201: Intrusive thoughts and how to manage them

Trying to work out how to manage intrusive thoughts? 😱💭🤯 If you’re struggling with intrusive thoughts anxiety and dealing with unwanted thoughts, then this episode will help you figure out how to stop intrusive thoughts. Consider it the ‘intrusive thoughts help’ you never realised you needed! Dealing with intrusive thoughts can be tough, but thankfully there are lots of ways to get rid of unwanted thoughts! In this new episode of the Let’s Talk About Mental Health podcast I’ll be talking about practical stuff like: what are intrusive thoughts? Why do we have intrusive thoughts sometimes, and can you learn how to stop unwanted thoughts? And, spoiler alert, yes you can learn how to get past intrusive thoughts and I’ll be showing you how. So, let’s talk! 👋💬 PS: When you’re done I’d love to know what you think, so let me know in the comments or find me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth 😃 And for more tips, watch my video about how to stop feeling overwhelmed: https://youtu.be/kQk42yxgJcM  *************************** Improve your mental health in just 10-15 minutes a day with my Daily Reflection Tool and Self Care Planner! Just $12.50 AUD (about $9 USD), find it here: https://sowl.co/s/bsw5ZB   *************************** About Let’s Talk About Mental Health: Let's Talk About Mental Health is the weekly podcast that teaches you how to look after your mental health, with simple ideas that draw on both quality research and the experience of writer and host Jeremy Godwin. Each episode focuses on practical things you can do to improve your mental health and take control of your wellbeing. Discover the podcast all about better mental health and join listeners in over 170 countries worldwide! Let's Talk About Mental Health. Because the more we talk about it, the easier it gets. *************************** ► Read the transcript for this episode: http://letstalkaboutmentalhealth.com.au/?p=11834    ► Ad-free early access via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jeremygodwin ► Join my free mailing list for transcripts and my weekly newsletter: https://letstalkaboutmentalhealth.com.au/subscribe/ ► Let’s Talk About Mental Health on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltamentalhealth/ ► Jeremy Godwin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjeremygodwin  ► Find past episodes at: https://letstalkaboutmentalhealth.com.au/episodes/ ► Visit my website: www.ltamh.com  *************************** Resources:  📚 Buy my book Life Advice That Doesn't Suck!: https://jeremygodwin.com.au/latds/   📚 Buy my book Let’s Talk About Mental Health (Volume One): https://jeremygodwin.com.au/ltamhbook1/   *************************** #intrusivethoughts #overwhelm #takecontrol #mentalhealth #mentalhealthpodcast #mentalhealthmatters #wellness #assertiveness #calm #mindset #growth #acceptance #peaceofmind #betterrelationships #ltamhpodcast #letstalkaboutmentalhealth #ltamh #mentalhealthtips #wellbeing #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealthpodcasts #bettermentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #improveyourmentalhealth #selfhelp #selfcare #depression #anxiety #mentalwellness