New here- i need my brain to stop racing. Any thoughts on slowing down?

stopmybrain July 08, 2020 at 16:57 1150 views 3 comments

So i have a problem. Anytime i feel my mind is racing towards things that i cannot change and are beyond my control, i add up a new responsibility in my life. The more responsibilities on my plate, the less time i have to dwell on things.

People think i am a super mom or a super woman handling a well paying job, two great kids, husband and 2 dogs (one pup and one senior with dementia). But still my mind races. It never seems to stop. Once every few months i reach a breakdown. I struggle with relationships and cannot let myself be dependent on anyone ever. I am tired of taking care of myself but i am not comfortable depending on anyone

Once hurt, twice shy.

I need to slow my brain down. Thoughts?

Comments (3)

praxis July 08, 2020 at 18:04 #432810 0 likes

A few things that can immediately promote a more relaxed mind:

Breathing - Through the nose, slower, and with the diaphragm.
Diet - Enough fiber and no sugary or processed foods.
Exercise - Even just walking.
Hypnosis - For relaxation (download an app or whatever)
Meditation - May take some skill-building before you see a benefit.

jgill July 08, 2020 at 19:35 #432832 0 likes

The practice of Zen might help. It's possible to reach a point where the mind still races, but one is able to stand apart and observe.

stopmybrain July 08, 2020 at 21:45 #432860 0 likes

Thank you.

All the 5 points that praxis mentioned are for sure missing. Wish sugar was a resolution for something in life!

I just finished reading zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance. It was quite a difficult book to finish but i could see how much the author believed in it and how well researched he was. How does one start building towards it?

I am generally more detached to stuff than i was before and can detach and observe (most of the times). I consider myself happy too. Or atleast happy enough to enjoy the little things in life.

But once in awhile a trigger comes along, something someone said or did or acted- and it breaks me down to bits. How do you pause and observe and not react ALL THE TIME