TW: This episode includes in-depth examples of intrusive thoughts

In this solo episode, I discuss all things intrusive thoughts, from when my intrusive thoughts first began; to how intrusive thoughts contributed to my postpartum anxiety and depression; to how I have been experiencing them lately during this second pregnancy. I share specific examples of my intrusive thoughts and how certain events have triggered them in the past, the challenge of not wanting to be a helicopter parent during intense bouts of anxiety, things I’m currently trying to do to help, and more.

Key Takeaway / Points:

• A recent overstimulating experience I had at the vet
• How overstimulation sometimes feels like intrusive thoughts
• When my intrusive thoughts began
• Intrusive thoughts vs. impulsive thoughts
• How intrusive thoughts contributed to my postpartum anxiety and depression
• Experiencing an uptick of intrusive thoughts during this second pregnancy
• On not wanting to be a helicopter parent despite experiencing intense anxiety
• On linking PTSD to my intrusive thoughts
• Things I’m doing to try to help

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