Your Racing Thoughts Won't Stop—Here's the Reason

Get a free gift from Dr. Rutstein, visit drjeffreyrutstein.com/links Want to leave a question? Call 866-357-5156 In this episode of Wired for Well-Being, Dr. Jeffrey Rutstein and producer Steve Lessard explore why your mind gets trapped in repeating loops, replaying the same conversations and arguments over and over, and what you can actually do about it without fighting your own thoughts. If you struggle with rumination, racing thoughts, obsessive thinking, replaying past conversations, rehearsing arguments with people who aren't even there, or wake up with your mind immediately spinning—especially when regulation feels possible during the day but impossible at night—this conversation reveals what your racing thoughts are really telling you about your nervous system. Through exploring a listener's question about getting stuck in unhelpful thought patterns and imaginary conversations, Jeffrey explains why this isn't about being broken or lacking mental discipline. It's about nervous system dysregulation, how your brain attempts to solve unsolvable problems, and why the default mode network keeps pulling you into self-critical, negative thinking when your attention isn't otherwise engaged. Have a question for Jeffrey? Leave a voicemail at 866-357-5156.  If you can't reach that number, record a voice memo or email [email protected]. Learn more about the Healing Trauma Program: drjeffreyrutstein.com/links The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional mental health advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical or mental health concerns.