Dealing with negative thought patterns?
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You can try replacing those thoughts with more upbeat thoughts.  Everytime you think "what's the point?" try to also think of a good reason to make the effort.  Meditation may be helpful to you in learning to control your thoughts.\n\nWhile you may not be depressed now, with that thought pattern you could become depressed easily.  Or maybe you are now, and just don't realize it.
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usually repetitive, disturbing thoughts, that you have difficulty turning you brain off, and not thinking of them, for me its usually watching anything bad on the news, i can go on for days thinking about what a terrible place the world is, and about all the terrible things happening here on earth.  Look up ocd online.  I think the thoughts vary from person to person.  But, there are many meds available that actually help you to control or stop those awful, obsessive thoughts.
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I have this same problem. However, I use both therapy and medication. Not just for this reason, but it helps. However, you simply just have to train yourself to do otherwise. You have to train your mind to think a certain way. This may conflict with your personality, but everytime you have that feeling of paranoia, you have to conciously reassure yourself that what you're paranoid of just isn't true. You have to force yourself to think otherwise. It's difficult. But you can do it if you honestly put a lot of effort into it.
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Well this is totally different than what we discussed a few days ago......lol  The "Carry off" portion changes the whole perspective. When you say it this way....I realize you are talking about "masking" feelings with happiness......or promoting the feeling of unhappiness for the sake of your audience. \n\nYes, I'm a master at smiling and making the world think I'm happy. (even when things are crumbling around me) Rarely do people know the blows that life lands on me because I won't allow the efffects to show in my demeanor. It's not that it is work.....it's not that it is hard to do.....it's just how it is. I never want people to feel sorry for me or to feel that they must take on my burdens, so I tackle things on my own in my own time and don't show the negative side. \n\nThus why I said earlier that maintaining a "negative" disposition would be harder work for me. It would mean that I would actually have to bring my issue to the forefront of my mind and think about it. It's such a natural response for me to just "table" it until I'm alone. When someone that knows me well sits me down and says, "Ok, spill it....something is eating at you." Well it takes all the strength and effort in the world to make myself actually "unload." I seriously just have a very very hard time burdening anyone else with the things floating around in my head. So hands down.............it's easier to maintain a positive disposition than a negative one. \n\n*now all of you think I need therapy right? lol....you just might be right!! lol*
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That's a tough one...\n\nI don't think you can actually stop thoughts from crossing your mind if it is something you desire. BUT, what you can do is go to a therapist/counselor and try to learn how to get the thoughts off your mind when they do occur. And how to not act on those thoughts if that is something you don't want to be doing.
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SURE I DO! \n\nAnd i reinforce this everyday, whenever i'm feeling negative, and thinks everything's wrong, and there's no hope, all the bad things start happening or continue without remedy.\n\nBut as soon as i start thinking positive, start looking for solutions, and start making things happen, all of that changes, or at least, i find them less frigthening.
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It is very hard as it is not just a behavior...there is also a thought process/belief system present that keeps these negative behaviors occuring. I totally agree with the person that suggests rubber bands etc to help with the behavioral aspect, but I also believe that good counseling to deal with your thought (cognitive) processes is in order. Good luck. I am right there with you!!
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sometimes I think Im great but right now I am feeling low so maybe later I will think of something. my shrink says I should think of possitive things about myself rather then be so negitive. your question is a nice one
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Subscribe to this little magazine, it might help!\n\npositivethinkingmag.com
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When I am around people that think or talk negatively all the time, I simply remove myself from that situation.  The negative people are just looking for that additional attention.  By not giving it, you are telling them that that is not cool.  They will either change or be alone.  When you do come across someone that is negative, find things that are positive to talk about.  Just dont let them bring you down with them.
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I know exactly what you're going through, i have ocd too. im not going to a psycologist or anything though. its like i cant stop thinking. i think the thing that usually helps me is to go out with friends, they help me feel better and keep my mind off things.
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It takes practice.  But the moment you catch yourself thinking something 'bad' or negative - stop yourself and change it for its happier alternative - believe me, it works.  You just have to get into the habit of changing your thought processes..
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Have less faith in FEAR and more faith in yourself.\n\nGod created you and God doesn't make junk.\n\nThink positive. Just because you haven't done it yet, doesn't mean it isn't doable.\n\nMost importantly, tell any negative thoughts in your mind to BE GONE in Jesus name.\nJesus already fought the fight against negative... you do not have to keep dealing with it.  God is with you. God is LOVE.\n\nWhen you ask yourself a question choose the answer that represents LOVE, TRUTH, JOY, KINDNESS.\n\nIf you go out there and do the interview, and you don't get the job, you have still succeeded!!! Because you overcame THAT fear.\n\nStop letting the negative in your mind beat you up emotionally.  You are stronger than you have been thinking.\n\nBlessings to you.
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First of all, I remind myself that at some point in time, the bad experience will be behind me.  Then I imagine myself in the future and how I want it to end, and consider what actions I can take within the present moment so that when I do look back on it, I will at least have maintained my dignity.\n\nTo cope with overwhelming emotions, I especially find it helpful to listen to music that reflects and draws out those emotions, and I sing along as loud as I can -- for me it is an excellent release.  My son is more physical than vocal, so his release is through physical activity -- usually jogging around the neighborhood or shooting hoops.  If you have a boxing bag, that is another excellent way to channel some aggressive and angry feelings.\n\nI also like to journal about the situation and my feelings, because it sometimes helps me look at things from a slightly different perspective.  Venting to a friend that's a good listener always helps, and if there is someone I feel I can turn to for constructive advice, I will do that as well.
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I always remind myself that I cannot change people, but I can change the way I react to them.\n\nLove and compassion and a good ear for listening.  People who are negative should be taken in small doses as they can really bring you down.\n\nLook for the good in people and you will surely find it.  Stay clear of any gossip.  Even listening to it is harmful.  Be willing to walk away and not participate.  Or inject something nice about the person people are gossiping about this will end the conversation.\n\npeace
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Dreams can carry messages at times but doesn't necessarily mean it's for you. It can be intended for someone else. Regardless of that, your answer to your problem is easy and free. Close your eyes and kneel to the ground and pray,pray,pray. GOD is your solution and will take away those negative/non GODLY thoughts/dreams. GOD BLESS YOU.
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This is what we spend all that time in school for... were you paying attention and doing the work? lol!\n\nIt is not the first impulse or first fleeting idea that we control, but what we do with it. If you let go of negative impulses and thoughts, and grab hold of positive impulses and thoughts, you will condition your mind to only produce the ones you want to have.