How To Stop Overthinking

[@deeliciousplum]

Overthinking and I are life long dance partners who often step on each others toes. 🌸

[@DrTraceyMarks]

😀 That's a good one

[@StephenOconnor-c4t]

Hello there is there a link between anxiety and stomach issues like pain and bloating and gerd which one starts which confusing 😢​@@DrTraceyMarks

[@YOYO-dv8gv]

Overthinking makes mi trip on the dance floor and then just continuously stomps on me 🙃

[@Tinyteacher1111]

Ha ha!!!

[@ovhome6841]

@@DrTraceyMarks what are your thoughts or experience with clients or online viewers in regards to a female born person who has schizophrenia (almost 2yrs now, age 23) and wants to start taking testosterone to transition. I’ve found studies that state that it can cause psychosis and or aggressive & moody behavior. Please share your insight as to whether you would discourage someone w/schizophrenia from taking testosterone. Ty

[@nutz13_]

Being able to differentiate the doom-spiral (overthinking) from actual real life issues to problem solve has honestly been one of the hardest things to conquer in my mental health journey. Thank you for making this video and helping me along the path to a peaceful brain

[@Pinkyandthebrain290]

Yes me too. Some days and weeks it’s not something I’ve found I’ll ever be on top of yet other days I can differentiate. 😮🎉 I’ll praise my small steps.

[@instant_mint]

For me overthinking doesn't just feel like problem solving, I also perceive it to to "guarding" or "protecting" myself from whatever the threat is that I am thinking about...

[@PeaceFan1]

Ditto...SO Exhausting!

[@POCKBA]

Maby is why I do it. I am so scared as I am very ill physical and cant stop thinking. My cortisol levels are sky high and I dont sleep most nights. Is the most scary thing I have experinced but thinking about it will maby not help me. I try to find a solution as I dont want to be this ill.

[@verobutterfly3029]

Stopped overthinking, searching for symptoms diagnosis when accepted myself just the way I am, in absolutely every moment. Bipolar adhd, ptsd embraced them all. No more therapy no more shrinks. The only person that knows me best and can heal myself by loving me is … me. Love myself everyday day no matter what I feel, how I feel, constant movement helps. Singing, dancing, watching Chrismas movies, yelling, crying laughing. Feel like a kid again. Feel I can do anything as I m entitled to. Loving my life. Do not care what any person in the world thinks of me and only think about myself now and forever. Gave so much love attention help for so many people for 40 years no regrets but now I choose only myself and I feel free finally. Feel pure love I have always dreamt of. The greatest love of all. It’s easy to achieve. Learning to love yourself it is the greatest love of all.

[@hellohaynes]

You just don’t know how much you blessed me with this comment. ❤I feel the same exact way just couldn’t put it into words. thank you 😊

[@steceymorgan814]

Spirituality is creating your own reality by learning from your stepping stones and raising your vibration to be your best self and achieve your mission goals in this lifetime.

[@APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU]

actually this makes alot sense to me... i kind of live like that whithout even being aware of the tradition. it just feels natural to me... i mean most religions are more about power and control then anything else ... they lost the essence ... i think those 4 core principles are the essence and also the reason why its just healthy to choose to live by thees "values". ….. being spiritual not religeous... doing the right thing for the greater good not just for personal gain... no need to live on your knees as long you dont put those close to you down. dont be so greedy. there would be enough for all of us... but yo i guess every herd got its black sheep but the european mind is more down whith the devil, the EGO ... false light blindet by there beauty lol . ...who are the real Savages? not everything that shines is gold... the devil is a liar. no matter which shade of brown or whatever... positiv giving or Negative taking... balance just some thoughts and thnx for providing these infos. PEACE out & greetings from Germany

[@AnjeloValeriano]

Please can someone recommend any spiritual therapist?

[@Jennifer-bw7ku]

Yes, Dhitik_scott. She has been my spiritual therapist for a while now. She’s amazing and natural. She has really been helpful guiding me in unlocking my full potentials spirituality is a right meant for everyone to enjoy, I’ve experienced so much spiritual awakening and healing period over the years now just for her sake.

