How to deal with overthinking & worrying 😌

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TIMELINE & RECIPES
00:00 Intro
01:06 Why we overthink & worry
03:29 Things we have no control over
04:54 Things we have control over
06:07 Summary
06:44 Outro
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❤ Sadia

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[@sushilockhart599]

I just heard it from somewhere but became practice in my life: "When overthinking, write. When underthinking, read."

[@tambaldocarletti]

Good tips. You can take a walk too, and pay attention to your breath...

[@sushilockhart599]

@@tambaldocarletti I agree with you! Getting to know how hormones work and its impact to my well-being involves those exercises you mentioned. ✨

[@zainsha7103]

That's a very good quote you shared with us....Yeah....writing does help, reading too.

[@lovez2eat]

Great quote. Took me years to figure that out. Reading gets my brain going if I want it to. Writing is like thinking in slow motion - it helps me shaping and organising an otherwise chaotic stream of consciousness.

[@kavya914]

Tnx🥺

[@marinagrey9031]

“My life is full of terrible things… that never happened. “ So relatable.

[@v2ikem]

So relatable😣

[@ComplicatedSimplicite]

Omg! Story of my life

[@sololife9403]

unfortunately, for me, what i had been worried came true. indeed, i should stop worrying things

[@sistermelodies2972]

Story of everyone ...

[@heyyitsleslie]

That quote really hit the nail on the head for me!!

[@adriannamarszal]

“I've had a lot of worries in my life, most of which never happened.” ― Mark Twain

[@missmagic707]

"My philosophy is that worrying means you suffer twice." - Newt Scamander

[@leahsfieldnotes]

Giving us food for thought too ily 😭💗

[@missdaytonax]

LOVE YOUUU Leah so good to see you here on PUL 🥺

[@ps-uo3hu]

So Happy to see u here... Love u.. 😘

[@PickUpLimes]

💗💗

[@nadhiyakabali9989]

Hi , I love you pick up limes .

[@ryanraycarmona]

I tend to overthink since this pandemic happen. And still fighting to stop overthinking and worrying things i can’t control. Thank you for this another tea time tuesday☕️☕️ It gave me the idea to separate the things i can control vs the things i can’t. thank you PUL FAM.💚

[@stargazer5073]

Prayers for families in Haiti and Afghanistan.

[@skywalker6648]

It is terrible. So much going on it's enough to get anxiety just watching the news, lol.

[@somadhandas1638]

I was literally overthinking about the Afghanis and I even broke down in tears looking at their condition. And, this turned to worst,as I reaslised, that I could do nothing to help them except to be silent spectator. You see how the overthinking works. I was unable to focus and wanted somehow to not dwell on this matter anymore, but it was just not getting out of my head. And Sadia's video came as a life savior. I can now try it in a better way and with some new perspectives. Thank God and Sadia !♡

[@hanswurst9437]

@@somadhandas1638 so you really care about, but just think about it when its in the news? Think about the people who are not in the news atm. Endless Depression. Would be easier when people are able to help themselve and get stronger as a community. Like this it will always Stay in chaos and just about time when the next crisis is in the news... My thoughts, no Front.

[@somadhandas1638]

@@hanswurst9437 ikr! Easier said than done...we can just sit and worry and continue with our roles of silent spectators. I wish sometimes I had some clandestinely power in me with which I could solve it. I am so worried for them and it just keeps on getting worse with the passing time.😭

[@Kittykat5kits]

Amen!

[@cyanidesky8170]

Thanks for sharing this. A big time over thinker myself, here’s how I combat those monstrous cycles: 1. I usually try to write it down, or go over my notes from happy days in the journal 2. I start moving around. Amygdala feels less threatened when in motion and so we start calming down (taking some action) 3. Cleaning the room 4. Run/short walk outside. Change of space quickly breaks the thought. 5. Drink water. Dehydration works in very devious ways. 6. Eat something. Again, low blood sugar can also trigger a lot of doomsday thoughts. 7. Fresh air. Deep breathing.

[@skywalker6648]

One of the best things is to write it down. Sometimes when you look at what you wrote later, you really gain some better perspective on what you were concerned about.

[@maryseo.]

Thank you very much for this advice.

[@edvids5783]

all the suggestions you gave are priceless. I have copied. Thanks

[@lawrenceanne-marie4859]

Thanks very much...very good advice!

