Re: Rabies Fear
Well, at least you know it’s irrational and recognize the dog doesn’t have rabies. You’re way ahead of most of the rabies posters on here.
There is a great book called Brain Lock for irrational thoughts. I also use the Anxiety and Phobia Workbook by Bourne with my therapist.
Whatever you do, you have to face the irrational thoughts head on and talk back against them. Also, whenever you feel yourself starting to go down that path, it helps to also engage in an activity that resets your focus, like going on a walk or playing a video game.
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