How to become less aware of bodily sensations?

[Jessxxx1]

I get hypervigilent with body sensations sometimes as well. I find forcing myself to do something that takes my mind off it really helpful.... Like going for a run. Also when you become aware that you're hypervigilent that helps rationalise it.

[KatieProsecco]

Thanks I also feel great after exercise and when relaxing. I wake up feeling good and keep myself busy for the first couple of hours then I start "checking in". The advice earlier has been really helpful, I am changing the way I speak to myself and saying things like "no not today". However I do understand it will take time and patience so have a long way to go!

[ErinKC]

I didn't read all the other responses, but hypervigiliance is the cornerstone of anxiety. The best way to eliminate it is to work directly on your anxiety. A good resource on how hypervigilance works is Claire Weeks' book Hope and Help for Your Nerves. It's a very old book and a lot of it is out of date (and downright offensive) but much of what she says still holds true.

[KatieProsecco]

Thanks I have read the Claire Weeks' book, fantastic read albeit some of it a bit outdated. I'm still struggling, trying to use a method called pendulation which means I need to focus on my symptom then on a calm part of my body or something in the outside world. Makes sense but again will take time.