Overcoming Obsession: Strategies and Insights

What is a common emotional effect of obsessing over someone?

• Increased happiness

• Mental exhaustion

• Physical strength

• Improved focus

What percentage of a person do we typically know when we are obsessed with them?

• 50%

• 100%

• 90%

• 10%

What is a potential underlying need driving obsession?

• Fatigue

• Hunger

• Boredom

• Validation

What is a healthier way to address needs driving obsession?

• Self-validation

• Ignoring them

• Suppressing emotions

• Avoiding therapy

Which practice can help in focusing on the present and reducing obsessive thoughts?

• Mindfulness meditation

• Watching TV

• Daydreaming

• Overthinking

What is a suggested method to detoxify your mind from obsessive thoughts?

• Setting boundaries

• Ignoring your feelings

• Replaying conversations

• Following them on social media

What is the focus of radical self-love?

• Nurturing personal happiness

• Seeking external validation

• Avoiding self-reflection

• Gaining others' approval

What does letting go of attachment involve?

• Accepting reality

• Forcing closure

• Avoiding uncertainty

• Controlling outcomes

Why is it important to have a support system when dealing with obsession?

• To feel isolated

• To gain valuable insights

• To reinforce obsessive thoughts

• To avoid talking about feelings

What can friends and family provide during times of obsession?

• Judgment

• Isolation

• Disinterest

• Insight and perspective