OVERTHINKING: A Deep Dive
Overthinking is the habit of dwelling on thoughts excessively—whether about the past, present, or future. It involves obsessively analyzing situations, decisions, and potential outcomes. Common Forms of Overthinking: Ruminating: Replaying past mistakes or conversations. Worrying: Fearful thoughts about what might go wrong. Overanalyzing: Trying to find “the perfect” answer or decision. Catastrophizing: Expecting the worst possible scenario. Key Signs: “What if” questions dominate your thinking. Inability to sleep due to racing thoughts. Struggling to make simple decisions. Constantly second-guessing yourself. Feeling mentally drained. 🧠Example: You replay a conversation with your boss, wondering if you said something wrong—even though it was a routine talk. ⚠️ 2. AFFECTS — How Overthinking Impacts You Emotional Effects: Anxiety & Stress: Overthinking triggers the fight-or-flight response. Low Self-Esteem: Doubting your worth or abilities. Depres...