Is there a way to take notice of the thoughts, just to say 'ok brain I hear you', and then let them go? I know it's hard not to get caught up in scary thoughts, distraction is a very good idea if you can keep it up. You don't have to let the thoughts have too much power.
I put it down on paper and then the ghost does not ache so much.
Yeah, I get that it's hard. I know that people say a lot of what makes thoughts distressing is the interpretation and weight you give them so keep trying. If you can label them as just anxious thoughts then anxious thoughts are 'ok' and nothing to get really worked up about. Are there distractions that don't take up too much energy?
I put it down on paper and then the ghost does not ache so much.
You know that there wasn't a microchip before though, so whatever it is you're hearing it's not that. It sounds like you're feeling panicky and focusing on stuff a lot. I know that it's easier said than done to stay distracted but keep trying. Is there someone you can talk to if you need to?
I put it down on paper and then the ghost does not ache so much.
But what if it is there?
I am trying to stay distracted
I don't know who to talk to
111 would send an ambulance if I was completely honest and I don't need that
I don't think I could call the crisis team because I'm not under them
I'm fine! Totally fine. I don't know why it's coming out all loud and squeaky, 'cause really, I'm fine!
If you spoke to someone what would you want them to do for you? Do you think a psych nurse would understand better? I think here you can phone 111 and ask to speak to a psych nurse, not sure if that’s the same with you.
I put it down on paper and then the ghost does not ache so much.
I don't know
I'm not even sure it's a mental health problem but it's so distressing and I want it to stop
Want to OD but I don't have the right meds
Not to die just to make it all stop for a bit
I'm fine! Totally fine. I don't know why it's coming out all loud and squeaky, 'cause really, I'm fine!
I'm sorry you're hurting so much right now, sweet.
I wonder if you feel it would help to try and call 111 or the alternative in your area? (Even just to chat to someone, they may be able to refer you to the crisis team so you could then speak to them?) I can also really relate to wanting everything to stop for a little bit, although I'm very glad you don't have the medication to OD on.
I could try 111 but I worry about them sending an ambulance which wouldn't be good
I took my meds early tonight so I'm hoping I'll be able to sleep soon
I'm fine! Totally fine. I don't know why it's coming out all loud and squeaky, 'cause really, I'm fine!