Be gone bad thoughts.

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I could write so much about my own experiences of having intrusive thoughts and about how they've prevented me from doing so many things over the past 15 years. Girly weekends away? No, my Husband might have an accident and die. Spa break? No, just incase something happens to one of my children. Time to move my baby into her own room? No way, what if she stops breathing and I don't hear her. Honeymoon? Yes, but only a day or two and not too far, just incase. Friend's birthday? No, I haven't seen them in such a while, i might have a panic attack and they won't get it or understand. Work promotion? No, what if people think I'm silly for applying, or that I'm not good enough?
New hairstyle? No, people will hate it. Now, imagine - if we were able to switch the negative and intrusive into a happy and positive...

Girly weekends away? Hell yes! I deserve it.
Spa Break? Erm, absolutely - about time my Husband and I had a break. Moving baby into own room? Oooo how exciting, I bet we both get a better sleep! Honeymoon? 100%, we have an amazing family and they will be well looked after and enjoy the attention. Friend's birthday? Ahhh yes, missed them so much-be lovely to catch up!
Work promotion? And??
New hairstyle - do it!

What experiences would you have had? What memories would you have made? What would your life be like?

Intrusive thoughts and anxiety can be crippling, but in time, with the right help and being open, true and honest with yourself and those around you, you will find the strength and support to let them come and go. After all, they are just thoughts. Don't suffer in silence. You'd be surprised how many of us bubbly, happy, smiley and confident souls are experiencing it too.

#shareyourworries #breakthestigma #letthesunshinein #anxiety #intrusive thoughts #ocd #anxietydisorders #livingwithanxiety #pnd #youmattertoo #selfcare #selflove 

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