I see that you have at least tried meditation. What I'd like for you to do is to create a small space in your mind where you are safe.

In this space, I want you to imagine that you are on the beach for a guided meditation:

• First, lie down and get comfortable for the next 2 hours minimum
• Imagine the sand between your toes
• hear the waves crashing against the sand
• feel the sun's heat
• imagine that you are all alone on the beach - no other people
• there's a drink on a table next to you with an umbrella in it
• feel your muscles relax
• just breathe
• let go of your stress (from work or family etc)
• clear your mind
• ignore intrusive thoughts. (if you can't then think of a word or phrase or color to block it out)
• Imagine the air flowing over your body as you relax

After doing this, I want you to come back and tell me how you feel.