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Post by dreamghoul on Jun 18, 2019 2:40:04 GMT
hey, I only just recently learned that others are having touble with this like I am and that there's a term for it. It was honestly a relief to find out; my daydreaming had started to make me feel like I wasn't normal. I'm twenty now, and I've had trouble since I can remember. My most clear plot lines started when I was 10 I think. My most repititive daydreams involve me as pretty much myself other than being much stronger normally somekind of superhuman ability or impressive combat skills, but also since grade 7 or eight involve another character I've dubbed Rossi who speaks out about whatever he wants, is rude, is charming, and most importantly, -always saves me. His image comes from a media platform, but before that I also remember constantly daydreaming of someone coming to save me from some danger, although I'm what they looked like. It was out of control before as well, but being aware of it after realizing other people struggle with this too has made me more mindful of it and how much it impacts my life. Music is a huge trigger for it for me and normally I'll end up laying down with my headphones in for over three hours in one instance. I do get some things done during the day, but I'm having trouble staying in control. I feel like I've lost control almost completely. It's everyday with many instances throughout the day in which I get pulled into my stories in my head. I'm very happy to have found others who are also dealing with this. I am very sorry for the hardships you must face dealing with it as well, but I'm so glad I can finally talk about this freely somewhere and that I'm not alone.
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Post by Sam on Jun 18, 2019 2:56:14 GMT
Welcome to the forum! Understanding that you aren't alone in this really is a big relief. Being aware that your daydreaming has become a problem is definitely one of the first steps in learning to create a more healthy relationship with it.
Music is one of my biggest triggers too. I can daydream without it, but it just doesn't have the same... energy, I guess... as daydreaming with music does. On the topic of being more mindful about your daydreaming, I've found that sometimes if I take some deep, slow breaths where I really pay attention to all of the sensations, it will bring me back to the present moment, even if its just for a few seconds.
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Post by Dimmer on Jun 18, 2019 23:20:35 GMT
Welcome! I feel you on getting pulled in throughout the day. It feels, to me, like nothing 'triggers' it, it's just always on and pulls me down whenever I give it an opening.
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