How to Stop Overthinking (Even When Your Mind Won’t Shut Up)
How to Stop Overthinking (Even When Your Mind Won’t Shut Up) Overthinking is exhausting. It’s like your brain never knows how to “pause.” You replay conversations, imagine worst-case scenarios, and analyze everything until you feel emotionally drained. And the worst part? Sometimes nothing is even wrong… yet your mind still feels heavy. If you’ve been feeling like this lately, trust me—you’re not alone. 🌿 1. Name It: “This Is Overthinking” The first step is awareness. The moment you notice your mind spiraling, pause and tell yourself: “This is not reality. This is overthinking.” It sounds simple, but naming it gives you power over it. 🧠 2. Ask Yourself: “Is This a Fact or a Fear?” Overthinking is usually built on fear, not facts. So ask: Do I have proof? Or am I just assuming? Am I thinking or worrying? Most of the time, we’re not thinking… we’re mentally torturing ourselves. ⏳ 3. Give Your Thoughts a Time Limit This trick is surprisingly effective. Tell yourself: “I’ll think a...