How can I distract myself in healthy ways from negative thoughts?

When trying to get rid of a negative thought, we need to fill the void by replacing it with a positive, healthy thought. Otherwise, it leaves us wide open to more and more negative thoughts.

Exercise. Write. Dance. Sing. Laugh. Call a friend. Watch a movie. Take a bubble bath. Pet your cat. Pet your dog. Take a nap!

Surround yourself with good people, people who lift you up and bring out the best in you. Dont settle for people who just makes you feel terrible about yourself, they dont deserve you. Think happy thoughts!

I think trying to keep yourself occupied as much as possible would help particularly through pursing an interest or engaging in hobbies and doing more of those things that you enjoy/love doing. So long as you are busy and keep yourself distracted it should help keep your mind off those negative thoughts.

First of all, wanting to distract yourself from negative thoughts in a healthy way is a great sign that you are aware and that is definitely one of the most important parts. Finding healthy ways to cope can be a challenge but if you look hard enough, you might find that every day stuff that you do keeps you from having bad thoughts. For example, playing a *relaxing* video game like Minecraft (not something high adrenaline like COD or CSGo) might help, or listening to music, doing yoga or general exercises, playing with any pets, talking to siblings or friends, doing chores around your house might even help. These are just some examples, but you have to keep in mind of what interests you. What might work for other people, might not work for you, and that's okay, just find something that fits your scenario.

Exercise, go for a walk, talk with a friend and tell your problems, relate and cling more to your family. There are many ways to get distracted even watching a simple movie, when a person feels sad they are locked in a jar blocking all these options

Get more involved in hobbies is a great way. Also, traveling, being with friends, etc. Another good thing is to change the negative thoughts and start to replace and dispel them. You should not run from negative thoughts, but, rather, you need to change them, so they do not occur anymore.

There are many ways that you could distract yourself: coloring, writing, going for walks, playing video games, watching TV or movies, talking with friends, sleeping, listening to music, visiting the 7 Cups group chat rooms, playing with pets, hanging out with family, meditation, deep-breathing exercises, exercising, painting, doing crafts...

I thinks it's better to face with it, Imagine the worst case scenario that might happen! but if you want to distract yourself I think: 1.You can do what you are interested in, Like playing soccer, listening to musics & etc. 2.Do what you are afraid of! This might sound weird at first but it really distracts you and makes you feel better, for example if you are afraid from asking a girl to a date, then do it, just ask her... 3.Listen to music and if you like dance with it and let go of things! 4.Have a nap, when you are emotional sleeping decreases them... 5.Learn a new thing/skill, for example learn a new food or register to a music class.

Get hobbies, get other things to focus on - join a community online, browse easy-to-navigate sites like Tumblr and Imgur, just remember to reinforce the positive feelings and forget the negative ones!

gratitude is ur answer! it works like magic...grab a paper list down things u HAVE in ur life for which u are thankful for.... do write 3 each for a week and see the magic for urself.

From my personal experience I can say that writing them down does help a lot. It's similar to venting your thoughts out, except here they are on paper but I've also met people who don't find this helpful. So, if you don't want to try this, you can maintain a list of things you are grateful for, things that make you happy and smile, and re read that list (and maybe add more items to it) whenever you want to distract yourself from your negative thoughts. Try engaging in activities (the best way ) that make you happy,like listening to music, drawing, running, baking...anything that works for you. I hope this helps.

Well, you can always try writing a diary to get your feelings down onto paper and coming onto 7cups and connecting to a listener is a good idea, or popping into teen support..we're always here to listen and offer you a helping hand :)

What always helps me getting rid of negative thoughts is getting active. Whenever I feel like my negative thoughts are going to crush me I go outside for a walk. Meeting with people you like can also be helpful. You should however avoid talking to them about your negative thoughts...at least you shouldn't constantly talk about it with them if you are looking for distraction. Try to do something fun with them. I also find distraction by reaing a good book. It keeps my mind occupied.

You can distract yourself in healthy ways from negative thoughts is when you are aware you are becoming negative trying to bring it back to positive for write down 10 positive things about your day can also be beneficial.

spend time with good people even if you just sit together and watch a movie. leave the house and look at the sky.

You may distract yourself by going for morning excerisizes, joining a book club or a something you’re interested in. Hang out with your friends and family individually or together, go out and have some fun once in a while, if you like adventure go on a solo or duo trip ☺️ Do things outside of the box, it may not affect you highly from the start but focus on your feelings when you’re doing these activites and if it’s not for you, try something new. Also when you look in the mirror say something uplifting about yourself. For example “you can do it, you’re strong and amazing and you’ve overcome a lot, look where you are today” Ax

Get up, take a break from what is causing your negative thoughts, and walk around! Some physical activity can help you break off some of the negativity going around in your head. Also, you could try and talk to someone, especially to a listener here on 7 Cups!

listento music, drink some hot chocolate, bake, take a nap, tidy your room, hug a teddy, watch high school musical

By doing something you enjoy, such as, drawing, cooking, running, listening to music, cleaning, etc.

I have found that for me listening to positive music and painting is a good way to keep from negative thoughts. Hanging out with friends and family is also a good way. Watching funny movies can also be helpful.

Something that yo like. I.E. reading ,writing, exersise , anything that you like to do try to do it ven if you dont want to

Do something you feel comfort about. Something where you use your mind and body. I often take a walk, go out fishing or using a warm shower. Other times I am calling a friend, just for a small talk. The most important thing is, you do something to distract your negative thoughts. A way I find comforting is by talking openly about my feelings, to my closest friends- Knowing they do not judging me. Sport is also a great drain for negative thoughts. It do not necessarily need to be a team- sport, like football or rugby. It can be geocaching, chess, meditation or yoga at home. You need to find the techniques working for you!

There are many things you can do. For instance, doing things you love and enjoy, like your hobbies.

As a student,i would want to engage myself in studies. Apart from that,when im stressed i may play music which gives me a great relief .it gives the brain a good excersise but never tiresome! Aesthetic side of one can be ameliorated by doing so and he/she will be kept away from any negative feeling!

Read a good book or get into social media. That's how i distract my mind from "not helpful" thoughts. I hope this could help you.

Picking up new hobbies is a positive way to get away from negative thoughts, also talking to those who are close to you (if you feel this is an option) is another way to get things out. Venting is very important in my opinion.

I like to think that the best way to distract yourself from negativity is it focus on the little things in life! ~ the colour of the leaves, the ripples in water, the clouds moving in the sky.. When you think about how huge and beautiful the world is in comparison to us, you realise there is no reason to dwell on such tiny problems!

Surround yourself with positive people and doing healthy activities. Mediate and or listen to music.

When negative thinking comes to my mind and it depresses me, I love to hear music , cooking foods, making new things, share my feelings to my close friend.