Ever found yourself stuck replaying the same fearful thoughts on loop — like your brain refuses to hit pause? You’re not alone. I used to lie awake at 2 AM, mentally spiraling through every possible “what if” scenario, convinced something terrible was just around the corner. That tight knot in your chest, the restlessness, the…
If you’ve ever found yourself gripped with fear that you didn’t pray correctly, or that a single intrusive thought during a spiritual moment meant you were sinning — you’re not alone. I’ve been there too. For a long time, I didn’t even know there was a name for the obsessive thoughts I was having during…
It usually starts with one harmless thought. Then another. Before I know it, I’ve convinced myself I’ve messed up everything, that I’m not doing enough, or that something terrible is about to happen. That’s the spiral. And if you’re reading this, I’m guessing you know exactly what I mean. Spiraling thoughts from anxiety aren’t just…
If you’ve ever had a random, disturbing image pop into your head — one that makes you wince or pause in your tracks — you’re not alone. For years, I thought I was just being dramatic. A violent car crash, a sudden fall from a balcony, someone I love getting hurt — these visuals would…
It hits out of nowhere. You’re doing something totally mundane — brushing your teeth, waiting in line for coffee, or zoning out in a meeting — and boom. A disturbing memory barges into your mind like it owns the place. Not just a memory, but one that grabs your chest and squeezes like a vice….
Not long ago, I caught myself spiraling into this weird emotional loop. You know, the kind where you see your partner chatting with someone and suddenly, boom—your stomach twists, your brain races, and you start reading into every word, every glance. I used to think it was just plain jealousy, but over time, I realized…
Ever feel like your mind gets stuck in a loop of thoughts that just won’t quit? That spinning wheel of “what ifs,” irrational fears, or mental checklists that seem to hijack your peace? You’re not alone. I used to lose sleep over what seemed like trivial worries—only to realize they weren’t just stress-related thoughts but…
I used to think I was just overreacting. That maybe I was being dramatic when my mind spiraled into dark corners during stressful moments. But as it turns out, what I was experiencing were intrusive thoughts during anxiety attacks — and I wasn’t alone. It’s surprisingly common, but not nearly talked about enough. The worst…
Sometimes it hits out of nowhere. You’re brushing your teeth, replying to an email, or waiting for your coffee—and then boom, an intrusive thought. It’s disturbing, often irrational, and you wonder, *“Why did that even pop into my head?”* If you’ve been silently wrestling with intrusive thoughts anxiety, trust me, you’re not the only one….