Some of the important points to overcome overthinking.

If you struggle with Over-thinking,Here are some things that can help you control your thoughts:

Let go of old worries & concerns:


Overthinkers always keep thinking "I wish...", "I should have..."

You cannot change the past. You cannot change a second that just passed by.  If you keep looking at the rear mirror you won't go ahead. Look at the rear mirror when required. The same way, look at the past only just to learn from it not to get vanish in it. "Yesterday is history, tomorrow is mystery, today is what we have, make use of it to make a difference. 
Letting go of worries can be challenging, but here are some suggestions that may help:

Identify your worries: Make a list of all the things that are worrying you. This can help you to understand what is causing your anxiety.

Practice mindfulness: When you find yourself worrying, try to focus on the present moment. Pay attention to your surroundings, your breathing, and the sensations in your body.

Challenge your worries: Ask yourself whether your worries are based on reality or on assumptions. Try to look at your worries objectively and determine whether they are likely to happen.

Take action: If there is something you can do to address your worries, take action. This can help you feel more in control and reduce your anxiety.

Talk to someone: Sometimes just talking about your worries with a trusted friend or family member can help you to feel better.

Engage in self-care: Make sure you are taking care of yourself by getting enough sleep, eating well, and engaging in activities that bring you joy.

Remember that letting go of worries is a process, and it may take time to feel more at ease. Be patient and kind to yourself as you work through your anxieties.
Learn the lessons from your past and ensure you never repeat the same mistakes again.

Live in the moment:


Living in the present can be challenging when you tend to overthink. Here are some tips that may help you:

Practice mindfulness: Mindfulness can help you to focus on the present moment by bringing your attention to your thoughts, feelings, and sensations without judgment. Start by setting aside a few minutes each day to practice mindfulness meditation.

Challenge your thoughts: When you find yourself getting caught up in worrying thoughts, try to challenge them. Ask yourself whether they are based on reality or on assumptions. Try to look at your thoughts objectively and determine whether they are likely to happen.
As an overthinker, you find it hard to live in the present. Always live in the present moment. Try to develop present concious mindset. 
Affirm these lines always " what I am doing right now, what I am supposed to do"... 

Engage in activities that bring you joy: Find activities that bring you joy and make time for them. This can help you to focus on the present moment and enjoy the experience.

Set boundaries: If you find yourself getting caught up in negative or worrying thoughts, try setting boundaries for yourself. For example, limit the amount of time you spend on social media or watching the news.

Practice gratitude: Take time each day to think about the things you are grateful for. This can help you to focus on the positive things in your life and appreciate the present moment.
Seek support: If you are struggling to live in the present, consider seeking support from a therapist or counselor. They can provide you with tools and strategies to help you manage your overthinking and live in the moment.

Remember that living in the present is a process and may take time and practice. Be patient with yourself and celebrate small victories along the way.

Focus on what you can control:

Focus is very important to achieve what you want from your life. "What you focus on,is what you receive", what you hold onto in your mind for a longer time you are actually recreating the situation. so be careful if you are thinking of any negative situation. You can imagine some positive situation in your mind and give good feelings to those you feel good about, that way you are creating a positive situation for you.
Focusing on what we can control can help us to feel more empowered and reduce feelings of anxiety and stress. Here are some tips that may help:

Identify what you can control: Make a list of the things that are within your control, such as your actions, behaviors, and attitudes.

Accept what you can't control: Accept that there are things outside of your control, such as other people's actions, natural disasters, and the economy. Recognize that worrying about these things won't change the outcome.

Overthinkers always worry about things beyond their control. Take a minute to analyse if that is something you have control over from a broad perspective.Focus exclusively on what is in your power to magnify and enhance your power.
Notice the world around you, how you feel now, and what you can do to make this moment worth living, so you need not rethink and worry.

Let go of the need for perfection: Accept that you cannot control everything, and it's okay to make mistakes. Focus on doing your best and learn from your mistakes.

Focus on your values: Identify your values and what's important to you. Focus on living in accordance with your values, regardless of external circumstances.

Take action: Focus on the things that you can control and take action. Set goals and create an action plan to help you achieve them.

Practice self-care: Take care of yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally. This can help you to feel more in control and better equipped to handle challenges.
Be patient with yourself and celebrate small victories along the way.

Recognize your fears:

Overthinkers have irrational fears. Mind plays a trick on us, we fuel it by giving feelings to it. So don't overthink, instead asses the problem and look for the possible solutions. Meditate and do breathing. take long deep breaths, keep your mind empty free of worries and affirm "all is getting better"..
As an overthinker, you may have a tendency to ruminate on your thoughts and feelings, including your fears. Here are some tips for recognizing your fears:

Pay attention to your thoughts: Notice when your thoughts start to become negative or anxious. This can be a sign that you are experiencing fear.

Identify physical sensations: Fear can cause physical sensations in the body, such as a racing heart, sweating, or tension. Take note of any physical symptoms that you experience when you are feeling anxious.

Notice avoidance behaviors: If you tend to avoid certain situations or activities because of fear, this can be a sign that you are experiencing anxiety.

Reflect on your past experiences: Think about times when you have felt afraid in the past. This can help you to recognize patterns and triggers that may be causing your current fears.

Consider your current circumstances: Take note of any current stressors or challenges that may be contributing to your fears.

Seek feedback from others: Ask trusted friends or family members if they have noticed any patterns or behaviors that may indicate that you are experiencing fear.Remember that recognizing your fears is an important first step in managing them. Once you have identified your fears, you can work on developing strategies to cope with them, such as relaxation techniques, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or exposure therapy.

You tend to suffer more often in imagination (of "what might be") than in reality.Best strategy to overcome fear?

Take action!!

The moment you take action is the moment you win a battle with your overthinking.


Make a list of solutions:


Overthinkers keep thinking only of the problems.

Divert your thinking towards the solutions.
Let me illustrate you with an example. You have a lock which is locked and you have a bunch of keys. You don't know which is the right key to open it, what you do at that point of time??
You try to open the lock out of so many keys, if one doesn't open then you mark it and try to open it with the other & other till it opens. The same way look at the problem as a lock, and try to resolve it with ease write down the problems and think of the solution for each problem.and look to the solution with various dimensions. 

This way, your brain shifts its attention. toward the solutions.



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