Break Out Of Your OBSESSIVE THINKING - With This Technique

Do you get obsessive thoughts? In this video we talk about obsessive thinking and how we can deal with overthinking. Try out the meditation and let me know if it works!
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[@AwakeningWithRussell]

Are there any topics you'd like me to address? Let me know and I might just make a video on it! Remember to subscribe so you never miss a video!

[@asdfasfasdfful]

You’re right, you always cut to the core of my issues , I will dwell on this, and adjust to implement changes …

[@paulsworktunesparis6925]

How about the opium epidemic

[@paulsworktunesparis6925]

Heroin and fetynal that's really the biggest issue facing the states

[@thegurugangstar2012]

Call it synchronicity but was going to ask for a talk on obsessive negative worrying about cruelty to animals and children worldwide. I tend to tape loop bad things I see or hear about in my head, that concern innocents. It brings me down even when I'm desperately try to be positive. Hope the kittens are doing well 😘

[@giant9833]

You are contradictory Russel... you are fighting the very obsessive natural way of being, that got you here

[@stuffylamb3420]

This has been my first and most likely last time I meditate to the sound of a birthing cat.

[@TheYazmanian]

Was it seriously giving birth? I kept smiling at her meows.

[@DD-jm5ug]

I couldn't do it as I was obsessing over the kitty giving birth noises ❤❤❤❤❤

[@LoadingGames.]

@@TheYazmanian I think she was near but not giving birth, trust me when it's giving birth its not the same cute little meow more an ear pearcing scream that would be very hard to meditate to

[@ashleys708]

IKR that was so weird lol

[@paulfitton285]

😂😂❤️

[@lyndsaymitchell9822]

This is the best video I've seen in awhile. Said allot about your calm that she came to have her babies with you. This was such a lovely video! Thank you for leaving the cat instead of redoing this. There are so many elements of truly good to this. Thank you Russell:))

[@lisalou1384]

I thought that too! Thanks Russell, namaste x

[@Swaddle_Brow83]

Beautifully said 💜

[@katherinespencer8482]

Think we can confidently say this is the only guided meditation on KZbin where a cat's waters break

[@janehartin3450]

I am struggling with obsessive thoughts that keep me from properly loving the people closest to me. I burst into tears when I heard your voice saying "you are bigger than the thoughts and are able to transcend it and move beyond it". Such powerful TRUTH. It gets lost in our Societal Programming. Thank you for the timely reminder. Peace.

[@grainofsand4176]

I was crying...and then laughing from an attempt to meditate as a beautiful magical moment. So now I'm "dying" to know about your 🐈 beautiful kitty.

[@facingthestrange]

Same here! My thinking can’t stay away from the kitty!

[@SEANMCAD]

in my opinion, meditation needs to be combined with mediation in action. by that I mean specifically taking a walk in a nice park

[@jpthewidowmaker]

As a sufferer of chronic OCD for the last 30 years, who constantly reviews conversations I've had, I'm gonna find this really interesting. Love this channel Russell. Thank you.

[@Klowcn]

I think your confusing control, with fairness lol

[@srobertweiser]

I don't have OCD and I'm certainly no expert on meditation, but I am an expert on dealing with the healthcare system and they have been no help. Medication seem to make things worse. but I do have a feeling that meditation will definitely help with OCD. As a matter fact, I do think meditation might be the only thing that can help me with my problem and I think I'm gonna try to get into the habit of doing it regularly. I tried it once before, 20 years ago, and it seemed like it would work if I Did it regularly, but it was hard trying to do it in a party house.

[@Klowcn]

@@srobertweiser meditation is joe rogan on dmt logic.

[@IIXxx_juliet_xxXII]

I was on a bunch of psychotropics, from Prozac to lithium to klonopin...none of it worked. I recently went to a chiropractor after a long stretch of time. He adjusted my spine and helped to end my cycle of obsessive thinking...(spinal manipulation can help to open your third eye, if you will) What helps me also, prayers and meditation, deep breathing and regular exersize. As soon as I stopped listening to quack doctors and started listening to my own body, things have vastly improved. All the best on your journey 💓✌☺

[@jpthewidowmaker]

@@Klowcn you're

[@SHIDDYDRAHLS]

I’ve gone from not really caring for you to thinking you’re one of the coolest, smartest and kindest people on the planet! Thank you for being a voice of calmness and reason in the midst of lunacy and chaos!