[@AnjeloValeriano]

Please, how do I reach her?

[@AnjeloValeriano]

Is she on TikTok?

[@majkidzunior3388]

The excersises at the end helped me stop overthinking just now, even though i still have this thought in my mind, I am actually focusing on the present now. Thank you!

[@Misia-p5z]

I always overthink what I could do better, my family issues, private things, that I can't change

[@Aboguaboga]

I was overthinking pretty much all day today and just barely snapped myself out of it before clicking on the video. I realized i was overthinking because my thoughts were not centered around anything I could actually control or change instead it was just a repetitive thought loop I could not change. What I did was do some breathing exercises and listen to music. Holding your breath as long as you can makes you focus on right now and the music helps with the inner chatter. Also had to give myself a pep talk on how I could think now. It took a solid 1-2 hours after I realized there was nothing I could do about the situation to finally snap out of that thought loop

[@lindaelarde2692]

I love your clear, encouraging explanations with practical ways to move forward.

[@DrTraceyMarks]

Thanks a bunch! ❤️

[@craven5328]

No one, in 20 years, has explained this so well!!

[@miuixtli]

So, I was BORN an overthinker. It had a huge hand on learning a second language and learning to read as a toddler. Teenage years were tough because I didn't have enough to occupy my mind with and I didn't know I should direct my thoughts elsewhere. I do still have the tendency to ruminate on upsetting things. If I'm not listening to a podcast or learning something, my brain will occupy the quiet space with ruminations. I'll even talk to myself. Having awareness of what your thoughts really are is a good first step, but I've found that it did little to quiet my brain down. I need a substitution for overanalyzing thoughts.

[@pixie3458]

I can totally relate to that! Unless I have something intellectually stimulating to capture my attention, my mind will ruminate on unanswerable questions. Exercise doesn't cut it though I've really tried.

[@AndreasSchumacher-q2e]

The same with me, some people simply can not stop thinking. Problem with this kind of help-Videos from doctors or people who do not overthink is the fact that they do not overthink. If I am not having something to stimulate my brain i am lost because there is no substitution.

[@ameliahenderson4955]

Overthinking and rumination are the most distressing symptoms of anxiety for me. Thank you so much for this information and tips. I will most definitely put them to use ❤️🙏🏻

[@dtjrealmc]

My over thinking takes over, it doesn't stop plus is scaring myself knowing I may lose her

[@vinthebluerose292]

I cried watching this and thinking about when my partner would see me like that, and I couldn't explain well. Great video

[@DrTraceyMarks]

Now you have the words to use if it comes up again. ❤️

[@vinthebluerose292]

@@DrTraceyMarks I don't know if she will come back, I hope I will get the chance now I know better :)

[@ThomasMuethingDotCom]

When I was a senior in High School, I got a book to study myself for the AP US Government exam, and I covered it with a paper bag. On the front, I wrote "mind over chatter". I got a 4 on the exam, but man, "mind over chatter" is a lot easier said than done. Thanks for the video, Dr. Marks.

[@austintaylor1448]

Dr marks I love your videos and your tone of wisdom, your cadence and how it always feels good to hear from you and never condescending. You set a great example for this kind of video

[@DrTraceyMarks]

Oh thanks so much - I appreciate hearing that.❤️

[@AshishSharma-HealthTravel]

@@DrTraceyMarks You are the greatest doctor I have ever seen.

