It’s been three long years since I hit my lowest point. Three years of hard work, intense therapy, and lots and lots of meditation.
Make no mistake, OCD is a beast…but one that many have learned to tame over time.
Let us tell you just how these survivors are able to break through the withering effects of OCD.
You see, it all starts with the help of some simple techniques.
In this blog post, we’ll share three of the most helpful tips for meditating your way through OCD.
Keep reading.
Let’s discover the 3 meditation tips proven to promote well-being and a sense of calmness.
Mindful meditation
Mindful meditation differs from transcendental meditation in that it does not include the use of mantras.
You know, the whole mantras thingy can be a bit freaky for some people, but it’s a great way to focus on your breath and relax.
Whether you meditate in a seated position, on your knees, or even standing or walking about…It’s cool.
It doesn’t matter how you practice mindful meditation, But the key is this:
Anchoring your thoughts.
Which pretty much means that during mindful meditation, you focus on your breath and pay attention to your thoughts and sensations without judgment.
So, when intrusive thoughts pop into your head, you acknowledge them and simply then let them go.
You don’t try to push them away or suppress them.
Now. this can be a difficult task, but it will become more accessible and more automatic over time.
Trust us.
But, if you need a little more help with meditating…take a look at the next way to meditate down below.
Guided meditation
Think of guided meditation as a form of mindfulness meditation, but this is one being led by a teacher, therapist, or recording.
And, that’s actually a key component of this type of meditation.
You see, guided meditation can be helpful both f you’re new to meditation or have trouble focusing during the practice.
It’s also useful if you’re attempting to focus on a certain issue, such as anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder.
This is what happens during a session of guided meditation.
You’ll be asked to concentrate on your breath and pay attention to your thoughts and feelings without criticism.
The instructor, therapist, or recorder will then walk you through visualizations or relaxation techniques. (even surrounding a specific area of concern)
Also, this form of meditation may be done in a group setting or alone…
Making for another reason this is a great way to practice meditating through OCD.
The Third and final meditation tip to meditating through OCD can best be described like this.
Visualization
This is a form of meditation that uses mental imagery and other senses to create calming scenes in your mind.
It’s pretty simple, actually.
You close your eyes and focus on peaceful images, such as a beach or waterfall.
You might also try picturing yourself in a safe place or with people who make you happy.
As you focus on the image, you might also try to feel the sensations associated with it.
For example, if you’re picturing yourself at the beach, you might feel the warmth of the sun or the coolness of the water.
You can practice visualization anywhere and at any time.
You might want to try it when you’re feeling anxious or stressed.
Or, if you’re trying to fall asleep, you can focus on a relaxing scene before bedtime.
OCD can be debilitating, but with the help of meditation, you can learn to manage your symptoms and live a happier, healthier life.
Try incorporating these three meditation techniques into your OCD treatment plan and see what works best for you. Don’t give up – the more you practice, the easier it will become. Trust us!
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