It goes both ways for me actually. When I am already caught in my thoughts I have to try to break the negative pattern. Most of the time, I have to actually change my activity and give my brain a break, so I color or paint. Steemit has actually helped. I have found a new way to express myself and try to help others. I went so long without the right kind of treatment that now I want to make sure no one goes through what I went through.