Thoughts of afterlife causes anxiety
Sometimes I can't stop thinking about life after death. I was raised in a religion that teaches that we will live on forever either in hell or in heaven. 
When I think of living forever (even if it is in heaven which should be good), I feel overwhelmed. I don't like the thought of living forever and ever and ever. Sometimes I just can't get the thought out of my mind and the thoughts lead to panic and anxiety. 
Am I crazy? I don't think these thoughts are normal.
Anxiety,Spirituality
<p>Many people generate intense anxiety with obsessive thinking. &nbsp;While the nature of your obsession about the afterlife and eternity appear very powerful and unique to you, the pattern of obsessing about one thing/area is common. &nbsp;</p><p>I suggest that you consider counseling to help you with your anxiety. &nbsp;If you are so inclined, there are also medications which may bring relief. &nbsp;Obviously, I can't diagnose you from one paragraph, so it would be wise to visit an experienced mental health professional (either a counselor or an MD in your area) to help you with disengaging from your self-destructive thoughts. &nbsp;</p><p>CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, is a very effective counseling approach for obsessive thinking. &nbsp;If you'd like a see a top notch CBT therapist, visit www.AcademyofCT.org. &nbsp;And of course I suggest you pick up my book, LIVING YES, A HANDBOOK FOR BEING HUMAN, which includes CBT concepts and many more tools which will help with obsession and anxiety.</p><p>As for believing yourself "insane" (or "crazy") this is not a mental health term but a legal one (or a slang). &nbsp;So as long as you don't commit a crime, no professional can legitimately call you insane or crazy!</p><p>Take it slow! &nbsp;~Mark (www.MarkMorrisLCSW.com and www.LivingYes.org)</p><p><br></p>