[@linoantoniotorrecillasanto9366]

Muchísimas gracias, doctora. Lo explica todo con mucha precisión y claridad ❤

[@ABWeaver]

My mind is spinning so fast right now that I have to rewind just to absorb what you're saying. I'm spinning around like the Tasmanian devil. I make a bigger mess just trying to clean up! I have 100 projects going at once and almost all will sit for days, weeks, month, or forever without completing them. It's exhausting! I've lost friends and family because they don't understand and see me as a lazy, crazy slob. I'm a good hearted, honest person that would help anyone without judging. I'm a better friend to have than most. I'm loyal and generous. I'm tough when provoked so a darn good person to have on your side when you need backup. And yet, nobody cares. Nobody sees how special I am. It's painful and I'm fortunate to be comfortable alone. I stay busy with a dozen art projects going at once. Good for me! 😅

[@addy8857]

I love your content. I started warching you years ago. You responded to one of my comments 5 years ago. I think I said my mental health ruined my relationship and I didnt know what was causing me spiral. I decided to seek a therapist. I didnt end up back with that person. He wasn't good for my mental health in the end. but I am healing a lot of abandonment wounds and doing better. Turns out I was living life with untreated ADHD.

[@B.D.TRX4]

As a person with ASD & ADHD , I overthink every day .. I do it mostly when I don't feel "safe" .. I struggle with the fear of making mistakes that could cause me More of a hassle later or a mistake that could cost me money by Not making the right choice the first time. I also pace when my overthinking is really high ..

[@Richany.]

Dr. Tracey. Im amazed! I’m so grateful. You know HOW to explain this which makes ALLLLLLLLLL the difference to me. God bless you.

[@gigaribosome]

Thanks for helping me aware of my situation and also helping me regain the lift back

[@Eirini.e11]

I do an extreme analysis of the problem and I solve it step by step as you explained using different solutions and logical scenarios. But because I do this a lot, I thought it was overthinking.

[@blizzardwarrior8738]

A technique ive been doin lately involes jotting down all my decisions for a specific subject and writing pros and cons of each decision ive come up with. It helps get all your ideas on paper so you dont have to rethink them too much. Something i noticed about my decisions is that each decision often has nearly equal ratio of pros and cons, or have pros i value alot or cons i really dont want. I can sometimes combine aspects of some ideas so long as they dont contradict each other and make a more educated decision. Sometimes this oversight helps me make a decision. At the very least it reduces stress a bit for me.

[@level_ken5231]

This helps a lot with what I’m going through right now. I’m starting a small business while feeling like I’m losing my support system. Journaling things out has helped me to address the feelings, work out the problem, focus on solutions, and make progress on taking accountability for my personal growth. Ultimately, that (personal growth) is the only thing I’m responsible for. Journaling in the morning while I’m having my coffee is a great strategy for setting a time limit. (I worked all this out while listening to this video, so thank you Dr. Tracey, and shout out to me for doing the work!) 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾☺️

[@t3hsis324]

Thank you for the book mention, as I wasnt aware you had a book out on this topic. Added to my radar. Anxiety, especially being caught in endless thought loops, is something Im no stranger to... Really difficult for others who dont experience this to understand how debilitating it truly is. Too often its seen as a weak excuse to cover for 'laziness'.

[@nancymosby7369]

Dr.! Get outta of my head!!! I feel like this at times..ur awesome 🤩

[@americanasgrandson]

Thank you, Dr. Tracey. Those present moment techniques and setting a timer on a problem are going to help me immediately. Trusting I’m doing my best at times has been met with accusations of overthinking and all I’ve known to say in those moments is,”I’d really like to know the right amount of thinking.”

[@Pinkyandthebrain290]

This video is a blessing today since I’ve been in a bad way these past few days with a bout of overthinking. 😢❤

[@katunongun1530]

to @Dr Tracy Marks .I cannot thank you enough for the difference you make in my life

[@orlandoacontreras]

Greetings from Venezuela, South America. 🇻🇪👋

[@ThePurposeWeb_3]

Great topic! Overthinking can really drain our energy and keep us stuck in a loop of anxiety. 🌪 One effective way to combat it is to set a time limit for decision-making-this can help you focus on the present instead of spiraling into "what-ifs." Mindfulness and grounding techniques, like deep breathing or journaling, can also be super helpful for clearing your mind.

