Do you find the more you try to stop thinking about something unpleasant, the more those unwanted thoughts keep popping up in your brain? Whether you're trying to quit thinking about an ex after your breakup, or you want to quit rehashing that conversation that didn't go well earlier in the day, it's hard to get your brain to stop thinking about something.

Fortunately, there are things you can do to stop ruminating and deal with intrusive thoughts. Today, I share how to change the channel in your brain so you can focus on more pleasant things. When you do, you'll feel better.

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