How to stop overthinking

07/29/2023

Many of the people I love consider themselves overthinkers and they wish they could turn their brain off or they ant to make decisions faster without ruminating so long.

But what if you weren't actually an overthinking. Here are three considerations:

ONE: ARE YOU OVERTHINKING OR BEING INTENTIONAL?

You probably care so deeply about the outcome that you're thinking about all
the potential scenarios. That is not a bad thing.

TWO: ARE YOU OVERTHINKING OR ORIENTING TO TIME DIFFERENTLY?

You might have been socialized to believe that taking "more time" than others is a bad thing. Take your time!

THREE: ARE YOU OVERTHINKING OR KEEPING YOU SAFE?

Sometimes staying in the 'contemplation' phase is the best choice we have. Keeping yourself safe until you're ready, is a good thing.

WHAT'S MY POINT?

Get curious. It might be deeper than just overthinking. And give yourself some grace.

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