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Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by ericmor: 10:39pm On Jun 01, 2025
ErebeOcoco:
Do people still overthink these days?

With the advent of social media and it's varieties like Facebook, tiktok, X, Instagram, WhatsApp, and many more what would bother you as to make you overthink?
You are looking at it from your own perspective of persons that can afford all that, what of those that don’t have android phones not to talk of having the money to buy data. That money you use to subscribe is what some persons use in feeding in a day. Just thank God for your life
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by ericmor: 10:46pm On Jun 01, 2025
What you should consider is whether overthinking truly resolves issues, or if it only exacerbates them and leads to stress that could even result in health problems like high blood pressure or a stroke. Whenever those thoughts start to overwhelm you, try to remind yourself that everything will be okay. Shift your focus by engaging in a different activity, whether it’s spending time with friends, watching snooker, or enjoying a football game.
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Pesb(m): 10:52pm On Jun 01, 2025
Galinton:
So one day, I finally thought of processing my thought and guest what? I ended up with a list, list of things I have dreamt of doing, which I love doing but never gave them a short just because my mind is so much consumed with the intrusive thought.
Let's go Straight to the point.

It's lack of money that causes Overthinking 99% of the time.

Do not dwell your mind so much in any discomforting circumstances.

I recommend having positive minded people around you and taking solace in God's word.

Welcome to June
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Ogochi18: 11:06pm On Jun 01, 2025
Overthinking can be challenging! Here are some strategies to help:

*Mindfulness:*

1. *Meditation*: Practice mindfulness meditation to calm your mind.
2. *Deep breathing*: Focus on your breath to reduce racing thoughts.

*Self-reflection:*

1. *Identify triggers*: Recognize what causes overthinking.
2. *Challenge thoughts*: Question negative thoughts and reframe them positively.

*Action-oriented:*

1. *Set boundaries*: Limit time spent on overthinking.
2. *Focus on solutions*: Instead of dwelling on problems.
3. *Take action*: Engage in activities that distract and fulfill you.

*Support:*

1. *Talk to someone*: Share concerns with a trusted friend or therapist.
2. *Practice self-compassion*: Treat yourself kindly.

*Additional tips:*

1. *Exercise regularly*: Physical activity reduces stress.
2. *Get enough sleep*: Adequate rest helps regulate thoughts.
3. *Engage in hobbies*: Find activities that bring joy.

Remember, overcoming overthinking takes time and practice. Start with small steps!

Which strategy resonates with you?
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by GenFunction: 11:12pm On Jun 01, 2025
Jus know that these too will pass
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by ncoolsome(m): 11:55pm On Jun 01, 2025
XtraFortunes:
How I avoid overthinking is that I remind myself that nothing is perfect and nothing can be perfect. I remind myself that the sooner I take action and see the errors the sooner I make corrections that will move what I have done towards perfection that I want.

People who overthink myself inclusive are perfectionist, so remind yourself that nothing is perfect in this world and just take action.

For those who think always and have BP, visit the hospital regularly and see those in pains and those with different problems, see that you are in a better position and thank God, it will help you with thinking and feeling depressed.
Melancholic
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by ZaddyJ: 11:56pm On Jun 01, 2025
Galinton:
So one day, I finally thought of processing my thought and guest what? I ended up with a list, list of things I have dreamt of doing, which I love doing but never gave them a short just because my mind is so much consumed with the intrusive thought.
My brother you better stop thinking . If you see my hair ehn you will think I’m in my 70’s . My mom who is approaching her 80’s sef doesn’t have as much grey hair as I have .
Reduce thinking o. My was caused by the type of job I had many years back , every time I will be thinking hope they won’t fire for not doing this and for not doing that . Too much it of thinking nor good oo
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Konection(m): 5:04am On Jun 02, 2025
Galinton:
So one day, I finally thought of processing my thought and guest what? I ended up with a list, list of things I have dreamt of doing, which I love doing but never gave them a short just because my mind is so much consumed with the intrusive thought.
Listen to your breath, count or pay attention to your breath, it will distract you from thinking. that's how I do mine
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Alphiegabe: 5:10am On Jun 02, 2025
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by NovusHomo(m): 5:28am On Jun 02, 2025
Galinton:
So one day, I finally thought of processing my thought and guest what? I ended up with a list, list of things I have dreamt of doing, which I love doing but never gave them a short just because my mind is so much consumed with the intrusive thought.
What, exactly, is OVERYHIMKING?
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Shattuck(m): 5:35am On Jun 02, 2025
Galinton:
So one day, I finally thought of processing my thought and guest what? I ended up with a list, list of things I have dreamt of doing, which I love doing but never gave them a short just because my mind is so much consumed with the intrusive thought.
stop having these" if I had known" thoughts, just tell your self this is it, these is rock bottom, and then just begin to tell yorself how can I make it better, one thing I know don't attempt to be obsessed over lost success, just accept your present reality and be positive on how to improve it, many people are going through same or even worse and they don't deserve it either, just know also that whatever condition you are in, it could have been worse than that.
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Love800(m): 5:38am On Jun 02, 2025
Me i can't even sleep at night. Am addicted on too much thinking
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Galinton(op): 6:08am On Jun 02, 2025
APOPTOSIS:
Are you in Nigeria?
yes
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Galinton(op): 6:10am On Jun 02, 2025
gigabyte13:
Just accept say
Many things pass your power
No matter how hard you try or hustle.
And have the spirit of gratitude
Thousands better pass you
But
You sef better pass millions
No be your case be the worst.
I really appreciate bro
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Galinton(op): 6:13am On Jun 02, 2025
tfelicityk:
For you to ask this question ⁉️
Definitely, you have conquer the overthinking already.
Firstly, engage yourself with your artisan work if and only if you have one. Mark out list on what you planned to do for that day. Have an interval break and use it to walk for 15minutes or you take a nap if necessary.
2. Make yourself contended with whatever you have and never make comparison with others.
3. If you don't have any work at hands at the moment - engaged yourself in reading physical books or online download books at minimum of three to fours hours then take a walk for 15 - 30 minutes.
4. You can go and learn any vocational skill of your choice. Then he determined and focused about it.
OK, thanks bro
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Galinton(op): 6:18am On Jun 02, 2025
ZaddyJ:
My brother you better stop thinking . If you see my hair ehn you will think I’m in my 70’s . My mom who is approaching her 80’s sef doesn’t have as much grey hair as I have .
Reduce thinking o. My was caused by the type of job I had many years back , every time I will be thinking hope they won’t fire for not doing this and for not doing that . Too much it of thinking nor good oo
OK, thanks bro
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by femi4: 6:27am On Jun 02, 2025
Galinton:
So one day, I finally thought of processing my thought and guest what? I ended up with a list, list of things I have dreamt of doing, which I love doing but never gave them a short just because my mind is so much consumed with the intrusive thought.
Just a simple prayer

