"One day you will tell your story of how you've overcome what you're going through now. And it will become part of someone else's survival guide ." ~ Toby Mac Do you struggle with competitive negative thoughts or actions? If so, you may suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Research reveals that most people experience repetitive negative thoughts a whopping 90% of the time! In this week's series, you'll discover ways to use meditation to manage repetitive negative thoughts and actions. This is day 5 of a 7-day meditation series Conquer Your Hidden Fears, episodes 2355-2361. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE Let Go of Fear Journal This week, notice negative thoughts that influence your fears and doubts. Become aware of any thoughts that may lead to compulsive actions. Begin to replace negative thoughts with more empowering thoughts. MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: Day 1:  Visualization  Day 2:  Affirmation Day 3:  Breathing Technique Day 4:  Mudra Technique Day 5:  Chakra Technique Day 6:  Layer Meditation Techniques Day 7:  Reflection + Introspection   THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR! If you'd like to get back on track with your emotions without even getting up from your chair, be connected with a professional counselor within 48 hours on the BetterHelp app. Available worldwide.    Visit BetterHelp.com to receive 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/dailymeditation.   SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS   Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! SURVEY: Help us get to know more about how best to serve you by taking our demographics survey: https://survey.libsyn.com/thedailymeditationpodcast FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.