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Hi Hannie! I'm in early stages of recovery however I do know that one can have multiple themes at any given time and not uncommon for 1 to fade and another replaces it. Can you take a few minutes to do mindful meditation?
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Thank you so much for responding! I will take a few minutes to do some meditation! Thank you again ❤️
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Yes happens all the time. Feels like when you go into recovery on one another pops up ?
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Thank you for responding ❤️
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I believe that's right. Expect the unexpected.
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Thank you for responding ❤️
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I'm dealing with unwanted and intrusive thoughts!
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Me too! It’s so frustrating and scary!
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I’ve had several at the same time, and am right now. I think maybe trying some strategies to reduce stress and anxiety could help. I can give a few tips if you’re interested.
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I would really love that. I will take and strategies I can! It’s been so bad today. I can’t seem to calm my thoughts or my brain down. It really started to scare me earlier. I have calmed down a bit but I feel it trying to come back. But yes, I would appreciate any advice! Thank you so much?
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I would suggest atleast trying some kind of meditation, mindfulness meditation perhaps. This is a good one I like: https://youtu.be/BvOg_4ZvfFo Else you can try getting some sort of medication, natural supplements like niacin/niacinamide or some other form of light benzo. Get off of coffee or reduce your intake, and try your best to sleep more. Last but not least I suggest you try some light exercise, like walking, in nature specifically, the light and surroundings should reduce your stress. Maybe this sounds vague and boring, but I myself find all of these relieving for me.
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Thank you so much! I’m gonna try all of these tips. It means so much that you took the time to respond! Thank you☺️
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Great tips! I've gone back to the gym. I took a mindful meditation class which helps a lot. When you find yourself obsessing bring your awareness to your body. Theirs a great quote, " the freedom is in the breath." Sitting comfortably focus on the breath. Your thoughts may bombard you ( that's okay) gently bring your awareness back to the breath. Over and over and over again. It takes practice! Sending you hugs!
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I definitely workout the most when I’m anxious. I had to do it tonight cause my intrusive thoughts just won’t stop. I’m also gonna try a meditation. Thank you so so much for responding. Hugs to you too?
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