God, grant me the peace of mind to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by ChybuzzDD(m): 6:47am On Jun 02, 2025
harsysky:


Thinking is a way of life: what should ask is if you are thinking rightly not over-thinking.
Exactly.

I detest it when people see you sitting quietly and then ask: "what are you thinking?", as if one is not meant to think!
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by chiboycue: 7:17am On Jun 02, 2025
Galinton:
So one day, I finally thought of processing my thought and guest what? I ended up with a list, list of things I have dreamt of doing, which I love doing but never gave them a short just because my mind is so much consumed with the intrusive thought.
Just think of goals that are realistic and achievable and then work towards achieving them as soon as possible if you have the financial capabilities to do so
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Doyin2(m): 7:21am On Jun 02, 2025
You can stop overthinking by thinking over it🤗
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Doyin2(m): 7:22am On Jun 02, 2025
You can stop overthinking by thinking over its demerits 🤗
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Juliearth(f): 7:30am On Jun 02, 2025
Galinton:
So one day, I finally thought of processing my thought and guest what? I ended up with a list, list of things I have dreamt of doing, which I love doing but never gave them a short just because my mind is so much consumed with the intrusive thought.
Focus on your haves instead of have nots

Imbue the character of gratitude

Be contented with what you have, work hard nonetheless.

Find out what triggers you and avoid it.

Have a happy place or thing. For instance, mine is prayer, social media and movies. Thus when I start to feel blue, I switch to them

Finally and most importantly, understand that there are no timelines in life. You don't need to give yourself ultimatum. Your current reality is someone's prayer point. So be grateful for your little baby steps and dont beat yourself up when life gives you lemons over and over again. Make lemonades over and over and over ..... and over again.

Nobody has it all figured out.
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by OVikkytan49: 9:00am On Jun 02, 2025
Shawarmagirl:
Get busy with something or work.
Most works these days are underpaid.
Having work does not stop overthinking.
May God help.
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Fadoria: 9:30am On Jun 02, 2025
Do much of walking ,listening to music is adviceable during that period.
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Galinton(op): 9:32am On Jun 02, 2025
Juliearth:
Focus on your haves instead of have nots

Imbue the character of gratitude

Be contented with what you have, work hard nonetheless.

Find out what triggers you and avoid it.

Have a happy place or thing. For instance, mine is prayer, social media and movies. Thus when I start to feel blue, I switch to them

Finally and most importantly, understand that there are no timelines in life. You don't need to give yourself ultimatum. Your current reality is someone's prayer point. So be grateful for your little baby steps and dont beat yourself up when life gives you lemons over and over again. Make lemonades over and over and over ..... and over again.

Nobody has it all figured out.
Thank you very much, I really i appreciate sis/bro
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Scientheosopher(m): 11:54am On Jun 02, 2025
The way I stopped mine was that I over-thought until I got tired of overthinking. Not joking.

I then used Naval's Non-judgemental Meditation to smoothen things.
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by JustAndy(m): 12:13pm On Jun 02, 2025
Galinton:
So one day, I finally thought of processing my thought and guest what? I ended up with a list, list of things I have dreamt of doing, which I love doing but never gave them a short just because my mind is so much consumed with the intrusive thought.
Is a normal thing to worry about things you dream of doing but is not normal to worry over things you have not tried doing. The trust is you can't achieve all your dreams, so the earlier you understand this truth the better.
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Offpoint1: 12:18pm On Jun 02, 2025
inoki247:
Lol apply for a factory work 7 to 7....
Lol 😂 🤣 if e come back by that 7, na to sleep till 7 next day... Overthinking go relocate
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Cymplesoul1: 1:40pm On Jun 02, 2025
It's busy you are less busy that's why you are overthinking. If you are very occupied there wouldn't be time left for thinking as you would have even be tired and is there anytime your problems get solved after thinking. You must have damaged your system too with over thinking and once you pass away all your ambition and God plans for your will be the end when it would not be dust for dust. Tell me how dust can overthink
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by dododawa1: 4:29pm On Jun 02, 2025
Money


Involved
Re: How Do I Stop Overthinking? by Quarterpast(m): 4:05pm On Jun 03, 2025
Bleank:
Intrusive thoughts aren't the same as overthinking.

If the problem is that you abandon ideas because you overthink them then the solution is to just start.
Why don't you strike up a chat with me so we'll see how to help you with this list
👏👏👏
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