Your Constant Overthinking Ends With This Video

A story about a young samurai with massive potential.....but he overthinks too much to fully utilize it.
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i overthink a lot, how to stop worrying so much

[@ColeHastings]

Yo, like 70% of you guys who watch my channel aren’t subscribed. So don’t overthink it and….just subscribe :) Thanks for watching.

[@advaitgogte6385]

I unsubscribed to your channel because I was super deep into red pill and self improvement. Seeing all these videos all the time on my feed made me feel that I'm overcomplicating my life and also that I don't have what it takes to live a happy life myself and hence I have to constantly watch red pill and self improvement to get to a decent level as a human. I still keep coming back once every 1 or 2 weeks to see if there's some video relating to my problem rather than consooming general content.

[@ColeHastings]

@@advaitgogte6385 love to hear it

[@MJalil11]

Stop overthinking it too.

[@jackthelad6900]

You start sounding like ,,Pursuit of wonder,,

[@unpopularopinion4710]

@@MJalil11 lol

[@gymdian]

Overthinking is the art of creating problems that don’t actually exist. ✌🏽

[@VoidDweller86]

The Ability To Think and To Overthink Is As Humanly Natural As Having Your Own Deck of Cards.

[@cristianm7097]

Rumination and anger.

[@romanistalazialle1081]

so Im a great artist .. thank you

[@bizmonkey007]

It’s the art of overly anticipating future problems. Your brain is wired for survival and wants to be prepared “just in case.” That feature can seemingly go haywire and rob you of joy in the present.

[@Pbcvl]

I need answers. This world is the problem and I can't just forget about that

[@Inner-Mastery]

Stop overthinking! 🛑🤯 Don't create problems that aren't even real. Just chill and live in the present moment. You got this! 🌟

[@skysetblue9578]

Thank you. I hate being sick but I overthink too much about how to get better.. love ya

[@anshusingh3137]

Hey but.. Many of those problems are real.. But will happen in later future not now

[@dts7824]

​@@anshusingh3137this is a common symptom of worriers, thinking that you need to worry or overanalyse in order to prevent future problems. All it does it ruin the "now" and has no use for the future. A lose lose game. And I know this because I used to be this, still am a bit, but not half as bad .

[@SimranKaur-ms3fr]

I stopped overthinking and now i realise i dont think at all and now this is the problm

[@Nejforfanhuru]

Thank you

[@Hamza97]

amazing storytelling. Needs more Jeffery and Adonis

[@ColeHastings]

Jeffery doesn’t take eastern spirituality seriously. “ITs aLl MadE Up BrO.” Adonisssss……

[@9_9876]

The top 2 self-improvement you tubers together

[@nestorastokalidis385]

@@9_9876 hamza is repetitive

[@niallv14]

@@nestorastokalidis385 That's kinda the point. He literally tells people not watch his videos. His videos are for the people who are just introduced to self improvement. After watching 5 of his videos you don't need to watch him anymore

[@munkoman]

@@nestorastokalidis385 Jeffrey: "Hamza is repetitve BROO" adonisssssss......

[@powpaow]

I was overthinking so I missed half the video

[@amn_ham9678]

Bruuh, i had a big smile seeing this cuz I'm struggling with the same thing, i disconnect from videos and convos easily.

[@Vro_xppy]

​@@amn_ham9678 meanwhile I do that and can't even keep a conversation let alone have good habits

[@swarajsi5340]

Bruh literally the same I was thinking about random stuff most of the videooo😭😭😭

[@swarajsi5340]

​@@amn_ham9678samee dudee, i was lost in my thoughts half of the video😭

[@epirac]

😂

[@seanieboi1234]

"Empty your mind. Be formless. Shapeless. Like water. Now you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle, it becomes bottle. You put it in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Now water can flow, or it can crash. BE WATER MY FRIEND." - Bruce Lee

[@mikepawlikguitar]

Loose Brie

[@tuppster]

Master wu

[@sgokrrfru]

@Gustav Gamer yeah niigga it's you had to say

[@kuldeepm_]

@Gustav Gamer why why why you have to ruin this bro why😭

[@ok_computer12]

I am now a cup how do I transform back to human? I do not have well formed appendages to go about my day.

[@labonihalder1003]

I can totally relate to this. Overthinking and anxiety can literally drive you mad.

[@bb_alternate]

yeah bro

[@Keimeri803]

Nope it cant.

