40. Too Complex to Function - Overthinking, Labels, AI & ...

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Ever felt like you’re too complex to function like everyone else? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists who know what it’s like to overthink yourself into a corner) get real about what happens when trying to understand yourself actually leaves you feeling more stuck, more broken, and further away from who you are.We talk about the endless loop of self-analysis — books, labels, diagnoses, AI, late-night Googling — and why more information doesn’t always bring clarity. Sometimes, it just creates more noise.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): Hello 2am deep dives, collecting labels, over-analysing every thought, and still feeling like you don’t quite make sense.👀 What it looks like in real life: Endless researching, asking AI for answers, replaying conversations, trying to “figure yourself out”, and feeling more confused the more you try.🧠 Why our brains do it: Trauma, self-doubt, a need for certainty, and the belief that if you can just understand yourself enough, you’ll finally fix what feels wrong.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: Over-identifying with labels, feeling boxed in by diagnoses, relying on external answers, and losing connection with your own sense of self.🧰 Coping mechanisms: Researching, intellectualising, using AI for reassurance, analysing your patterns, and trying to “solve” yourself.🌱 How to make peace with it: Maybe the answer isn’t more understanding — maybe it’s learning to be with yourself without needing to fix anything.Thanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently→ TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com→ Substack: Too Much, Apparently👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.--------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, mental health podcast, self discovery podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, neurodivergent podcast, trauma podcast, burnout podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

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