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Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

MolliexSenior Contributor

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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outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

merry Christmas to you too @Angels333 🎁🎁

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MolliexSenior Contributor

Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Thank you @Former-Member. I'm over the worst of the change period now, but I'm having some side effects from the new meds, so too soon to tell if it's going to help.

Ive been too exhausted to be around much, but you've been in my thoughts 💙

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MolliexSenior Contributor

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💚💙💜🎄 @outlander

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Hi @Molliex

Really sorry to read that you have been unwell with a chest infection. Hope it clears up quickly. Missed you around here. Perhaps you're getting some special snuggles from your new kitten? Hope she has settled into the family dynamics well.

Sherry 💕

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MolliexSenior Contributor

Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Thanks @Former-Member. I've just been so unwell and haven't had the energy to be around. Have also travelled for some family Christmas events, but I'm home now. I'm hopeful I can get to see my Dr tomorrow, I need to get better.

Kitty cuddles have helped a bit ❤️

I hope you're doing well @Former-Member 🎄

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outlanderSenior Contributor

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Get well soon @Molliex 💙❤

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MolliexSenior Contributor

Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Hi all. Sorry I haven't been around. I've not been in the best place.

I've had a chest infection thanks to a virus + asthma + terrible air quality. It's been really hard to kick it and

I'm exhausted from lack of sleep.

My toddler is going through the terrible 2s and everything is met with screams of "no no no no" or absolute meltdowns. I'm so tired, I know I'm not being the best parent. I'm trying, but it's just so damn hard.

I've found the fires hard. We're not directly in their path, and I know that I have absolutely no right to complain. But the constant barrage of awful news has just taken it's toll on me. I've had family evacuated, and today when driving back from my parents house, we only just made it onto a major highway before it was closed due to a fire.

I'm seeing my GP tomorrow for a new mental health plan. I was hoping this year would be better, but it hasn't started off well.

2 positives - no SH and my new kitten (Luna) is an absolute joy

Although I'm not around much, I have been popping in and checking on the threads. I am thinking of you all 💙💚💙💚

@outlander @Former-Member @Angels333 @BlueBay @Owlunar @MDT @eth @saturnzoon @Shaz51 @Appleblossom @Bunniekins @Zoe7 @Meowmy

@Adge @Sans911 @TAB

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TABSenior Contributor

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Far out @Molliex stay safe .I'm not really in a fire area here, but smell smoke some nights. you will get through it. Hope things improve for you soon

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MDTSenior Contributor

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hey @Molliex I hear you

I have found that limiting news and media and social media has helped re fires and mental health

My sister got upset about it today when she was watching something about the fires, i feel the same.

I just need to take a break from it all. It's not healthy to consume so much media on something this bad. It's bad enough.

Other than that it sounds like things are alright. Your kid is being that I guess hey? a kid. Part of the territory. I doubt you are a bad parent. You are trying and that is more than most.

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Zoe7Senior Contributor

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Sending you strength, hugs and love @Molliex

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