[@_fantomas]

Thank you Dr. Marks. Your videos made me realize that I almost definitely have Bipolar 2 and now I'm in the process of getting a diagnosis and resources to hopefully be able to manage my mental health a lot better going forward

[@MariaRevArt]

There are some good tils here. I have a few personal issues though. First, I know when I'm overthinking things and don't always confuse it with problem-solving. Also, the part about past experiences triggering the over-thinking is a problem because the past experiences may not be irrelevant, but still a very valid concern. That is usually when I struggle with over-thinking. Also, sometimes I am ruminating because I am in a depressive episode and it is triggering cognitive distortions. I do like the tip about trying to find the root of the issue though. That is one thing I think that can really help. Because even if it means I need therapy, at least I'll know what to address in the therapy session. Also, as a person with an anxious temperment, as you phrase it, I do not handle the unknown well at all and I have commitment issues because of it. So, sometimes the problem is not wanting to have to commit to something, but not seeing an alternative to that commitment.

[@sweetandsimple.]

Overthinking literally made me lose sleep last night. I gave someone a gift and I was tossing and turning alot what if it was a bad gift? Was it too much? Was the note I wrote in the card good? Did I over do it? Was the gesture weird? Did I make them feel awkward? This is why I often feel like no one likes me. What a life living with a mind like mine..

[@Jubileeluna]

Dr. Tracey I would like to thank you for your help. You may not know me personally but you and several KZbin Drs have helped me improve my mental health. I am so grateful for all of you and may blessings be multiplied to you always. ❤

[@PJB-To-be]

That is really helpful! Staying in this loop of over thinking has made me dizzy. Yes stuck! So getting grounded and those techniques to do so is a great start. Thank you.😊

[@Eirini.e11]

I also watch videos like this a lot, though I have obsessive thoughts about specific things I’ve created in my head that should be in that specific way and when they don’t, I lose all control and all my mind

[@XxThatGuyxX]

Thank you for the video. I have been struggling alot lately with anxious thought (over thinking) what ifs. Sometimes its a struggle living day to day in life.

[@ZebraFish629]

God bless you Dr. Marks, it’s been rough and your videos have been helpful

[@cassiestevens8382]

Thanks!

[@DrTraceyMarks]

You bet!

[@samgeil7323]

Hey, I said that a little blunt… what I was trying to say is a suggestion or request…. Sometimes the voice get me overthinking about working and I’ve had to defend myself by reminding myself that I’m disabled, however it’s sometimes difficult to objectively explain to others

[@frozengamer3030]

I needed to see this because I am a victim to this

[@vidhoard]

I like this video but unfortunately for me none of this really helps me. I am 100% aware of when I'm overthinking something. I know when my overthinking is useless and only making myself more anxious. I know when it's not grounded in reality. And sometimes I'm able to stop myself by grounding, meditating, or (most commonly) distracting myself. But it always comes back. My brain does not shut up. It does not stop over analyzing every waking moment of my life. It doesn't matter if I stop it from overthinking in one scenario, it will find another. The result is a mind that is not a safe space for me. I am not safe in my own mind. I feel like I have two people in my mind, one that knows everything will be okay, that no one hates me, and that I just need to take the next reasonable step. And one that thinks everything is going to ruin, everyone secretly hates me, and that everything I want to do is impossible. They exist together at the same time and argue constantly and get nowhere and it's miserable for me to exist in my own head so I avoid thinking like the plague. Anything to avoid the quiet and alone moments in my life I will do. I have tried therapy and medication and nothing has helped. Videos and books don't help. Honestly I'm starting to think nothing and no one can help me.

[@Contra_1776]

I’m exactly the same and so far only alcohol and benzodiazepines have given me temporary relief, neither of which I’d recommend for daily or long term usage

[@chinookvalley]

@@Contra_1776 We can do this. I care about you. Weed helps me. I was once addicted to benzos and it took a decade to finally quit. Be careful.

