Eating Disorders & Body Image Group

Effective Tips to Stop Obsessive Thoughts

People with eating disorders are swarmed by obsessive thoughts and feel helpless to come out of the situation. Everything is fast in this modern world and many people fail to cope with the quick changes. We start developing sensory overload or OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Be proactive
Staying proactive or at least keeping oneself occupied in some physical activities can counteract obsessive thoughts. Brisk walking and workouts are the best activities that exercise the cardiovascular system. Remember, an active body can deactivate obsessive thoughts

Visualize a red signal
Visualize a stoplight whenever you feel an obsessive thought is brewing. Take charge of your thoughts before they take complete control of you.

Think of the opposite
Always think of the opposite. Every time you see a mirror and feel that you are fat, consciously state that you are thin and are looking wonderful. Think of those who are obese and be happy you are not one of them.

Treat thoughts as just thoughts
When you are obsessed with thoughts make sure you treat them just as thoughts. Now that you know you are a victim of obsessed thoughts don't fall into the trap again and again. Tune you mind to treat thoughts rationally and not treat it as a reality. Manage your thoughts and eliminate fear from your life.

These techniques may sound 'easier-said-than-done' but if put into practice you will be amazed in a couple of weeks that you have smartly overcome and have put a full stop to obsessive thoughts.