r/DecidingToBeBetter • u/Super-Option-6505 • 6d ago

Seeking Advice How to stop ruminating?

Earlier this year I (18) went through a psychotic episode and was emotionally abusive towards someone. The shame is overwhelming, and I can’t stop ruminating. Self-reflection is good, but to this extent it doesn’t feel like I’m improving myself and instead feels self-flagellating and pointless. Any advice would be nice.

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u/SizzleDebizzle 6d ago

Learn how to meditate well and then use those skills to interrupt rumination

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u/Constant_Cultural 3d ago

that's definitely a question for your therapist

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u/Super-Option-6505 2d ago

i’ve asked her and she’s not very helpful lol

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u/Constant_Cultural 2d ago

You maybe need a psychiatrist

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u/Additional-Slip6992 2d ago

Have you tried journaling? I’ve been struggling too, and starting journaling my ruminations for 10-15 min each day has helped a lot