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First off, I guess I wonder why you term the thoughts "negative"? Is it possible that labeling them negative adds to your "negative" response to them? In other words... What if you just called them "my thoughts"? Would they lose some aspect of darkness for you?

Second, I wonder what these thoughts are.... if it's a pro/con type dialogue, it sounds like good reasoning skills; if it's more like pretty/ugly conflict... is there any way to find beauty in the "ugly" side? Many apparant negatives are blessings in disguise. A toad is not beautiful, but I love 'em, they eat mosquito's.

Third, are your negative thoughts trying to tell you something? Maybe "be cautious", or reminding you of previous struggles? Self-protecting you? Honor thier presence, but you do't have to take orders from them.

I think Kv said something to consider... accept the thoughts, don't fight them, acknowledge them, then remind yourself also of the positive, you're free to choose which you respond to, or maybe a mix of the two....

Take care sweetie..... I hope you start to feel better soon

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"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but rising every time we fall." Confucius