[@Sarahalani]

Its out of our control💔💔

[@bb_alternate]

@@Keimeri803 you are already mad so u wouldn't notice that, it has already driven u mad

[@Keimeri803]

@@bb_alternate there is a old saying. Crazy dosent know hes Crazy. But if you are mad you know it. You can control your emotions, just like magician fools People.

[@nemekSI]

*Overthinking and Intrusive Thoughts can be a mind killer, daily meditation and staying busy helps me reduce them for me! Great story telling as usual!*

[@user-gi5dc5eb1w]

how long do you meditate and how long have you been meditating for?

[@nemekSI]

@@user-gi5dc5eb1w about 6 months started with 10 mins then worked up to 15 min daily now working towards 20-30 mins. I also try to add whim hof breathing whenever I get the chance to the routine as well!

[@ok217]

@@nemekSI whim hof? It might be a keyboard fault but what do you mean? Thanks for sharing the info it means a lot for someone who has just started self improvement 3 months ago almost 4

[@TheBlackGrend]

@@ok217 Wim Hof, a man teaching breathing exercises, totally worth to check out

[@wobblestone3148]

sometimes staying busy isn't always good

[@Jaekai]

I’ve had panic and anxiety almost my whole life, in and out of therapy, in and out of bad phases of anxiety in my life but this video really put into prospective everything I’ve been failing to grasp, just watching this once has lifted such a tremendous weight off my shoulders, in the recent days I’ve been struggling with my anxiety but this video has really helped me in my recovery process, I pray that everyone going through anxiety, depression, panic or trauma finds the peace that they deserve, you are not alone and we’re all wishing you peace and prosperity ❤️ I love you all

[@waking_vigil7477]

Thanks brother,may you find peace as well!I am still trying but I won't stop

[@classycajun7806]

Beautifully said ❤

[@codylockx3795]

Thank you. Finding these type of nice KZbin videos help

[@TheDoomerGoGetter]

Our phones play a huge role in overthinking, I got an app to limit my time on my phone, only seeing it as a tool to make KZbin videos and contact people on, were unaware of how phones scramble our thoughts, put the phone down, go for a walk with no distractions

[@ethanb3457]

I've been meaning to learn more about how our phones can subconsciously affect us, do you have any recommendations I can look into possibly?

[@stonky-1375]

@@ethanb3457 I'd like to know too

[@TheDoomerGoGetter]

@@ethanb3457 no I don't, I'm interested too

[@Nightdrives]

how does that app called?

[@darb771]

What’s the app called? I’ve been looking for one myself, I agree with your take on cell phones

[@MartinsDesign-cs9iq]

I suffered the borderline disorder for over 23 years, with so much anxiety not until I came across psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment actually saved my life honestly. 6 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms

[@GlobalVisa-pf9pt]

Microdosing helped me get out of the pit of my worst depressive episode, a three year long episode enough to start working on my mental health

[@cemalcanguzel3683]

Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in UK. Really need

[@olegkroitory304]

He's Shane.myco

[@Dineshkumar-kz1xn]

The shroom experience stands as my most remarkable journey, an awe-inspiring encounter that left an indelible mark of amazement.

[@sazzadhossain7013]

He’s on insta?

[@joe_zupko]

The funny thing is that overthinking gets your mind all ramped up and makes you think you need to keep overthinking. In reality you just gotta do nothing haha easier said than done, but it feels really good

[@Indra.511]

I recently got over something i over thought about for more than a year every hour of the day. Ngl when i told myself to stop overthinking there was a part of myself that wanted to keep overthinking hoping for a different conclusion. But to fix it i just did... Nothing. I avoided it and with my girlfriend's help im easily coping now.

[@xXguitarsenXx]

But maybe sometimes it's useful to think things through sometimes? (It's both possible to think too much AND to not think enough!)

[@joe_zupko]

@@xXguitarsenXx I was just thinking about this recently. It seems that the things a lot of people spend time over thinking are trivial. Those same people might say you're overthinking if you're planing out a healthy diet. Hard to say exactly which one is right because I love learning how things work, which always over complicates things and can lead to a lot of overthinking hahaha

[@ahmedyassinzouaoui8257]

​@@joe_zupkoit's trap after trap but I think saying fck it is th

[@joe_zupko]

we got caveman brains, but we're living with all this crazy technology. going against your natural instincts feels really weird, but it's honestly the best option in a lot of situations @@ahmedyassinzouaoui8257

[@Mactakun]

I’ve been having a major overthinking fit today. This video was a great reminder that thinking has no effect on the future. It only causes worry and anxiety.

[@Sarahalani]

Thank you so much your comment comfort me

[@tayzonday]

My constant over-thinking ended with years of expensive psychiatric care and trying about six different medication cocktails.

