How to overcome negative emotions/thoughts?

Answer 1

it is not possible,
and such emotions, and thoughts are stimulating our efforts for self improving

Answer 2

I've been given a lot of advice on this topic. Among the top "cures" are the following:

1. have faith/pray about it
2. always remember that God has a purpose for everything
3. do affirmations (aloud, say positive statements about yourself, repeatedly, every day, until you believe them)
4. keep a journal about these thoughts: what they are & what you were doing when they happened - after a while, look back through this journal and see what triggers it - then, when you see the trigger coming, change your reaction to something more positive

Now, here's the catch......it's easier to stick with the old, familiar, negative thoughts than it is to learn new, foreign, positive thoughts. You have to REALLY WANT to change in order to achieve even baby-steps in the right direction, and it doesn't happen overnight. So, here's my advice:

1. find someone you trust that you are willing to be accountable to, and who is willing to hear you out in a NON-JUDGMENTAL way......this person will need to know what to say or do that will help you get through each episode, even if it's just to listen, and then talk to you about it once the episode has passed - you must be very careful about who you choose for this role, as some people will get squeamish and back out, leaving you feeling betrayed and worse off than before
2. a therapist is also a good idea and can help guide you through the process of learning new behaviors, as well as help you choose an accountability partner
3. IMPORTANT - if the thoughts include homicidal or suicidal ideation, consult with a psychiatrist - meds can help tame those thoughts while you work on changing the thought patterns
4. BE PATIENT WITH YOURSELF!!! You know the old saying "2 steps forward, 1 step back"......it's a slow process, and there will always be setbacks

If you believe in God, I am not discounting faith as a coping method. It is a fact that problems such as these have both physical and emotional origins, and I don't think God intended for us to sit back and wait for a miracle whenever we have a problem. God expects us to use what He has given us, and that includes doctors.

I've tried many things to deal with my own negative emotions/thoughts, some of which I won't share because I don't want to give you any bad ideas. I take meds on and off (on works best), and try to follow my own advice. My biggest fear is totally opening up to someone about the extent of my problem, which is why I haven't overcome it, yet......maybe that's part of your problem, also. I think facing this fear - not overcoming it, just facing it - is the first and biggest step you (and I) have to take.

Answer 3

It took awhile (a year?) but I took a good look at my parents and my moms other daughter. They are all very pessimistic and bitter and angry and negative. I realized that I did not want to be like that. Si I started seeing the good in the world and thinking positive thoughts. I am optimistic about life. Have a happy day!

Answer 4

Have complete faith in God. Think that what is going on is His wish and it is the best for you. If you can think this way,then you can overcome your negative thoughts.

Answer 5

negativity is like cancer- it starts small but will spread like wildfire if you don't keep it in check. You have to consciously stop a negative thought as soon as it comes up. It takes practice, but if you replace all your irrational negativity with rational thoughts you'll get in the habit of doing that instead.

Answer 6

I find it most effective to draw a circle on a wall preferably brick, terra cotta works nicely or marble if you are more upmarket person then proceed to bash the forehead proptly into it until all emotions are drained. As well as having a therapeutic result it also improves forehead-eye accuracy. GOOD LUCK!

Answer 7

every time you have a negative thought or emotion, stab out one of your eyes. you really only have two tries with this method so do this instead:
Pretend life kicks *** for 6 months straight no matter what, laugh when you want to whine or cry or whatever. Force it when you have to. in 5 months, life will kick ***.
seriously

Answer 8

Hi! Very easy.

Think positive, talk positive and stay positive.

Help a lot and a lot of people with your sincere heart and praying quietly, you will definitely overcome it once it become your daily life activity ok!

ALL THE BEST!

Answer 9

Try cognitive therapy, there is a good book on this called 'Beating the Blues'. I cant remember the authors name, however I know it is a female. You can borrow it from the library.
Its a pretty good book, I like it because it is not about trying to tell yourself things are good when they are not its about being realalistic and changing your way of thinking.

Answer 10

Check out Worry Busters at http://www.wayneburke.com
Good Luck!

Answer 11

Do something to keep your mind and body busy. Go exercise, read a good book, or watch a nice movie. Do things you enjoy to keep those depressing thoughts away.