[@witnesslightmelody]

Hi, thank you very much for sharing this list :)

[@ShesClarisse]

Wowww I love this comment section or this community. Everyone is giving their own advices and sharing their experiences which are truly inspiring and helpful to me and to others. Thanks everyone! Grateful for Sadia's work and for people like you guys! 🥰✨

[@Tangocharlie999]

You got me at “worrying about my parents getting old and that i don’t spend much time with them 😞”

[@magdalenam6298]

Same 😟 my parents live far away 😔

[@preranan5960]

It's the same with me....but when I stay home for too long, say extend my visit home, I start missing my independence and feel wretched 🙃

[@danielabelgrade]

Same 😔

[@ila-1828]

You don't even know how much I have missed these talks of yours and these type of vlogs Sadia... Much love to you 💜

[@PickUpLimes]

💛

[@marco5030]

@@PickUpLimes Very glad they're back as well :)

[@ShevinLafi]

I totally agree :)

[@KatieRingley]

Yes please continue these!!

[@victoriaeruth]

YEESSS!!!

[@makitajazzqueen7794]

I'd love it if you had a podcast ♥ You are so pleasant and inspiring to listen to

[@feryaalzahir3406]

yes! pleasant to watch and listen to. please start a podcast!!

[@BennyPoints]

Yes, please! We would like a PUL podcast, please!

[@BreadVanVleet]

I'm begging for a podcast! She is so calming and inspiring!!

[@Zoe_C95]

Cried while watching this because you put so beautifully into words exactly how I’ve been feeling this past year and a half, and it’s such a relief to know I’m not alone. I get so caught up in hypothetical situations and trying to control the uncontrollable that I take it out on other people and myself, it’s such a destructive cycle but I don’t know how to stop. 😔

[@elssis07]

Watch doctor Jud videos he explains very well that cicle and how to stop it kzbin.infofeatured

[@nenalucero4444]

💛✨💫🙏😇

[@aleenajoseph1237]

Being someone who is clinically diagnosed for severe anxiety, I gotta say literally "sitting" with the thoughts of dark clouds and watching the wave come and go has really helped me. You have no idea how much this video means to many of us, soo much to be grateful for you Sadia 🌈

[@PickUpLimes]

Thanks so much, Aleena 🌼

[@-Oddish-]

This is the absolute best thing you can do. It teaches the lizard part of your brain (the part that creates the anxious response) that you’re not under threat, and eventually it gets better. And it’s a great skill to have either way, because we all experience anxiety sometimes.

[@skywalker6648]

There is also medication and herbal types of supplements to help as well.

[@ishmaelwatson1278]

@@skywalker6648 really can you explain please

[@skywalker6648]

@@ishmaelwatson1278 can you be more specific with what you want me to explain?

[@Being_Ithra]

She is that big sister everyone needs. 🥰🥰

[@sripradhaiyengar9980]

Ikr ❤️

[@elizabethbenavidez3069]

I am also an over thinker and a worrier. When I have a hard time sleeping because of it I pray and I listen to instrumental classical music. This help me most of the time.

[@alexandracabral2034]

Overthinking used to leave me in knots. Nowadays I release my thoughts in my head by journaling. I write everything down and I realise everything that I cannot control. By focusing on the here and now, breathe work and myself. Doing this I can cope with things better.

[@SuperChris1919]

Breath work has been working for me. I just started listening to a Buddhist nun. Her name Pema Chodron and I’m listening to an audio tape of hers called. “Don’t bite the hook” so far so good and it’s very helpful. Thank you so much for this video peace love and God bless.❤😊

[@herika006]

This topic reminds me of the Serenity Prayer written by Reinhold Niebuhr: God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.

[@becky15707]

Thank you

[@sparksoflight5022]

Wonderful words!!!!

[@awajikeiko]

That’s is very nice! Thank you 🙏

[@downeyjr4423]

My all time FAV!!!

[@airishviscara2326]

I love this❤

[@arundhatisharma880]

“Pointless thinking 💭 is worse than no thinking at all.”-Haruki murakami. Ever since I read this quote my perspective got a bit more relaxing ,also like always love your videos Sadia❤️❤️💛💛✨✨you are a global therapist 🙌🏼💕😄

[@vivianaorellana3973]

I really enjoy your videos and the honest way you talk about everything. The way that I deal with overthinking and worrying is by praying, reading the bible and putting my trust in God's promises, because I have understood that when I'm not in control, He is. One of my favorite verse is in Philippians 4:6-7 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God". Greeting from Chile, a long, narrow strip of land :)

[@gewoonmargreet6313]

Ik word altijd zo heerlijk rustig van jouw video's... De editing, muziek, jouw rustige stem... heel mooi!

