{"id":393,"date":"2021-03-14T11:23:33","date_gmt":"2021-03-14T15:23:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/?p=393"},"modified":"2022-07-05T15:01:48","modified_gmt":"2022-07-05T19:01:48","slug":"extreme-overthinking-and-anxiety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/creativitymesh.com\/extreme-overthinking-and-anxiety\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons to Stop Extreme Overthinking and Anxiety"},"content":{"rendered":"
Many of us are so focused on reaching success that we often overthink, so much so that we spend an entire evening (or evenings!) worrying about the future. <\/span>Or even worse.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Some even obsess over recalibrating plans for days, sacrificing precious time and energy, recalling past mistakes, and ruminating countless \u201cwhat ifs.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n But the harsh reality is this:\u00a0<\/span>If you are pursuing success by overthinking things that you can neither change nor control, you could be simply setting yourself up for failure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n To help you steadily move towards success, you should stop extreme overthinking and anxiety. <\/span>And here are the top reasons why:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [divider width=”full”]<\/p>\n Recommended Reading:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n [divider width=”full”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In your journey towards success, you will find yourself in many situations that require you to decide.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Most times, it can be a simple decision that will not have a huge impact on your life;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n But what if you\u2019re presented with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity where a single decision can make a life-changing impact?<\/span><\/p>\n Overthinking can take a toll on your performance. It can get in the way of your ability to concentrate and pay attention. Above all, it uses significant brainpower and energy, so much so that it leaves you stressed even though you haven\u2019t done anything significant to keep you moving forward towards your goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Remember that it would be more difficult for you to come up with the best course of action when you’re overthinking things. This also means that you might end up wasting precious hours that are better spent working towards your goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You might believe that by overthinking, you are crafting a perfect way to achieve your goals. But take it from clinical psychologist Helen Odessky: <\/span>overthinking is counterproductive<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Odessky believes that overthinking traps you in a vicious loop that\u2019s constantly creating problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n And get this: these problems? They\u2019re not supposed to be there in the first place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In other words, when you overthink, you dedicate so much of your time and energy to things that don\u2019t actually even matter.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n So, our advice? Don’t waste time on extreme overthinking and anxiety.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Weigh your options, then decide on the best course of action given the circumstances. Just move on and carry out your decision.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When you <\/span>stop doubting your decisions<\/span><\/a>, you\u2019ll be a step closer to success by getting things done.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n In case you haven\u2019t noticed yet, overthinking has <\/span>negative effects on your physical and mental health<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s common knowledge that sleep is critical for <\/span>our brain to function at its best<\/span><\/a>. As it turns out, sleeping actually changes your brain in ways that positively affect your mind and life in general.<\/span><\/p>\n When you spend time worrying, especially late at night in bed, it\u2019s difficult to get enough sleep. This is because extreme overthinking and anxiety before sleep push your brain to go into overdrive, taking away peace and calmness from your mind.<\/span><\/p>\n When you lack quality sleep, you might feel your energy draining throughout the day. Or even worse, you might end up nursing a headache.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n But there\u2019s one more thing that you need to keep in mind. When your brain lacks the rest it needs, it cannot operate at optimum capacity. And if this continues for a long time, the entire ordeal could end up ruining your chances for success.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n So, just be reminded from time and time again: move on from extreme overthinking and anxiety.<\/span><\/p>\n By setting things aside by the time you go to bed, you\u2019ll be able to get a good night\u2019s sleep and have the energy you need to keep winning.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n
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When you\u2019re not anxious, you make better decisions.\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n
Don\u2019t think about it too much and you’ll soon notice improved health.\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n
You get even more creative when you\u2019re not overthinking things.\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n