Tackling Intrusive Thoughts: Insights from Dr. Martin Seif
Effort works backwards... Whenever we tell ourselves not to have a thought, you know what's going to happen.
Intrusive thoughts can feel like an unwelcome guest that refuses to leave. In this episode of 'The Anxious Truth', host Drew Linsalata sits down with Dr. Martin Seif, a psychologist and author with a wealth of experience in anxiety disorders, to unpack this complex issue. Dr. Seif shares his expertise on what these thoughts are, why they become so disruptive, and most importantly, how to manage them.
This conversation dives deep into the nature of intrusive, obsessive, and unwanted thoughts, offering listeners practical advice and strategies to regain control. They also tackle common myths about these thoughts and discuss the role of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in exacerbating them. Dr. Seif emphasizes the importance of understanding your personal background and the dynamics that can make these thoughts worse.
This episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone grappling with anxiety, providing both hope and practical steps to navigate through these challenging mental landscapes.