Break Free from Intrusive Thoughts: An Evidence-Based Guide for Managing Fear and Finding Peace

by Debra Kissen, Micah Ioffe, Emily Lambert

Proven strategies to move through intrusive thoughts and live your best life

Intrusive thoughts are disturbing thoughts or images that appear out of nowhere and make it hard to go about your day, especially in tandem with other anxiety disorders. Break Free from Intrusive Thoughts is a sensitive, modern guide to developing a more accepting relationship with them so you can stop them from holding you back.

The truth about intrusive thoughts—Learn what intrusive thoughts are, what causes them, and what they really mean. Different recovery techniques—Explore a range of therapy techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness.Hands-on healing—Get unstuck from unhelpful thinking patterns through exercises like writing out your fears and labeling your emotions, so you can accept your intrusive thoughts and let them pass.

Learn how to call a truce with your intrusive thoughts and get back to your life.

Genres: Psychology, Nonfiction

149 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 19, 2021

Reviews

[Kailey (Luminous Libro) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book helped me to understand the nature of random thoughts, and to learn not to put too much importance on the weird thoughts that will sometimes jump into your mind. I like that the authors gently guide you through understanding your thoughts. They give advice and techniques for how to softly lead your mind toward positive thoughts and feelings, instead of ruminating and dwelling on negative feelings or disturbing thoughts.

Disclaimer: I received an ecopy of this book for free from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review.

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lifesaving! Thank You so much!

I have suffered terribly from intrusive thoughts for years. I suffer from( Complex post trauma) also I am a victim of( Bipolar Illness II.) The nonstop very sad thoughts I have to deal with everyday and night are torturous. I am now on my way to having a more peaceful way of thinking after years from the traumatic events that occurred 4 years ago. I realized its the flashes that I see in my mind that are pictures of the hardest times I had to endure. Thank you to the authors of this necessary book. Its our thoughts and memories that need to be dealt with in certain ways to bring rest. I was suicidal right before I found this book. Thank You Dr's for writing this amazing piece of art.

Bless You all.

[ash (mymodernrenaissance) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good option if you struggle with intrusive thoughts, although as mentioned in the book, if you have too high of anxiety over this issue, it may be more beneficial to seek customized help from a professional in your own area.