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Loz_3647Senior Contributor
There's a black cloud in my mind and it's ready to burst. It's ridiculous how many intense and intrusive thoughts fly through all at once. Things aboit the past, present and 'future'. Don't know if I can get through this....or if I want to....it's all too much....
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wellwellwellnezSenior Contributor
First thing @Loz_3647 . Times of struggle pass. Every great story involves looking back at times of struggle.
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Loz_3647Senior Contributor
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wellwellwellnezSenior Contributor
The other thing is, this sound's like "thought stacking". Sounds a lot like it, really.
When my thoughts start to stack to the point of getting even more intrusive, I tend to put it down to my my amygdala being under pressure. So, instead of trying to think my way out of a thought stack, what works best is letting myself have some good old fashioned feelings. Vocalization is usually big part of the process.
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Loz_3647Senior Contributor
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Marissa1801Casual Contributor
sorry you feeling this way,is there anyone you can talk to in person or a professional? I know a it's a tough time of year and all, hope you feel better soon
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