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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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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Hey @Molliex , thanks for replying.

That's great to hear, I hope it's all going well for you.

No I don't have a post about my struggles yet but I'll make one, I'll tag you and @Zoe7 in it.

Thanks, hope you're well. Take care, love and hugs.

Tayla xx

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

It's a type of tree @Zoe7. My daughter shares the name of this tree and it's to remind me I have roots and things worth fighting to stick around for 💜

How are you feeling today? Still achy?

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Hey lovely friend @Molliex how are you this mirning? Will your daughter turn 3??

my granddaughter has been hsbing night terrors sbd terrible tantrums. Omg I saw it yesterday at the shops gee she can throw a tantrum!!!!

its going to be a beautiful day here tidsy. Is it nice where you are? ❤️❤️

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Morning @BlueBay. Yes, she will be 3. I bought a 2nd hand wooden dollhouse online and have spent the last few days cleaning it and making it look new. She's going to love it.

My girl is certainly capable of epic meltdowns, but I'm lucky I haven't had to deal with night terrors.

It looks overcast outside. It should be warm, but not hot. I'm not a fan of the heat, so that's OK with me. I hope you have a lovely day @BlueBay 💙🌻

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Oh that will be nice @Molliex I'm sure your daughter will love her dolls house.
it's such a good age. I really like this age where you can have a little conversation. My little A doesn't stop talking!!! Typical girl 😂

im hoping to see her today.
the other day I bought her some new clothes and she says "wow thsnkyou nonna" it makes me smile. She turns 3 in September.
have a great day @Molliex

always here for you ❤️❤️💐

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

That is very cool @Molliex My tattoo is going to be a butterfly (no surprise lol) but with special meaning to me. It will have an S woven into it for a very special friend who has changed my life for the better - and that is something I will never forget. ... @Faith-and-Hope might like to read this also.

The pain has decreased a little today but I am still very uncomfortable. Hoping very much that it is even better by tomorrow for work I can take the pain meds over the weekend but not as many at work ...they often have side effects and I can't risk that at work.I also have a lot of marking and organising to do for this week so it is going to be a busy day. Unfortunately having to leave work on Friday as I did I didn

t bring home some things I need so I can only do some of what I need to do today and the rest will need to be tomorrow night. I have a meeting after school so it is looking like a late night tomorrow night.

What are your plans for today?

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Oh dear. I hope you can get the rest you need today @Zoe7 and feel better for work tomorrow. Today I'm doing some gardening, and wrapping my daughters gifts before she gets home from her Nan's house 😁

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Is it your daughter's birthday today @Molliex - how old is she?

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Oh my poor thread has been so unloved for some time. I'm sorry my friends that I haven't been so present.

I've been struggling with our current situation. My work has me directly involved with people impacted in various ways, and it's impossible to ignore the pain it's causing so many, beyond the physical illness and death.

I had a good session with my pdoc this week about coping mechanisms for stress and anxiety during this time. It was quite helpful.

Hoping I can keep my head above water and stay positive enough to get through the tough times ahead.

Love to @Zoe7 @BlueBay @Angels333 @eth @Shaz51 @outlander @MDT and anyone elsw 🌻🌻💜

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Hey @Molliex

All good re being busy. It's that time of the season I guess hey.

Nice to hear from you. Glad you saw the pdoc
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