends and family so they understand your needs. Quality over quantity can be a helpful approach when it comes to social interactions. Seek out meaningful connections with people who are understanding and supportive of your challenges.
healingispossiblehealingispos...
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@Anonymous - Thank you so much!
Amara Amara
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@healingispossible of course š
hanysm@gmail.comhanysm@gmail...
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Apply 5-4-3-2-1 technique. Find 5 things you see, 4 things you hear, 3 things you can touch, 2 things you can smell, 1 thing you can taste. Think as your thoughts floating around you not inside your brain... With the wind tossing them around...
healingispossiblehealingispos...
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@hanysm@gmail.com Thank you so much!
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