Symptoms of a Drug Prescription FINDING YOUR BALANCE Learn More ♥ Live Healthier 1 Understanding Your Negative Thoughts. Discover possible causes why you may be having negative thoughts.Be aware of possible hidden triggers, such as chemical sensitivities.Are your negative thoughts caused by having anxiety, depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder? 2 Controlling Your Negative Thoughts. Controlling negative thoughts can be a life-long commitment.The goal is not to have your negative thoughts become life consuming.Learning different techniques, such as the following, may help with controlling your negative thoughts:MindfulnessDistractionYogaMeditationReplacing negative thoughts with positive thoughtsCognitive Behavior TherapyDialectical Behavior TherapyAvoiding hidden triggers from chemical sensitivitiesCoping techniquesGetting enough sleepEating healthyLearn to live in the present 3 Moving Away from Negative Thoughts Remember, there is no quick fix.Slowly integrating techniques into your everyday life, will help you to be more successful in achieving a well-balanced and healthier mind.Trying to change how you think too fast can overload your mindSeveral techniques may be requiredDifferent techniques at different times may be helpfulPractice techniques when you are not stressedLearn what works for you and what doesn’t The goal is to move forward from a negative thought.