{"id":866,"date":"2024-03-28T18:34:44","date_gmt":"2024-03-29T01:34:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.PsychologyLounge.com\/?p=866"},"modified":"2024-03-28T18:34:44","modified_gmt":"2024-03-29T01:34:44","slug":"overcoming-thought-ocd-with-a-smile-strategies-for-managing-intrusive-thoughts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.PsychologyLounge.com\/overcoming-thought-ocd-with-a-smile-strategies-for-managing-intrusive-thoughts\/","title":{"rendered":"Overcoming Thought OCD with a Smile: Strategies for Managing Intrusive Thoughts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Living with Thought OCD, or Pure Obsessional OCD, can sometimes feel like having a pesky roommate in your brain who won’t stop playing the same annoying song on repeat. You know the one\u2014those intrusive, unwanted thoughts that pop into your head uninvited, causing anxiety and distress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thought OCD, also known as Pure Obsessional OCD or Pure O, is a subtype of OCD characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts or images that lead to distress and anxiety. These thoughts often revolve around themes such as harm, violence, or inappropriate sexual behavior. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
But fear not! With a sprinkle of humor and a dash of lightness, you can learn to manage these intrusive thoughts and reclaim your mental space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Remember, managing thought OCD is a journey, and it’s okay to have ups and downs along the way. With a bit of humor, a dose of mindfulness, and a sprinkle of self-compassion, you can learn to manage your intrusive thoughts and live a more lighthearted life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Living with Thought OCD, or Pure Obsessional OCD, can sometimes feel like having a pesky roommate in your brain who won’t stop playing the same annoying song on repeat. You know the one\u2014those intrusive, unwanted thoughts that pop into your … Continue reading