[@Zombie101]

i have always liked Russell. I think a lot of people didnt really know how amazing he was until he took the youtube route, but the saying goes 'better late than never'

[@SHIDDYDRAHLS]

@@Zombie101 I’d agree. Once I started watching him on here, he blew me away! And I like that he covers so many different topics and issues.

[@Zombie101]

@@SHIDDYDRAHLS yes! He is very intellectual and insightful, I am so glad he turned his strengths into this medium

[@SusieLine]

Your calmness, kindness, the way you surrender to your environment, to life, is so inspiring & beautiful... You are a great teacher, and so is your lovely cat (I think they all are, for those who take the time to observe. Mine sure is to me) 🙏

[@elisteele574]

Your feline friend is gorgeous. I also completely agree with your comment and want to help the algorithm haha.

[@hunterc1805]

@@elisteele574 agreed hahaha

[@SusieLine]

@@elisteele574 ❤️ 🙏 😄

[@aubreywebb9556]

Kitties are one of the greatest blessings in the world 😸🥰😻😘

[@ChickenDinnerSinner]

Are you watching this because you’re trapped in your own thoughts 👌

[@Rainbowday369]

I have found that underneath every mental health issue there is ANXIETY and underlying anxiety is FEAR being one of our first basic instincts in which we use to protect ourselves from harm but rather than let fear consume oneself one should follow their fear for it is through following your fear and confronting it we overcome it and when we overcome it we free ourselves from it…

[@Mike.Ivory.Music7]

Sounds like Dune. Fear is the mind killer..

[@dang7748]

Yep I find myself having all these different mental disorders and I realize they all stem from fear and stress

[@steveburleigh9562]

I find i am often thinking in fear of all the future possibilities that may or may not happen. Or i find myself in future potential conversations with people that will probably never happen. So meditation is the key. It calms down the thoughts and helps you realise when you are not present.

[@TheRusschannel]

Humans are controlled almost entirely by FEAR... ~sadly

[@michelles2299]

That's anxiety

[@lismanley4388]

"your mental environment is subject to your agency and your personal authority, particularly if you derive that authority from somewhere deeper..." this grabbed me. ❤️

[@oussamasaci]

I can't believe I just meditated while a cat is giving birth, live 😂😂

[@nmn5550]

Cat going into labor while meditating with Russell. Life writes the best stories.

[@kierankenton9207]

I feel the same about not felling safe when I’m thinking about what others think about me like the government and stuff

[@krisfrederick5001]

I obsessed over the way I think before the pandemic, like a cyclotron...Continue. The first time I attempt meditation, a cat goes into labor...

[@LoadingGames.]

🤣 Your cats timing was amazing, that has to be the most distracted meditation I've ever tried. Hope it's had its kittens nice and successful

[@somethought]

Definitely need freedom from obsessive thoughts

[@jasontindell6734]

God Bless everyone!!!! Jesus Loves you all very much!!!!

[@josephmanning2129]

Hey Russel mate, I just wanted to say I've been dealing with pschiophrenia for the past year now, and thanks to you I have a way to reach serenity without the use of drugs or alcohol. You're doing a brilliant thing mate please keep going, you're honestly my hero x.

[@luvyou-baby]

The situation of him trying to help us to do meditation about not thinking, while his cat is meowing trying to give birth, made me laugh while trying to focus on his words. I couldn’t concentrate. I was like “mate , just pause and continue to recording later” lol Hope she wasn’t in pain, and her and the kittens are ok. Congratulations on the new members of your family

[@thestrangestthing5452]

The video is couple of months old, yes the cat is alright and they decided to keep all the kitties, I think 5 or 6 of them. And yes, one has to try and learn to remain calm even when a lot is going on, and that is why this is in fact a good exercise. Cats do their thing completely on their own and she was alright shortly after.🥰

[@luvyou-baby]

@@thestrangestthing5452 I’m happy to know that they kept them. Thank you for replying

[@thestrangestthing5452]

@@luvyou-baby 🥰😇😊

[@Chris-mf4no]

Me too I'm worried about the cat.😽

[@jessicagreer777]

Your mama kitty profoundly displayed the cycle of life whilst you were discussing a death of a friend. My condolences,and my congratulations to your mama kitty giving birth!adorable and cute! Thank you for the meditation it helped. Skål🥰

[@tracywilliamsliterature]

Dearest Russell... I have been trying to escape from my own head for the past 40 years.... yes I listen to/watch you to escape from the relentless narrative (yes I am an addict, not clean)... but Russell, your channel is simply WONDERFUL! GOD BLESS YOU, Always.xxx

[@moniqm3607]

One day at a time, we just need to get through today & then we can deal with tomorrow once it's here. ☯️💞

