Understanding and Overcoming Overthinking | Episode 28

Hosts: Jacy King and Dr. Juan Santos, licensed mental health counselors in Greensboro, North Carolina.Episode Focus: Understanding and overcoming overthinking.Welcome to today's episode, of the Couch. A mental health podcast aimed to help listeners move their mental wellness forward one day at a time.This podcast episode of The Couch explores the intricacies of overthinking—what it is, why we do it, and how to manage it effectively.Understanding OverthinkingOverthinking takes place when a person engages in excessive rumination on thoughts, decisions, or situations.This often leads to increased stress and worry. Overthinking is a common issue that can negatively impact decision-making and mental well-being. Causes of Overthinking: Stress. Anxiety. Low Self-Esteem. Past Experiences. Trauma. Interpersonal Dynamics.Strategies to Overcome Overthinking: Mindfulness and Meditation. Cognitive Behavioral Techniques. Scheduled 'Worry Time". Engaging in healthy hobbies. Healthy Distractions like tasks that can take your mind away from overthinking. Seeking professional mental health support.To learn more about how to stop overthinking use the link below:https://santoscounseling.com/blog/what-to-do-when-you-start-overthinkingWelcome to the Couch Podcast! A podcast where real therapists talk about real things.Please remember that we are therapists, but we are not your therapist and this podcast is intended for educational purposes only. On the Couch podcast, we talk about ways to improve yourmental health and quality of life.The New Podcast Episode aimed to be a resource helping you improve your mental health. To schedule a counseling appointment with Santos Counseling click the link below:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://santoscounseling.com/