Can We Temper Over-thinking?

Can We Temper Over-thinking?

Can we temper over-thinking?  Yes we can.  BUT if indeed we want to control our mind, this will take a bit of determination [and NOT gargantuan efforts] because sometimes, the reality we're staring it is just a tough nut to crack.  A major family conflict.  A recent breakup.  A financial 'fiasco'.  These are just the 'most major' stuff we CAN'T be blamed to keep over-thinking.  And then, factor-in those 'UNWANTED' thoughts which can cause plenty of frustration and distress.  And BTW, you're NOT alone in wanting to make them go away📘📗📙

It's just normal to have trouble convincing yourself to 'LOOK UP' when feeling downcast in the face of stress and other challenges.  And while actual mind control belongs in the realm of 'science fiction', let's face it, you can work to CHANGE your mindset.  And psychologists always harp that, first things first, we need to identify the THOUGHTS we want to CHANGE✅✅✅

It goes without saying that you have to figure out WHAT's on your mind before you can even begin to control it.  And nearly everyone experiences discouraging thoughts OR even emotional setbacks from time to time.  And if you're currently experiencing some life challenges, you might find it even harder to maintain control over those spiraling thoughts OR even your overall mindset.  True, occasional intrusive thoughts are just normal BUT it can be distressing too❌❌❌

Other mental behaviors that may lead you to detect possible troubling thought patterns include:

RUMINATION - those looping thoughts

NEGATIVE SELF-TALK - a.k.a. nonsense

FIXED PESSIMIST- this is a RED flag

Indeed, identifying specific thoughts and patterns can help you make the most out of the other common tips we have.  Sometimes, though, psychologists do encourage us to accept UNWANTED thoughts.  While it's human nature to flinch away from pain, yet pushing away such UNWANTED thoughts ISN'T the way to gain [OR regain] control.  Our takeaway:  ACCEPT those UNWANTED thoughts.  Acceptance can offer clues why such specific thoughts keep coming up.  Maybe you keep thinking of a fling who GHOSTED you?  CHANGE your perspective and SELF-TALK can go a long way to help change your mindset.  More often, over-thinking never stops because we never stop it❗❗❗