how do I just put it away in my mind?
954245
Just do not worry about it if you were you would know for sure and you now know at this time you are not. If you are not gay or lesbian now and you know it there isn't nothing to worry about. You would of known you were if you were way before watching Dateline.
42447
you don't. it's natural.\n\nor, on the other hand, you could try and be sensible, and just block it out from your mind. or you can just change your attitude from i'm-mister-super-caring-all about  what-people-think-of-me to i-dont-give-crap-and-i'm-gonna act- as-though nothing's-bothering-me.\n\ngot it?  now that's how you gotta stop carin about wat otha ppl tink of ya. alrightty?
1112147
contact him.\nresolving the thoughts is the best way.
953719
Once I get a thought in my head I cannot get rid of it.  I will beat myself to death with it.
49873
find something to take youre mind off of it. if youre doing something fun, you forget youre lonely, it works for and i play the guitar now. its a great way to use your time for something worth it. Take up and instrument! Or a hobbie! Or get a PET!
784368
I've been there...it is not easy but you must force yourself to let go. To continue to let the experience occupy your mind is harmful to your mental health...as well as your physical well being. \nTake advantage of your present situation...you have a wonderful panacea already in place. Instead of dwelling on the past, count your blessings instead. You are very fortunate. Whenever those negative thoughts enter your mind...immediately divert them to the wonderfulness of what you have now achieved. Many of us have encountered injustices on many levels in our lives...some so horrible and deep that recovery is almost impossible (for example a person serving time in prison for a crime they did not commit). \nYou have been fortunate to have risen above yours. You now have a choice...either to enjoy what you have to its fullest extent, or dwell in self pity and continue to let the past dominate your present existence.\nIf I seem harsh, it is not my intention. Once you start diverting those negative thoughts with good ones (like think of some of the most pleasurable moments with your darling baby boy)whenever they enter, it will become easier to put it behind you.
625409
You don't have to forget, but you must move on. Put them in the back of your mind, don't take sand to the beach. Summer is almost here have fun.
571033
just read, think, think think, then right down whatever comes to your brain. After a while, it's the action that's the hardest part not the idea.
1013074
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.
1035143
Think before you speak . Get you thoughts in order then let them go.  This should do the trick but if it doesn't then I guess you can try the stone.
284985
Do Yoga or go to a quiet place and listen to some nice sweet music. This can keep your mind free. Whenever I want to keep my mind free,I just listen to some nice music. Sometimes I do yoga.It keeps my mind very free. I hope this helps.
690151
you wann not ignore them but not think about them either? IF that's what you're saying try writing them down. write everything that's in your head and that needs to come out, then summarize it until you have it down to a few clear points. And then walk away. Do something else, forget about it, then go back with a fresh mind and some space in your head, and try to tackle one aspect of the problem at a time. K, good luck :-)
1050230
Just let it go and move on...
156895
You can pray, "empty your thoughts," make sure you have everything sorted out for the next day....\n\nAnd learn to include the word "get" in your question.  :D
116057
clear your mind of everything. let neutral thoughts flow through your mind. once you remembe you want to sleep fast you will screw everything, just foget about it and sleep will come on its own.
522689
Try to rationally diffuse them. Think about the worst case scenario and if these fears are imaginary you will eventually realise that nothing is going to happen. Its probably more difficult than it sounds - its not always easy to put something out of your mind but persevere and you'll be fine!
1057187
Lie down...relax yourself...let your mind go blank...drift...they will come back.:-)