When you can’t get something off your mind, it’s usually best to pursue that obsession.
And, I mean any obsession. I’m talking to the weight-obsessed, hopeless romantic, starving artist, anxious entrepreneur, even scorned individuals. You must confront your desires whether intended for good or evil by being honest with yourself first. Then, use these coping techniques to relieve the anxiety and oftentimes stress that comes with being obsessed:
Seek advice from those who have been there and done that. Remember though you are a unique individual, your circumstance is likely not in a world of 7 billion people.
Let’s address the unhealthy obsession I mentioned earlier. If fulfilling your desires involves harming others, seek professional help immediately. Acting out such an obsession could be disastrous, yielding unnecessary consequences. Though you may feel alone. You are not alone. Someone is always a phone call away. Google mental health helpline services. Join a community group for support.Â
On the health side of things, I personally know the struggle of extreme dieting. If you’ve been wanting to lose weight for years and gain muscle, I suggest exercising to relieve stress and eating whole foods multiple times daily to lower cortisol (stress hormone) in the stomach. Glyptobody.com has an all-in-one meal plan package to help you get the body type you’ve been obsessing over. A strong mind and body does wonders for your ability to cope, and cope well with mental battles.
Obsession causes you to withdraw, sometimes becoming anti-social or the complete opposite: demanding and overbearing. Either behaviors stem from insecurities, or could even be a disorder. Mind coach Beth Main tells ADDitude magazine,“What you resist persists. The more you try to ignore these thoughts, the more persistent they become. Like many things related to ADD/ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).”
Build confidence in yourself through daily affirmations to lighten affects of ADHD. And, if your obsessive thoughts are unrelated to medical, you have the power to remove inhibitions through repetition. Write the answer(s) to this statement and repeat aloud daily.
I am a successful ____________. No one can build you up like you can. Positive self-esteem exudes confidence and lessens worry and stress.
It’s perfectly fine to desire something so greatly that you lose sleep at times. In fact, it’s normal. But, in everything you do, take a balanced approach and reap rewards! Don’t think about when, just know it’s coming because life is not a destination, it’s a journey. So, keep going because time is on your side to explore healthy obsessions!
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