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Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Edit: This has evolved to become a vent thread and supportive thread. Everyone is welcome to come, vent. say hello, and especially seek support with their intrusive thoughts.

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I've been newly diagnosed with GAD, depression and OCD. I'm in my mid 30s and have been dealing with this stuff my entire adult life. The tipping point was severe post natal depression that I almost didn't survive. I'm getting help for me, but also because I don't want my kid to pick up my issues.

Often my intrusive thoughts are about world events, but at the moment they're suicidal. They push their way into everything i do/think and I'm so exhausted, just trying to ignore them. It's scary and I'm suffering insomnia. I'm currently off work for this week while I adjust to new meds, and my GP and psychologist are suggesting hospitalisation.

I've been trying mindfulness and exercise, as well as limiting alcohol (which I find hard).

So I guess I'm looking for suggestions and support. This mental health journey is so new for me and I feel very alone. I want to make it through this.

Thanks for reading, I really appreciate it. I just also want to state that I am currently safe and with family.

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Hi @Molliex

So your Nan is near her end - hopefully for her sake it's not long - I'm glad she's on a pain drip - that will ease her passing

But it's hard for you - always hard for people standing around - don't worry about the actuality now - you can't possibly know how it will feel - I have lost my parents, grand-parents and my son - all were different - when it's time for the seniors to depart then of course we don't want them to leave but they must and it's the way life is

I'm so glad I know - and your SH - it's been less so that's a plus - especially with the stress of your Nan and the fires - it's really too you were able to share this with a couple of friends irl - this is a helpful strategy - and sharing with us too - well done

All the best with your pdoc appointments - feeling as if it's all hopeless is pretty normal - yes - you just have to work through it - I remember telling my psychiatrist so long ago now that he was wrong - it could never change - but it did. It might feel easier once your Nan passes - I hope so

I hope it's not too long - waiting and feeling as if you are on the edge of it all is not easy at all - we are all here for you

Dec

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

@Molliex, you're doing real well 👍 Baby steps still get us there. 💜 & 🙏s for your nan and family ❤️🧡💛💚💙

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My SI re inspection has come+gone, as thoughts do. Caused a lot of anxiety though, and still cant Bing myself to toss the means away (lose the option) but certainly not suicidal today 😁, far from it. Actually I did some sewing today, always boosts the mood. Hemmed and hung two window curtains... and the weather is divine here... even caught myself out singing 😮🎶 Its a miracle lol.

Trying to make the most of feeling good this day, don't even have any aches and pains, . 🤔what DID i eat yesterday.? Wish i could stay like this.

Wonder I'm bipolar lol? what difference would a new label make anyway, sigh. Today's a good day and I'm gonna let it feed my soul to remember in shadow days 🌞🌷🌞🌷🌞

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Well done @Former-Member. I hope you've had a soul soothing day ❤️💜

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Thank you all for your supportive replies. I am truly grateful 💚

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Hugs @Molliex ❤️

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@Molliex

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Hi all. My Nana passed away this morning. She wasn't in any pain her final days, but she had gone blind and was very confused. I am so relieved her suffering is over, but I am also sad - she was such a special person to me. I will be heading back to New Zealand soon. xx

@outlander @BlueBay @Former-Member @Owlunar @MDT @Angels333 @eth @Former-Member @Maggie @Faith-and-Hope @Shaz51 and anyone else who is passing through x

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Sending warm wishes and condolences @Molliex . Take care and safe travels.

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