Manage Your Thoughts: Overthinking

I am a overthinker I’m also a black and white thinker. I’ve read books how to fix my problems to podcasts to religion.

Try not to put to much into little things, I am struggling with that cause sometimes the little things in this life is what matters the most.

Big overthinker here!

I’ve been better with overthinking but have noticed it does take over my mind and has overall been effecting my mental health. This strategy/ practice to help overcome it was helpful & I will definitely start using.

Mindfulness

I’ve noticed lately that getting stuck in the past is really unhealthy. Have struggled with trying to figure out how my past and past choices have led me to where I am today. By trying to quietly stay in the moment, I’ve learned that all I really want is peace in the world and unity among all people. Mindfulness practice, prayer and using this app have helped me realize that we’re all unified with a single purpose: love each other.

Overthinker

I came to realize that I over think in just maybe the past few years. Overthinking has controlled my life. Are there any books you may suggest or anything to help?

Overthinking equals overstimulation

Whenever I find myself getting caught up in overthinking thought loops, I usually get even more caught up in them. It can be challenging to slow down my thoughts sometimes which can be good as well as bad. By practicing mindfulness I can bring myself back to the present moment and try to achieve a moment of serenity

Overthinking

I learned that mindfulness can help limit overthinking, by taking deep breaths and being aware of it.

Perfect Timing

I’m in an overthinking dilemma right now, so this is exactly what I need

Stop the spiral

1 Recognize - oh, this spiral 2 Tell yourself Halt! Stop! 3 few deep breaths 4 focus on this moment 5 gentle questions - how do I feel, what do I need Practice, practice, practice

Find a soothing, accessible activity

Riding motorcycles used to magically erase an overthinking spiral. In 15 minutes OR LESS, I’d be thinking, “What was I worried about? Everything is fine!” Looking for a new curative action: I know it’s out there…!

Stop

I learned to say STOP when I catch myself overthinking. I can also remind myself that the thoughts are not helpful.

Practice

Telling my self to stop when I catch myself overthinking would allow me to consider what exactly is on my mind. My feelings my stress or frustration. I can start taking action rather than the downward spiral of thoughts. I must remind myself that the circle of thoughts are not helpful. I can begin to consider other options. I can begin to move forward. I need to practice with awareness and patience.

STOP sign

When I’m spiraling in patterns of overthinking, Visualizing a STOP sign and saying the word STOP out loud increases my self-awareness and ability to redirect my thoughts.

I am a terrible over thinker at work often wasting time on small insignificant issues

Learning to pause, visualising a stop sign and then looking forward to analyse why this occurs are very useful tips.

Overthinking

I have not use that term, but I like it. It’s a little less laden than worrying, which generally involves perseverating and repeating the same thoughts and the STOP practice at least gives a pause to the compulsion.

I have realized that I overthink so much I am not moving forward . I also have noticed that when i am given information it takes me quite a while to process it. By then the situation has passed …hmmm.

I think (lol) if I didn’t overthink so much I would feel more free. On the other hand if I’m not thinking or over thinking what am I supposed to be doing?

Overthinking

After a great day, I felt myself overthinking. It led to increased heartbeat, anxiety, and began to affect my overall mood this evening. I need to have skills to overcome these situations. It came on with no warning. 😕

I spiral around the same anxiety with publi speaking before large groups . I have never been able to get i we that but my new job requires it. I want to thrive and find joy in it because I know I can

I learned that while I can understand why I feel so anxious it’s also important to to me to overcome it and say STOP- a kind gesture to myself to leave the anxiety at the curb. Look both ways and step forward.

Overthinking

Recognize the thought cicle. Stop. Taka a deep breath. What exactly am I thinking? What could be triggering my emotions?

Empowered to manage my thoughts

That I can look at my thoughts from a detached standpoint, use intentional deep breathes & calm myself apart from my thoughts.

Overthinking

We need to focus on our thoughts, we can say stop to them and concentrate on present moment, but we need to practise it!

Anxious/woried

I learned that by finding a way to sop overthinking; being mindful and observing thoughts instead of attaching to them, I can see clearer and feel less absorbed and overwhelmed. It creates opportunity for growth instead of running in circles, without removing anything from the potential of the outcome.

Great

I hadn’t realised how destructive overthinking can be, and the suggestions in this piece give me hope to find a route away from this behaviour. Thank you!

I noticed there is something to do when this happens.

Besides stopping, i have to analyze where I am, take two breaths and get back to where I presently am

Overthinking

One strategy to help manage overthinking is mindfulness. When you find yourself overthinking, stop, recognize your thoughts and feelings, take deep breaths, and bring yourself to the present moment. You can then take steps to move forward with this increased awareness. Mindfulness is a skill that takes practice to master.

Overthinking

I overthink a lot and will try to focus on the present next time

Overthinking

I’ve had a long history of overthinking otherwise known as worry or anxiety. Stopping to breathe and asking myself if what I’m thinking is real helps.