[@timobrien72]

WOW!! What a GURU the cat goes into labour and Russ just turns round and goes back to the moment💪🙏😇😍

[@musicalemily5464]

This was a near perfect video to watch. The beautiful vibe the cat brought, life giving life, was an additional bonus on an already peaceful and calm video. Calm seems to gravitate towards you. I can only imagine how many people surround you, to get a little bit of calm in their lives. Even the cat was affected by you. I hope she used your calm as a way to give birth. Beautiful video. Thank you

[@kkly27]

40 years old and I overthink massively about everything. Stops me being productive and having goals/ambitions. Thanks for this

[@michelles2299]

Making decisions that are destructive I know about that it's made worse and triggered by people that are selfish and ambitious willing to stamp you down

[@misscndnwoman2177]

I can't stop thinking, obsessive thoughts. I'm stuck in my head and along came self loathing I mean true hatred, so I wake up with guilt immediately, then comes the internet KZbin watch incessantly just to keep me from snapping going insane. I believe I already am. I haven't left my home in months and months I go to the Dr every 3 months and straight home. I don't like being raw out there. I'm terrified of people, even my own family. This is my life, there's not a lot to it but it's packed. Blessings Sir Russell 🇨🇦✌🙏🙏🙏

[@quackaddict9810]

My rescue donkey let me brush her while this played. Amazing. I can normally only get a minute or two at a time before she starts to freak out. Was able to get done with the whole thing at once and she seemed to want more!

[@timewellspent9216]

FFS you totally threw me off with the cat. I burst out laughing there 😂

[@kevinkibble8342]

Tool said it best: "Over thinking, over analyzing separates the body from the mind"

[@EraOfClarity]

Brothers and sisters, still the mind and God will sing her song through each and every plant, animal, and object of her universe. All is one; everything speaks if we slow ourselves enough to listen.

[@GoldenMushroom64]

Shut up

[@EraOfClarity]

@@GoldenMushroom64 I love you

[@lizbmusic11]

Watching in lockdown here in NZ. We'd had months of no cases until suddenly last Tuesday. Love Russell's channel and as a recovering addict living alone thank you so much for this video! Peace.

[@jovenusdivine503]

I really love this and I have to thank you very much! I plan to join in on your luminary. I have extreme PTSD from being shot randomly three and a half years ago and it has caused me to obsess more so than I used to, I'm well aware and in therapy and moving along well but at times I do not really obsess about the incident but I'm too aware of everything. Every word every thought every sound the sounds really bother me! What bothers me more is the unacceptance from my family, part of my family. And I cannot control them, I don't want to any longer and learn that they are narcissists. It is the saddest thing for me to realize but this incident has brought me to a new light and awareness of so many things. I am a new person from this a good person and I do my daily affirmations as well to get through it. Thank you again!

[@naturebeing7]

Thank you so much for that Russell from the depths my heart thank you. I am in recovery and I've seen my life transform, getting out my head and into my body is the safest place to be for me and is something I try to practise daily because what goes on in my head is NUTS. Being able to do it with someone ie a community of people or yourself on youtube is incredibly helpful. A thousand loves and blessings.

[@missmonkeymind708]

Thank you so much for this video, I asked my guides for help 3 hours ago exactly when you posted this! Crying to them to help me let go of this anger, even though I have every right to be livid, I don't want to live with it, I don't want to pass it on to others. I want to be free of the obsessive thinking and negative feelings that come with it, regardless of what I'm dealing with... I really can't even believe you posted this right now, I'm a little shocked at how fast asking for guidance worked...

[@pervazkhaliq4598]

Dude. You’ve changed. And I respect you 1000%

[@judecliffordneeking3767]

Russell I do not know how to reach you. I am horrified by what they are doing to you. I am a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. 4 separate individuals who all saw me as a target for their paedophilia. 2 female and 2 male. Russell you have always been very open with all that has happened in your life. Not for a single second did I consider these allegations to be true. Not from blindly following a “celebrity” do I feel this way. I have read your books. Mate you are so open and honest. I could feel your pain at your own actions with your beloved pet , Topsy. I cried. Obviously a little child who was emotionally abused by your maternal grandmother. In the worst way. Dad - you can love him yet that doesn’t make him a good father. Step father. Goodness me ! I am sorry that was taken out of context. You are not an animal abuser. Rather you protect all who you see as your equals. Be they the smallest creature to all living things you show respect. Certainly no psychopath. You defend not hurt. Promiscuity in itself is not a crime. Please know there are many other people who believe in you. You have helped me in my struggles with trauma more than I can ever have begun to hope for. With your teachings- meditation, coping mechanisms and all manner of support for me. I have sought help for four and a half decades now. Russell you have helped me so very much and I am forever grateful to you for your support and ongoing encouragement. Please be safe. We know they are wanting you to fail. I will triumph you with every breath. Until I breathe no more. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and honesty. I hope your family and yourself are safe and healthy. Mostly I hope you weather this ridiculous storm and keep your own self worth intact. A million times thank you. I stand by you 100% . Love , Jude from Australia.