[@blaisehaddow1137]

How did you know I needed this right now? 😆 Thank you so much for bringing a piece of calm and serenity into the world

[@CAstudentlife101]

Could i say how much of a multi-talented person you are.❤️ I love it when you cook, I love it when you beautifully capture it, I love it when you give Tea Time Tuesdays. I love it when you Vlog your travels. I love it when you talk about nutrition. I love it when you talk about anything. Because you are always creating value to your subscribers 💯❤️. Loads of love♥️💝

[@amygreg91]

Thanks Sadia! I keep rewatching this as I am an overthinker as well and sometimes I need a reminder. I think one of the reasons why we overthink may be because we have not grieved our past. We have to learn that just because something happened in our past does not mean it will happen again - however we fear it might do and imagine even worse case scenarios. Externalising it, even through crying, does help us grieve our painful past experiences and look at our future with excitement rather than fear/worry.

[@anamatika6322]

I often catch myself overthinking. I'm aware that I start thinking negatively, but I often don't know how to stop. What happens then is that I get tangled in a spiral of negativity and catastrophizing situations that haven't even happened. Yet, I still don't stop, and it completely paralyzes me. One night, I couldn't sleep. So, how do I deal with it? I talk to people close to me, either on the phone or in person. I do something else, drink a glass of water, go to the bathroom, take a walk in the park, leave my apartment, or simply take a break from books, my phone, and the internet. Sometimes, I just go outside to get some fresh air. I look for anything that can help me in a healthy way at that moment. I hope my comment can be helpful to someone. ❤ Thank you Sadia for this video! Helps a lot because we are not alone.

[@brilurz]

I had a friend that told me my overthinking was a form of not being able to cope with lack of control. When I'm able to accept my lack of control in all these areas, I'd stop worrying

[@harrycake9407]

This.

[@saima5324]

It's like you were listening to my thoughts! I really needed this.

[@indiraquin]

Thanks for this video! In my case, whenever an uncertain situation makes me feel anxious, I say this situation will unfold, it will reveal its self and I let it go - it gives me inmediate peace ✨️

[@akanshapatil7292]

This video is exactly something that I needed at my current state of mind...

[@majedaarr]

Mine too ,and I was not like this , its only after marriage I became so , may be because it was then only I was exposed to real world and no well wishers

[@Charlierose214]

I'm sending you and your parents and siblings a big hug Sadia, I know it hasn't't been the calmest these last few days so sending you guys so much love!

[@PickUpLimes]

Thanks so much, Charlie 💛

[@skywalker6648]

I've heard about that as well. I guess the world has by now!

[@rachelerickson7321]

"How To Stop Worrying and Start Living" book by Dale Carnegie been is a great resource!

[@Mabelliot]

i love that you're talking about mental health & giving tips on it so openly!

[@Siinead2]

I love how you put into words things that I have in my head and for me are so difficult to express. Thanks for this video ❤️

[@grandpaczki979]

Having a anxiety attack at work in front of a client today. This is exactly what I needed to hear. I am taking a moment, finding therapy and wonderful videos like this one show up to help at the perfect time.Thank you

[@just_sadhana]

As an over-thinker myself, I soo get this. Putting things on paper really helps me distance myself from those thoughts and look at it from a different perspective. Another thing that helps me is to ask myself "What is the one things I can do to make it better?" And take one step towards resolving it. And you're right about how taking action helps you worry less 🤩 Really loved this video Sadia ❤️

[@PickUpLimes]

Oh I love that, thanks for sharing, Sadhana!

[@just_sadhana]

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[@JessicaWu2020]

Writing things down and meditation really helped me!

[@manumishra1795]

This came just in time. We need more tea time tuesdays. Feels like just made for us to explore ourselves and then resolve in deep inside. Love to PUL.

[@bookworm598]

Loved this video Sadia, really needed it right now. I'm also loving to see everyone's comments on what helps them, this community is so warm and helpful

[@Zahra.Siddiqui]

With everything going on in my country Afghanistan this video came just in time ❤️

[@lpcdavey9599]

Zahra I wish I knew of something I could say that will comfort you, just know that so many people are thinking of you all at this time and whatever religion we might follow I know that so many people are praying for you. Lots of Love Zahra 💝

[@chaank1069]

Sending you hugs. It's so sad.

