Overthinking occurs in all of us from time to time. It is usually influenced by stress or situations of uncertainty that cause our minds to experience an influx of unhelpful thoughts. Sometimes, we worry about everything, even things we know are entirely irrational. The first step in handling overthinking is to understand that it is only a thought; there is nothing to support our irrational thoughts or suggest that they might come true. We need to have faith in the fact that our thoughts are just that – thoughts.
Which of our treatments can best help you address overthinking?
- Guided meditation can help us control our thoughts, enabling us to focus on the present moment rather than fixating on the past or worrying about the future.
- Our Self-development programme can assist you in taking steps toward a clearer, healthier mindset.
- Massage therapy can be a wonderful way to clear your mind and distract yourself from negative thoughts.
Though it may seem impossible, the most important way to resolve overthinking is by learning to overcome and control our thought processes. This prevents future overthinking.
How to Recognise Overthinking
Question whether your thoughts are contributing to this panicked, negative state of mind. If you are experiencing feelings of panic or fear that seem uncontrollable, you may want to analyse the root of this issue. It helps to explore your thoughts, a tool developed through mindfulness. Through analysis, you can form a greater awareness of how your thoughts are affecting you.
Catastrophising thoughts are thoughts that lead you to assume the worst will happen. This can quickly spiral into a pattern of negative thoughts that controls your life, and every thought will catastrophise your next move. Losing control of the rationality and realism of your thoughts can be scary, but it doesn’t necessarily indicate a more significant problem. You may be experiencing a period of stress, have a ruminating mind, or suffer from an anxiety disorder.
How to Handle Overthinking
To overcome overthinking, regain control of your thoughts. Mindfulness techniques are best for this. Handling stress can be done through breathing techniques that regulate and calm or through positive affirmations, ensuring the situation finds resolve. Another effective mindfulness technique is guided meditation.
Guided Meditation
Guided meditation is a highly effective tool to battle overthinking. It allows us to view our thoughts from a more distanced, rational perspective, providing peace of mind and the ability to separate real from fantasy. Using guided meditation with a trained professional will primarily improve an overthinking problem over time.