[@CraigJeffery-pf3cu]

My friend opted out of this life the other day.. it is heartbreaking....I'm astounded how much stumbling across this has helped me . Thank you Russell .and god bless you .the work you do and have done. It's been a joy to follow you on your spiritual journey for the last decade😂... posted two years ago for me tonight . again, bless you and thanks.......🎉 Here's to my friend and brother tom Casey ❤...what a silly sausage 😢

[@ulrikeid9235]

Just found this video amidst chaos in my head over the dangerous change in political climate in Germany. This has helped me in so many ways and I’m beyond grateful and amazed by your calm composure.

[@Rainbowday369]

Just woke up at 3:33am not unusual for me I have been an individual support worker for a person with mental health issues for 7 years and man have I learned some things but what I’ve learned mostly from my own journey and how I have love peace and calm within me like an ocean in motion is always being true to myself…Being true to yourself means you don't worry about pleasing other people; living by someone else's standards or rules. You don't care what people think of you. You live as your natural self. Without compromise….

[@jessicawicker3582]

When a standard is raised, desired, then..... one can easily be free from the mundane lifestyles that just copycat eachother

[@goo2m]

6:27 bookmarked meditation. Thanks, Russell!

[@NondualityChannel]

Don't pay the mind any mind...instead, focus on the experiencing and feeling of the moment. Kinesthetic instead of mental. Be fully aware. And regularly meditate...which is just sitting, being present, being silent, being still, and being fully aware.

[@joegardens1973]

Not gonna lie... that was the best meditation I've ever had... I feel so good... I am the biggest smile... I am laughing internally in every place of my being... great meditation 🧘‍♂️... thank you very much Russell...

[@xavke91]

How? He didn’t really explain how to transcend the obsessive thoughts? What did I miss?

[@evadelvalle4359]

If you have something about depression. It my help. I feel u get it

[@0722iceman]

+Russell - - If you still have any kittens, then I'll adopt one - - I found this channel/video from watching a video on your other channel ... I joined the guided mediation (why not?, as I'm an INTJ/Sigma Male who certainly overthinks too much) ... After the first few meows, I originally thought it was a new comedy gag (I appreciate your witty sense of humor), ... then at 8:00, I just had to laugh out loud ... then at 8:12, "We're not going to fall into obsessive thinking" (I thought, that was a brilliant joke), ... many meows later at 10:25, I spit my beer out (Yeah, I'm watching this video Friday afternoon, after a long week), ... I began laughing so hard, I was literally crying from the joy of the situation, ... then at 12:33, ... WOW, just WOW !!! (I thought, Holy $HIT, that was not a gag!) - - Seriously, if any kittens are still available, then PM me as I want to adopt a ... Karma Kitty! - - New sub from this video.

[@GameVegan]

I've never cried and then laughed with relief within such a few minutes before, first time I've ever meditated like this, it's great!! I'm going to try it with my boys too!! :) Thanks Russel (Fellow Troubled Essex Boy)

[@meashkah]

I am not at a level where I can stop obsessing about the cat. 😂

[@niallregan2698]

Russ I'm a genius but you are "the genius of geniuses". Niall o regan.

[@dankoepp68]

Stoicism in action! E. Tolle, Epictetus or Marcus Aurelius.... The fact that Stoicism is still and or increasingly again utilized, is in itself a testament of it usefulness.

