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EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 27 MIN

How to Stop Overthinking and Start Taking Action

from Confidence is Overrated · host Jennifer Certad

Have you ever felt stuck in your head, thinking about something you want to do… but never actually doing it?In this episode, we break down why overthinking happens and how it quietly keeps you stuck in hesitation, procrastination, and self-doubt.You’ll learn how to move from “I’ll do it later” → “I’m doing it now”, using a simple but powerful framework: Pause → Shift → ActWe also explore one of the biggest hidden drivers of inaction: regret.Because at the end of the day, most people don’t regret failure, they regret the things they never tried.If you’ve been waiting to feel ready, this episode will help you realize:You don’t need more clarity.You don’t need more confidence.You need to take one small step forward.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why overthinking is actually a form of self-protection.The real reason you hesitate when something matters to you.How to shift from fear of failure → fear of regret.The mindset of focusing on shots over wins.A simple 3-step framework to break the loop:PauseShiftActWhy action, not clarity, is what creates momentum.KEY TAKEAWAYSTakeawaysOverthinking feels productive, but it’s often avoidance in disguiseYou don’t build confidence by waiting, you build it by taking actionThe biggest risk isn’t failure, it’s becoming someone who says “I wish I had…”Small, imperfect action is what changes your identity over timeDownload the ⁠⁠Ultimate Self-Belief Guide⁠⁠⁠ to break free from overthinking and start creating the life you desire. If this resonated with you, make sure you’re on my email list for more tools and mindset shifts to help you take action and create real change at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://newsletter.mindcreatd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠MORE FROM ME Follow along on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@jennycertad⁠⁠⁠⁠Or email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about my programs.Try This After Listening:Think of one thing you’ve been overthinking…Then ask yourself: “Would I regret not trying this?”And take one small action today.

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