Intrusive thoughts are more common than we think. More times than ever, intrusive thoughts can be distressing and upsetting for us. "Intrusive thoughts are abrupt and distressing, often presenting unwanted scenarios or images that seem to intrude upon daily thinking. There are several different types of intrusive thoughts and today we are sharing 6 common types of intrusive thoughts, as well as 6 lesser-known types of intrusive thoughts," wrote Therapist Gessica Di Stefano.(Unsplash)
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We may often get the fear of being contaminated – be it for diseases or by thoughts or certain people. Emotional contamination OCD is a sub type where a person may feel that certain situation or people may contaminate them. (Unsplash)
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The thoughts of being perfect can be draining sometimes. Hence, we may set unrealistic expectations of ourselves and strive to meet the standards. (Unsplash)
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Heidi Klum has cemented herself as the official Queen of Spooky Season, thanks to her wild, weird, and eccentric costumes every year for her annual Halloween bash.
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Huang Zitao, also known as Z Tao or Tao, is a Chinese rapper, singer, producer, and actor who was a former member of the K-pop group EXO. He married actor and singer Xu Yiyang on October 16, 2025, in a grand ceremony held in China. The wedding was a spectacular affair, featuring multiple outfit changes. Here's a look at Xu Yi Yang's 10 gowns from her showstopping wedding. (All pics Reddit/ popculturechat and Instagram/ mayadstudios)
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Diwali, the festival of lights, will be celebrated this year on October 20, marking the victory of good over evil. During this time, families clean and decorate their homes, light diyas, and share sweets to welcome prosperity.
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Models including Adriana Lima, Bella Hadid, Jasmine Tookes, Gigi Hadid and Alessandra Ambrosio appear together on the runway during the 2025 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City on October 15.
