229. Intrusive Thoughts

Do intrusive thoughts create distress for you, especially when they involve sexuality? Through my work helping people overcome pornography, I've noticed how these unwanted thoughts often trigger shame, anxiety, and a desperate desire to make them stop. In this episode, I share a powerful exercise about a pink elephant that perfectly illustrates why fighting against intrusive thoughts only makes them stronger. I demonstrate how we can learn to let intrusive thoughts exist without engaging with them, ultimately allowing them to fade naturally into the background. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://centerforovercoming.com/post/intrusive-thoughts If you’re ready to do this work and start practicing unconditional commitment towards quitting your porn habit, sign up to work with Sara: https://www.sarabrewer.com/workwithmeMentioned in this episode:Free TrainingEverything You Were Taught About Quitting Porn Kept You Trapped. Once you see why, you can finally break the cycle and feel free again.Watch the Free Training Here!