[@DaviesFuture]

If it’s consistent your whole life have you explored other possible causes like divergency or sought help from a psychologist or psychiatrist?

[@vidhoard]

@DaviesFuture I did mention in my comment I tried therapy and medication - the medication was prescribed by psychiatrists. My whole life I've tried seeking professional help. I have ADHD and anxiety and I can't tell if I may be on the autistic spectrum. Either way the professional help hasn't been any help and I am aware I'm neurodivergent.

[@instant_mint]

@vidhoard I recommend the channel "metacognitive therapy central"

[@MrFirebomb969]

I feel like I'm living in Analysis Paralysis.

[@RoadRunnergarage8570]

Same here..

[@dmcgarvey956]

Me too! What a GREAT description 😀

[@deeblair1026]

Thank you so much! I appreciated the steps to help me control and/or stop overthinking. Thank you again. 😊

[@csc8697]

Thank you so much Dr. Marks. Enlightening as usual. But now i think i have every mental illness!

[@Christynmaine]

Just what I needed today. Thank you! Stuck is exactly where I’ve been. Should I? Shouldn’t I? Should I wait? Am I going bonkers? 😵‍💫 Will use your suggestions. 😊

[@kellyberry4173]

Well done Dr. Marks- sooo helpful!!! Thank you!!!

[@tw5115]

Sis, i very rarely leave comments - left ones in the past; sprinkled throughout your incredible videos. This particular one resonates with me. Seen it originally yesterday - jumped online to see where I could pick up this novel - lo and behold found at the local library. Couldn’t get there quick enough and grabbed the book! So stoked! Will take a deep dive into your novel. I plan on doing a reading marathon on it. 😅😂🇨🇦

[@debbiedelarosa8693]

Thank You So much for this video and the techniques you suggested. I am definitely an over thinker and I was like this video is about me! Lol!! I have subscribed to your channel and definitely going to purchase your book. Thanks again and can’t wait to read watch all your other videos. Have a wonderful day ❤

[@taracmonroe]

Just wanted to say your thumbnails are always good. Also thanks for the work you do for the world 🙏

[@DrTraceyMarks]

Thanks so much!❤️😊

[@dglime1]

Thank you for this video. It's very informative. I'm going through this and I have gone through this in the past. I am going to order your book. Thanks.

[@DrTraceyMarks]

You're welcome, I'm so glad it was helpful. Thanks for getting the book. It has a lot of good stuff in there (IMHO 😊)

[@Pinkyandthebrain290]

Ok I have uncertainly intolerance absolutely. Oh my. I must google and overcome this. ❤

[@GeraldLewis-v6f]

Solution to my problems of Overthinking is getting my memory and connection and focus issues fixed and with that I be better off

[@billycovilla1658]

I’ve started listening to your informative videos I’m glade I did you tell so much simple but yet complicated mental issues. I lean everyday thank you for your knowledge.

[@treeoflifex9b]

I overthink about overthinking!

[@canders2710]

I appreciate this information. I've always been hard on myself and been in this vicious cycle. Helpful

[@jazzyjay2802]

I had a teacher told me to stop overthinking, & it's all in your head. Like he felt that my anxiety was make believe, 6 Year's later I haven't been able to leave my head since and make real progress in life feel like I'm stuck in a perpetual cycle of emotions and thoughts actions,😮‍💨

[@wbr9401]

I think that teacher’s response lacked empathy (and sounds like sympathy, too). And they probably weren’t qualified or capable of giving actionable advice. Dr. Marks advice is much more helpful. Hopefully that teacher isn’t teaching psychology!

[@Himmelgrau68]

Thank you for taking the time to make such an excellent video. 👍

[@niksatan]

Dr. Tracey thank you for your wisdom. It seams you have right topics at a right time.

[@ventsislavvasilev14]

Thenks for such videos! God Bless you ❤

[@vassilikizivala8025]

Thank you Dr Marks

[@TheSimArchitect]

Thank you!

[@vma1234]

Thank you Dr. Marks. The techniqus seem to quite helpful. I need to practice and apply them .

