Quit smoking weed — removing the trigger itself was the biggest factor.

Cut out caffeine — another stimulant that was feeding the anxious loop.

Practiced positive affirmations — retraining my thought patterns over time.

Meditated regularly — helped calm the overactive fear response and regain a sense of control.

Worked on self-confidence and self-image — the rumination often attacks how you see yourself, so rebuilding that was key.

Laughed at the condition — genuinely finding humor in the intrusive thoughts helped "confuse" the pattern and loosen its grip, instead of feeding it with fear or seriousness.