[@lsb2623]

NOT ENOUGH CHEST!! seriously, this helps with what Im dealing with about a girl and my online communities I run. thanks

[@BenDyson77]

To the person reading this... You are going to be alright; you are a good person and good things will come your way, even when you feel uncertain You have the strength to overcome any challenge or obstacle and the courage to pursue your dreams and goals. You are not alone, you have people who care about you and support you in everything you do You have a unique voice and a beautiful soul, and you can make a positive difference in the world. You deserve happiness, peace, and love and you can find them within yourself and above You are worthy of respect, kindness, and compassion and you can share them with others in your own fashion. You are going to be alright; you are a good person and good things will come your way, just keep on shining like the sun 🌞

[@PeachesCourage]

When something like this happens we all need some help so thanks for these for Real

[@SlinkHailX]

I keep thinking and thinking and thinking and thinking

[@cindyspiess9963]

Super , the cat made it even more real

[@paulasnowden2425]

Was so nice to see Ur kitty Russell. I absolutely love cats 😊. I love seeing people be kind to animals. I lost my cat recently so i have been missing a cat. She was my mental health cat and she done an amazing job. I love all cats 🩷

[@conifermorze2273]

My cat began meowing when she heard your cat--love

[@SEANMCAD]

I can say that for me the one thing that 'opens' my mind more then anything else is road travel and walking in nature....alone

[@rachelstewart1809]

Well, this is the first time my cat ever came to sit next to me to watch a Russell video...😹😹...the sound effects were irresistible to her. 😽 😽

[@Emma-py8qe]

Give your kitty a kiss on the head from me:*

[@moniqm3607]

That was so sweet that you made time for your mumma kitty, it just made me melt when you said "she needs me" & her meow is so adorable even though I'm actually more of a bird person myself. 💞🐈🕉🌏

[@onimendez7735]

Thank you Russell! Also , it's so loving and sweet that you include your kitty. Blessings and Love. 🙏 ❤

[@manicstreetpreacher200]

I'll be expecting newly born kittens in every video Russell. The bar has been raised.😂 I appreciate what you do man.

[@Hilaryhilly]

My obsessive thought throughout the guided meditation was, I'm afraid, "shouldn't we check on the cat giving birth"!!! I couldn't concentrate one bit & kept peeking my eyes open to see if Russell was looking at the cat. Also thought that would have been a beautiful thing to witness lol 😆

[@facingthestrange]

Hi, I so look forward to listening to you every day! Thank you for your honest, unbridled, intelligent and intuitive thoughts on the “matters”✌🏼❤️

[@rs5570]

I pray that mom & the babies are well. Sweet little lass. 🙏🏻❤️

[@EvilEAD]

I started to cry when this all began and your cat miaowing help me open up!🙀🥰thank you so beautiful all of this is much ❤️ 😻❤️‍🔥

[@peterwinyard9645]

Overthinking and obsessive thinking are defiantly a issue in my own mind…..probably not best to watch and go through the meditation while half way though a power walk on my treadmill though…nearly flew backwards into the fridge 😜

[@rainbowguide5873]

My two children both boys 7yr and 9yr they fall asleep to meditation its so wonderful they like to do this , also in teaching my self the works of manifestation now they both have the ability to do so , thank you as always for the higher good

[@wherearewewherearewe]

Guh, I fucking love you Russell 😂 The universe timed that cat perfectly!

[@C_A_W]

Amazing !!!

[@dekowza5974]

Thank you for all that you do and the time and effort you put into your work!

[@craigseganti8999]

Thank you Russell. You’re a good soul.

[@dennisjohansson5716]

Very good!

[@lynmac2597]

Fabulous, Thank you 👍♥️

[@srtlady3756]

I needed this

[@shekelbenn3373]

Wow this was amazing

[@yol8532]

Love the channel Russel !!! Thank you so much!!!

[@soulsecretserviceNews]

This is fantastic! Good!!! :)

[@ohmymcmc]

Thanks 😊🙏

[@nellyboy365]

Thanks Russ x

[@catherinedittebrand52]

This is great! Thank you! 💜

[@graemeandrews7344]

That was extremely helpful!! Thank you very much

[@CraigDavison101]

thank you Russ

[@m11w888]

JESUS I needed this thxs Russel :)

[@jophillipsillustration]

Loved this! 🤟🏼😎🤟🏼😻

[@bombonsita4437]

Muchas gracias Russell!

[@baileeza9502]

Thank u💓🙏

[@GERALDINELORAGE]

thank you so much

[@lindanardone5645]

thank you Russell

[@gregm8498]

Thank you

[@Dumballa]

Thank you Russell. I really needed this today 🙏🏻

[@Rahuulmatlani24]

Needed this Thankyou gratitude

[@gaiaawakened1773]

get it thank you

[@kirstinpeacock9557]

This was really helpful. Thank you.

[@carhomie9681]

Fair play, Russell. Good work.

[@puedo78]

Congratulations Kitty!!!

[@DaveKaiserIII]

Thank you Russell for the “convo” and enlightening content.

[@rubyjeanalbers9330]

Omg the EGO!!! It's hard not being a victim when lead by ego.