[@cassiestevens8382]

Thanks❣️

[@ronneighbour1378]

Thank you. Very informative and much needed at this present time.

[@tierralewis8506]

This video is so helpful!❤

[@KingTate-x9v]

I love you and know what your going through 🤟🏾

[@Ivar-V]

I think what’s missing from this otherwise good advice is that sometimes no matter how hard you try there’s no way out. The worst case scenario is probably going to happen and the only thing you can really do for yourself is accept it. The resistance is painful. I’m not saying give up trying. But try anyway knowing it might be futile. The trying is living.

[@metrowater2819]

This video is perfect timing

[@Ronigaming_100]

I very much appreciate you making these

[@ThirumahalS]

Loving the new thumbnails

[@looking2u2]

Hello Dr. Marks, thank you for such an informative video.

[@MikeEggzNBerger]

i love your videos! thanks for being awesome!

[@thedelawaredriver2855]

I absolutely love you.. I will buy your book

[@roxymoran8203]

Thanks for all the good grounding exercises

[@mamajudesays6912]

Thank you, Dr. Marks, for providing such valuable, high quality content. You are making a difference in the world!

[@kernel8803]

Oh you already know I'm buying your book! Thanks for all the great work you do doc!

[@divinelyguided1144]

So helpful thank you 🙏🏾

[@najlaeel8217]

Thank you for this 💕

[@reiverdaemon]

Amazing video! Thank you

[@mlfitness67]

Another great and informative video

[@scipioafricanus4875]

Great advice thanks

[@redrum0127]

thank you dr marks, i needed this today

[@derekmalunow8962]

Well said, Doc

[@petersteres9441]

You are the best 😊

[@thedelawaredriver2855]

Thank you for your guidance I will buy you a book...

[@sayl0rryan]

Thank you so much this video helped me extremely

[@DrTraceyMarks]

Glad it helped! 👍🏽

[@sayl0rryan]

@@DrTraceyMarks I’ve been seeing a lot of videos lately about Adderall, I took Adderall for many years due to the shortage I would switched to “ADZENYS XR ODT” would you be able to do a video on that medication? I’m very confused because Adderall is a dextroamphetamine and or different salts? but adzenys it’s just amphetamine. I’m confused. So how does it all work? What does it all do?

[@juj-t1j]

I even overthink a certain change in my emotion, and stereotyped it as an "unusual emotion" that would harm me, now that "unusual emotion" became a thought that haunts me, made me overthink overthink till I started having anxiety symptoms, I don't know if I will ever break the cycle or ever recover, I am terrified of not recovering, the thought kept haunting me, I am scared that it will continue, I cannot stop overthinking, It just pops up. I am now scared of me overthinking, it drains me so much, this has been going on for weeks.

[@istaynstilettos]

I agree with all of this

[@dianr3654]

Thank you

[@nerdbamarich2063]

Thank you for helping

[@PCEntmt]

ADHD and overthinking go hand in hand like fire and paper. Then if you have an addiction, it is more like Fire and Gasoline.

[@nili3529]

Dr Tracy why does my overthinking becomes physical then I become restless and I can’t sleep ? Is that agitation ?

[@deleone]

appreciate your content 🙏🏾

[@DH-dl3ll]

This is really helpful, thank you

[@tims9434]

Pure-O OCD is not easily fixed.

[@ulisesvazquez4273]

I have this. Do you have any resources how to overcome?

[@LuvDogs65]

The guilt I lay with at night. 😢

[@sweethope8604]

This is how I feel a lot in my 30s these days because I am no longer married to my ex husband and if the economy keeps driving prices sky high and I don't take my adhd medicine I need til retirement every day I could end up homeless because I couldn't afford to live where I would need and want to and I couldn't hyperfocus on a job because women with and without adhd get tired and sad sometimes because of hormonal shifts.

[@noname-pm7vu]

Great video. Is overthinking the same as ruminating?