Intrusive thoughts

Out of nowhere,

comes thoughts and images,

that's unwanted or unpleasant.

We might feel distressed, 

when it often comes,

interfering with daily activities. 

Be it our fears,

of germs, and contamination,

doubting the capabilities, 

of completing tasks ourselves, 

be it violence or sexual impulses,

or religious beliefs and superstition. 

It's natural, having on occasions, 

doubting self, is most common,

while sexual or religious origins,

were kept hidden from divulging, 

for, we feel guilty, try to control,

suspecting it to be something serious. 

Intrusive thoughts, mostly random,

but some do have underlying reasons,

mental conditions like OCD or PTSD,

are presented with these symptoms, 

but they are debilitating, lasting longer, 

needing proper care and medications. 

So, let's be aware of upsetting thoughts,

that stick to our mind like an adhesive, 

observe their frequencies and intentions, 

while reducing our sensitivity to triggers,

ask for professional help, in extremes cases,

following therapies and prescriptions.