66. The Psychology of Overthinking (And How to Actually Stop)

If your brain won’t shut up — you’re not broken.

You’re trying to feel safe.

Overthinking isn’t random — it’s your brain’s way of protecting you from pain, embarrassment, or regret.

It’s an attempt to control the uncontrollable.

For years, I thought I just needed to “think less.” But the truth is, my brain wasn’t the enemy — it was scared. I was stuck in rumination loops that made me feel in control… but actually left me emotionally exhausted.

Here’s what I learned about the psychology of overthinking — and what finally helped me stop living in my head.

🧠 The Real Reason You Overthink:

Your brain confuses rumination with problem-solving.

Rumination sounds like: “What if I made the wrong choice?”

Problem-solving sounds like: “Here’s what I can do next.”

Only one of those moves you forward.

💡 What Helped Me Break the Cycle:

✨ Truth Bomb:

You can’t outthink anxiety. You can only outtrust it.

Your peace doesn’t come from having every answer — it comes from accepting that not every answer is yours to find right now.

🌿 What I Wish I Knew Sooner:

You deserve a mind that feels like home — not a battlefield.

If this resonates, drop a 💭 below so I know I’m not the only one who’s been there.

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