[@Zahra.Siddiqui]

@@lpcdavey9599 Thank you, I appreciate it ❤️

[@Zahra.Siddiqui]

@@chaank1069 Thank you 🤗

[@PickUpLimes]

I'm right there with you, Zahra ❤️ Afghanistan is constantly in my thoughts and in my heart 🇦🇫❤️

[@jessicatyrrell7299]

I really appreciate hearing that other people struggle with overthinking in the same way I do. One of my big repeating worries is that something is off with me because I get stuck in these thought loops. 🖤

[@aunekambonde1393]

I am a huge overthinker and it takes up most of my energy I really hate it

[@saireenahsanchoudhury7687]

I’ve watched this video countless time❤️ so comforting to hear what exactly I feel! Love you girl! Writing things down helps me a lot too! I’m also a practicing Muslim, I feel praying & seeking for mental peace from allah helps me too!

[@gloreeuhh-]

Ah so you believe in God’s existence?

[@celi624]

Thank you. This is just what I needed. I am also an overthinker, especially these days. Even though watching this video didn't solve anything; it reminded me to enjoy life in the present. I don't necessarily have a strategy but I do take breaks from the things that make me worry and overthink. This helps keep my emotions in check and create more realistic thoughts.

[@madalinasacultanu6213]

One book that really helped me handle worrying and anxiety in my life is "the happiness trap", it helped me soooo much. It has actual exercises and tips to accept your feelings and so deal with them in a much more efficient manner. Great choice of background music by the way! Loved the video as always ❤️

[@carolineatkins3037]

I have that same book by Russ Harris, 'The Happiness Trap'. It was recommended to me by my CBT Therapist. I still read chapters from time to time, it's a constant on my bedside table.

[@effie5238]

I'm on it! Thank you for the recommendation. :)

[@lailakhan9410]

where can I get it ?

[@carolineatkins3037]

@@lailakhan9410 you can buy this book in any book shop or Amazon.

[@lailakhan9410]

@@carolineatkins3037 ok dear Thank you.

[@TechImaginist]

Lovely stream of thoughts. Calming ocean and piano music in the background. Felt like therapy, unwinding, cathartic. Thanks for tea and the talk. You're amazing.

[@JoseHernandez-tc1to]

You are correct people worry too much about things that might happen and stress themselves to a point of a panic attack.

[@alyssaboldt-peacock747]

I found this exactly when I needed it. I was looking at your meal prep videos because I’m returning to work next week after being off for a year for maternity leave. I’ve been overthinking way too much about how the transition back is going to go, and I’ve just been really down in the dumps. Going to work hard to get organized, follow some of your yummy meal prep ideas, and just journal and reflect and just take things one day at a time ☺️

[@preethi3582]

One thing that I find helpful is that I think about the past. Things that I have overcome before and how I remember I was overthinking about that very problem. And then I tell myself that this is something manageable too. I don’t know if this applies to a lot of people, this is something that kinda helped me ❤️

[@kjh4878]

I can relate.

[@skywalker6648]

I was watching a movie the other day in which one of the characters said, "And this too shall pass". It's also a good reminder that we will get through difficult times.

[@lora4624]

Thank u Preethi it works

[@zainabmehmood110]

Wish I could hug you through this screen because you're soo helpful. Thank you!

[@raslaa9125]

So relatable..writing down or sharing with someone makes me feel better too❤️

[@shainalite]

You speak for everything messy inside my head that has been operating for so long. Thank you so much 💖

[@timetofocus5124]

The way you explain and break down concepts while soothing all anxious thoughts that even my adhd brain calms down and concentrates fully for the length of the video is magic. I love this type of talk videos💗. I still replay the confidence one every time I begin to get anxious or worked up. Thank you.

[@J.s__Nest]

You are a strong women ... Thanks for being an inspiration 🥰

[@skittle654]

thank you so much for this video honestly. i’m making a big move soon and have been torturing myself with worrying and overthinking about alll the possible “negative outcomes”. you really released this video at a perfect time for me and i feel a sense of relief after watching this.

[@katiel8725]

I have a lot of anxiety and just watching this video helped me. Thank you for talking about this. It is so important!

[@v.glayasree2275]

Hello! Sadia we need more tea time Tuesdays like before! Enjoyed watching this video😁

[@aleenaaneesh8180]

Really wanted this as I'm devastated with anxiety for a long time and this made my mind lighter. Thank you soo much Sadia, Love you❤️ You inspired me to stay vegan and this time to find my inner peace.

