16/02/2025
ARE YOU AN OVERTHINKER? HERE'S HOW TO TELL AND WHAT IT'S DOING TO YOU.
Do you ever find yourself trapped in a loop of thoughts, replaying conversations, decisions or mistakes over and over again? If so, you might be an OVERTHINKER. Overthinking is th act of analysing situations excessively, often leading to unnecessary stress and anxiety. While it's normal to reflect on past events or plan for the future, overthinking takes it to an extreme, making it hard to focus, relax, or even sleep.
SIGNS YOU'RE AN OVERTHINKER
One of the biggest signs of overthinking is an inability to let go of things. You may constantly second-guess your choices, fearing that you made the wrong decision. Overthinkers also tend to worry about things they can't control, imagining worst-case scenarios even when there's little evidence to support their fears. Another common sign is replaying conversations in your head, wondering if you said something wrong or how others may have perceived you.
THE SIDE EFFECTS OF OVERTHINKING
Overthinking affects your entire well-being; it can lead to anxiety, depression, and decision fatigue. It can also cause headaches, insomnia, and even digestive issues due to the stress it puts on your body. Overtime, chronic overthinking can make you feel exhausted, unmotivated, and disconnected from the present moment as your mind is always stuck in the past or worrying about the future.
HOW TO COPE WITH OVERTHINKING
The good news is that a Psychologist can help you to control overthinking by using effective coping strategies such as mindfulness techniques, cognitive restructuring (challenging your thoughts), taking action instead of dwelling, the power of letting go etc.
