Overthinking

[angelandoldlace]

How do I stop overthinking?? Literally I know something is illogical and I shouldn’t be constantly worrying over everything I just don’t know how to stop ?? It sucks I’m constantly worrying over dumb shit

[MariaLove123]

Over worrying should be the name of this site! If anyone had the best advice I’d give them every dollar I have! Luckily there are distractions. It depends on what you like. I enjoy crossword puzzles, writing and fun quizzes. I hope you can find stuff too!

[mxx21]

I understand... Life can be shitty sometimes, but remember.. don't let that pressure get to you. Take deep breaths, know that you can't make everything go perfectly... but always know that it's okay to feel down sometimes, as long as you try you're best to make everything work out... then, that's all that matters.

[srb1026]

I have this same issue...I went to a counselor for a few months. He told me to do two things... 1-When I'm in a calm state, write a letter to myself. A letter to keep me pulled back to reality of the situation. 2- keep a mental health journal with me at all times. Write down all the concerns so you get them off your chest. It seemed to help me.

[butterfly2121]

I do this too. Overthinking and ruminating should be my middle names. I had learned some coping strategies but I am bad at remembering to do them. Watching TV is not the best when you are in this state. Because I have learned my mind is still going. I agree with doing crossword puzzles. Or word shambles. (ie. try to make as many words out of crossword, supermarket, sunset, moon, potato, etc.) If you are driving and see a stoplight try to make as many words in your head from those letters. Coloring might help but I am not sure, I suppose your mind can still be going. Standing on one foot. I have poor balance and have found I when I try to balance on one foot I can't think of anything else besides trying to balance. Go for a long walk and listen to some upbeat music. Now, like I said, I know all those coping strategies but lately I sure have had a hard time doing them. I am very sad angry frustrated and depressed at the moment and no amount of self talk is getting me out of it. The holidays do not help nor does my current living/life situation. Sending you a hug and a prayer/vibes the this will pass soon. <3

[Marshall64]

This describes me too. I'm so much in my head that I literally miss what my daughter is saying when she is speaking to me. I'm thinking about something stupid I did or said earlier or I'm worrying about something in the future. The only time I'm out of my head is when I'm busy at work, playing my guitar or playing sports. I tried meditation but just could never still my mind.