[@laryssadiaz2044]

This’s the best video I’ve watch in a while. It’s been a long time since I felt so..understood. I have all the empathy about this subject and it never ceases to amaze me that even people that I think are “perfect” also feel the same way I do. Thanks for sharing this with us. I love the way you use your Chanel to talk about mindfulness life

[@repeat8128]

The most eloquent and helpful talk I have ever heard, thank for this hoping dose ❤️❤️

[@dishingnutrition]

Sadia, your transparency and authenticity is so refreshing ❤️ thank you for this, your Tea Time Tuesdays are my favorite!

[@viancazavala999]

I’ve been praying for some sort of sign to keep on working on myself. This felt like a page from my brain! I am a huge over thinker to the point where it induces insomnia. When I start to feel like a sink full of water that is never ending, I simply say “let it go, tomorrow is a new day, we can conquer it then”. Praying for everyone’s emotional health and growth ❤️

[@ellenkarlsson9490]

You are never wasting my time! Honestly, I don't primarily come here for the food, I come to relax. I find your voice, the visuals and the editing so relaxing. The food inspiration is just a bonus.

[@cathybosquez3137]

I have loved your channel for some years now. The small shifts you make on your channel are so appropiate and wanted to thank you for this and the advice. All the best and cheers from Panama!

[@juliachamberland4712]

So so so relatable. Thank you!! I find my overthinking is linked to a conflict between what I think I should do and what I actually want to do. It's a process of letting go of others' expectations and leading a more intentional, reflective life! 😌

[@Sewlimitless]

This was so relatable (and right on time). I feel like there’s so much more to worry about now days, but I try to focus on the positive.

[@Livemindfully247]

The mindset that we can resolve everything makes one anxious. Trusting one deity that controls the universe has helped me shed some worries off. Also, doing things with excellence and not perfection is what my faith has taught me and I try to adhere to it. It has helped me a LOT.

[@angel67772]

Yes!! Hypothetical situations. Overthinking is something I'm trying to deal with daily. Thanks for covering this

[@netrajain8091]

being a person who has anxiety disorder and depression this made me so relaxed and calm

[@josandham7844]

So comforting to hear how you deal with this, makes me feel less alone! So many people come across like they've got it all sorted, especially on KZbin. I've literally been sitting in my room for days doing exactly what you're talking about. Thank you for being so real and relatable!!!

[@Lauradepalma222]

I had the feeling that you were as authentic in this video as I have ever seen you in videos before. Thank you for that. Thank you for showing yourself.

[@pinkypiyanartlertaswaluk2260]

I listened to it many times. This is a truly life lesson.

[@-Oddish-]

I’ve been on a journey recently of overcoming my anxiety, this really came at a great time. Learning about the science of anxiety helps so much

[@hannahhmariiee]

"There are more things that frighten us than injure us. We suffer more in imagination than in reality." Thank you so much for sharing these tips! I have severe OCD and intrusive thinking that really weighs on me from day-to-day. This helps so much. Thank you, Sadia!

[@dayaneirajerez406]

Your content is never wasting my time. I feel you are one of the most wholesome people on the internet. Your recipes I love and I keep making till this very day. This video was nothing short of great. ❤

[@bennu09]

When something worries me I think of the worst that can happen and if I can recover from it. Having this analysis makes me accept and stop thinking on that.

[@user-wk9pm8bx1t]

Such perfect timing, thank you so much, Sadia! I really enjoy these Tea Time Tuesdays.

[@shivapriyapandi7790]

The timing is just perfect! Thank you so much for posting this ❤️ sending so much love to you and your loved ones 🥰

[@alexandriayoung8759]

I missed your tea time Tuesdays! 💗 I worry about many things but, it does help to write it out and reflect as you said. Change your focus and make plans that are doable for things that we can change and do the best we can.

[@amiash6011]

Just what i needed! Just when i needed! i was just overthinking about things i can’t do much abt

[@abhiramesh4964]

Thank you for putting this up, for being raw and real. Your videos are beyond calming than you know ❤️

[@thatgirl_Devi]

I'm so happy you brought Teatime Tuesday back 🤗 everything you said is so relatable to me. Thank you for your wonderful advice. 💞

[@hollyw.]

I can so relate. Grateful you posted this. It's a good feeling that their is a community of us who think like this as well.

