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How do I stop thinking about my fears?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on May 11, 2015
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Play a game like "5, 4, 3, 2, 1" Name 5 things in the room around you Name 4 things you're touching Name 3 things you can hear Name 2 things you can smell Name 1 you LIKE about yourself
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Profile: AkankshaP
AkankshaP on Jan 29, 2015
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you should not stop thinking about your fear then they will always remain, the only difference will be that you will be naive to them. instead of that you should work on overcoming them, to keep yourself a stronger person.
Profile: TEMI4LIVE2
TEMI4LIVE2 on May 20, 2015
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1. Change the negative thought into a positive one. For example, if you are worried and focusing on what could go wrong in a situation, change your thoughts to what could go right. The mind can only think one thought at a time; so changing the negative into a positive eliminates the negative. 2. Use an affirmation. Begin affirming to yourself something positive and self-supporting. The mind will focus on what you are repeating to yourself. Use humour and fun. We get very serious and stressed when we’re thinking negative thoughts. Think of something funny to change the energy, or do something fun like going to a movie or having a night out with friends. Don’t let your negative thoughts have power over you. Be proactive in eliminating them. 3. Remind yourself that the negative thought you are thinking is “only a negative thought.” It has no power other than what you give it. Negatives gain momentum from your thinking them over and over again. So stop thinking them.
Profile: Yuki2714
Yuki2714 on Nov 9, 2015
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If you want to stop thinking about it, then busy yourself with fun and worthwhile activities with your family or friends. Go out on a vacation or a trip. Play sports. Just fun, fun, fun. But if you want to permanently forget it, then face it and courageously shatter it with all your might and never fear again.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jan 27, 2015
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sometimes you have to focus on the good and positive thoughts. The fears will always be there to take over if you let them.
Profile: Clouder
Clouder on Jul 23, 2015
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One approach that I've found effective is to learn to accept the thoughts as they are. When thoughts about fears arise, let them be there instead of immediately trying to push them away. It might help to label the thoughts and observe them in a neutral way, for example, 'Worries are arising... shoulders are tensing up and chest is tightening...' By taking on the role of a neutral observer, you distance yourself from the thoughts/fears and give yourself some space to respond in a mindful way. In time, the thoughts/fears will pass. This can also reduce anxiety over time, as you learn that it's okay for the thoughts/fears to be there and learn to trust that they will pass on their own if you let them.
Profile: frostyMoon72
frostyMoon72 on Apr 6, 2015
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Start accepting your fear and once you do that you can start changing it and not letting it take over your life. ignoring the problem only takes it away for so long
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on May 28, 2015
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You can always try to busy yourself with other things, thereby distracting yourself from your fears! Consider taking up a hobby of a sort, or devoting more time to things that you love (and less time being idle, and alone with your thoughts).
Profile: beautifulshoulder220
beautifulshoulder220 on Jul 21, 2015
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Relax , think about positive things . If you like playing a sport or singing or any kind of hobby , focus on that to keep your mind completely focused.
Profile: rallygirl
rallygirl on Jul 3, 2017
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To stop thinking about your fears, try distracting yourself with things that make you happy! This differs from person to person, but can include reading, going out with friends, exercising, enjoying a nice hot drink, or chatting with a therapist or a listener on 7 cups.
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