[@inesramos1100]

Thank you so much for sharing, I’m a heavy overthinking person it’s so exhaustive, normally journaling it’s helps a lot yes but for me is missing consistency, something that I’m working with.

[@NadiaBananaa]

You know, I’ve always wanted an older and wiser sister and through your Tea Time Tuesdays, I feel like it is the closet thing to having that! Thank you thank you and thank you! 💗

[@Kat-of-the.wood5]

Its such a wonderful thing to see how much we are all alike as people, winding our way through this wild world, and even the webs of our own minds. ♡ Blessings out there today, friends!

[@gabrielasantana3809]

I think that your channel adds so much to your audience. This is my favorite video thus far!

[@hurts4everfan]

AAAAAH SADIA! You are just here when i need you the most, im a bit of a mess this past days, I'm so happy to hear from you and to see your friendly face, now my day is a lot better, thank you ❤️😇❤️

[@nicoledudek1407]

Perfect timing for how I was feeling today. Thank you Sadia 🥰

[@norcalwildflower]

Sadie, thank you for your video about overthinking. I feel the same when I think too much. My mind goes everywhere. I’m also away from my family that worries me as well. Your words are inspiring!

[@sarajones3173]

Loved this video and praying for peace for you. My heart goes out to your family and all the people of Afghanistan. You are such a light ✨

[@gopalpoojary2958]

How did this come up at the right time. I'm dealing with anxiety atacks rn with my exams coming up and this honestly is perfect. Thank you ❤

[@lisabarnes6351]

Thanks for sharing that Sadia. You come across as someone who is so ‘sorted’ and yet you have these moments too. Im living in perpetual anxiety so it’s good to hear your take on this.

[@sofiacordeiro4653]

I recently started an internship where they didn't know that I was going to be working and learning there as a student and my anxiety - which could already very easily get overwhelming - skyrocketed and it's really damaged my mental health over the toxicity that it is emanating for me. It's nice to know you're not the only one going through stuff like this sometimes. Thanks for the video

[@samanthastevens8564]

this was so reassuring. You're someone I strive to be more like because I appreciate your positivity and healthy lifestyle. so hearing that you struggle with similar things to me allows me to relate to you and feel that much closer to my goals 🥰 I LOVE writing things out when I'm overwhelmed. it helps get things out of my head and where I can see it. I suffer from panic attacks too and while this sounds silly, I've found screaming into a pillow or fake screaming or sing an angry song helps me release that pent up bad energy. And that allows me to calm down enough to start focusing on solutions!

[@maggiegonzalez2213]

Wow!! This video literally summed me up!! I’m so relieved to hear I’m not the only one like this and since I am huge fan of yours it makes you that much more relatable!! Thanks for this!

[@reneem9353]

Stuck thinking about not thinking...true story. Appreciate hearing other people goo go thru similar experiences

[@staropolanka]

Worrying too much on daily basis, overthinking, sometimes even panicking - this is my attitude. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, I feel much better now.

[@kirtimetharu]

O my god!!!!!! Beautiful introduction, had such an epiphany Sadia. I just felt I was the one but you are one human I look up too and I broke down in tears. Damn! You're a blessing.

[@lydiaanderson5882]

When I overthink I talk to my mind in the third person. “Hello mind, I recognize your concerns, but it’s time to listen to the heart.” Then I try to settle in to deep breath and repeat. Be kind and recognize the thoughts, like Sadia said, there was and still is a purpose for worrying (motivation, safety, etc..) If they are not useful, Question where they can from? Who is saying them? And then put them to the truth test. Don’t get upset or frustrated that “I can’t “stop thinking”, simply return to the breath and heart sensation :) Prayer always helps me take my mind off myself and helps me refocus on others and the collective. Audiobooks like The alchemist, The Book of Joy, and the 4 agreements are saviors in times I can’t sleep.

[@oscarcruzj1694]

Great reflection for those of us that tend to everthink... I specially liked the portion of being busy solving things rather than thinking too much on them.

[@zosiaherbasz1223]

as a huge overthinker splitting tasks into short term goals definitely helps and listening to your attitude towards the matter made me feel so much more safe and calm so thank you so much. Exactly the content I needed before uni season starts. Always so impressed by how much time and effort you put into all your work:) it definitely shows.

[@matthewwidders7024]

You’re amazing and inspiring! Thank you for always sharing relatable and perfectly curated content! I discovered your channel earlier this week and have resonated with so many of your videos! And have been inspired by your vegan cooking videos !!!!