[@ColeHastings]

😳 tay zonday, hope you’re doing well brother

[@Insertnameher3]

Choooclate rain

[@marcinmrzyglocki]

I was shocked to see how many people have shown an apparent underthinking, taking Chocolate Rain as a joke or meme, as it is suggested over and over in comments over there.

[@ClumpypooCP]

the chocolate rain mf is here? tf?

[@12Gauge223]

I appreciate you sharing your struggles. Saw you on Tosh many years ago.

[@holyvoltage2762]

Overthinking ends when thoughts end, when thoughts end feelings end, when feelings end, emotions end, it’s a domino effect and the thoughts don’t just go away. What happens is: you disbelieve them you simply don’t trust what they’re saying. You may not forcefully push your thoughts away as they’ll struck you even harder, you should look at them, see what they’re saying and ask yourself: “how do I know this thought is real based on FACTS not thoughts” per say: “I am not worthy of love” being a thought, ask yourself why and based up on facts you should come to the conclusion you are human as saying “oh I am not lovable because this happened in the past” is root from a thought of the past, not a fact, maybe you had no other choice or maybe you didn’t see it, always stay factual when disbelieving thoughts. Hope this kind of makes sense and helps anyone who needs it.

[@Haymakermma]

You mightve been overthinking while writing this chapter book jeez

[@holyvoltage2762]

@@Haymakermma p r o b a b l y

[@ethank.3201]

You need to watch this video again

[@gaffer2315]

Shout out to everyone who suffers with OCD, probably the most under talked about mental health disorder. If can be horrid to deal with. I had a setback today, but determined to comeback stronger. Never give up ❤

[@peaceseeker7441]

I am proud of you keep up the good work!

[@ColeHastings]

You’re a beast. Keep it up

[@gaffer2315]

@@ColeHastings thank you bro, thinking about making a vid on it. And explaining it to people. Much love ❤️

[@gaffer2315]

@@peaceseeker7441 thank u bro

[@peaceseeker7441]

@@gaffer2315 Anytime, I struggle with OCD symptoms and it is a nightmare to live through, but not impossible.

[@sleyaraze8916]

My dad over thinks and he always wanted us to be cautious of everything. Everytopic we would talk about changes into lecture. Now i constantly think about every step i take and think 10 fold

[@brody.2359]

I had thyroid cancer and I just had it surgically removed. The past few months have been hell, and I thought it was over but now I have to go through intense radioactive iodine therapy to assure that the cancer doesn’t come back. Through all this hell I’ve encountered your videos have helped me improve a significant amount and I’ve been able to cope and keep peace within myself and limiting how much I overthink. Keep making videos man, you’re doing great things for the world🌎💙

[@ColeHastings]

Very very happy to hear you’ve been battling through it. Thank you brother!

[@XI_Daisy_XI]

✨🦋💙✨🙏✨💙🦋✨

[@bigkarl6367]

Same thing happened to me. Stay strong

[@brody.2359]

@@bigkarl6367 thank you man means a lot💙

[@whatevervideos542635]

Brody you have incredible strength dealing with this day to day. Stay STRONG. I pray for your recovery.

[@justsarailol]

God helped me overcome my constant overthinking. Since I was small, I constantly thought and rethought and rethought some more about every little thing I did. I was constantly afraid no one really liked me. I believed that in every conversation I had, I had messed up somehow. It only took a little while after trusting God for that constant negative thinking to go away. These days, it's comes and goes. Anyway, I wish you all the best in your journeys. Just sharing my experience. Much love from LA ❤🎉

[@ethank.3201]

Funny thing is god didn’t do it for me. I think a feeling of nirvana/zen has helped me more than god. And I grew up with tradition/religion

[@DataDrivenActualization]

Incredible storytelling brother, one thing I will add is doing everything with a sense of love and self compassion. A lot of people take stoicism too seriously and never smile. Smiling and taking life lightly is key. We’re all going to die one day :)

[@nebiljoxxzz7516]

Yup True

[@somedudeinatunnel3102]

Agreed

[@hugster4176]

Are you sure you know what stoicism is?

[@DetectiveConan990v3]

@@hugster4176 apparently not

[@v4riab1lity77]

But then it was all for nothing. I will have died a quarter, halfway, sometime before my dreams actualize and manifest in full, and attempting from the very start will have been made pointless

[@Submersed24]

It's crazy how meditation really does feel like this. When I hit a meditative state, things make sense and I feel like I'm actually living. It's almost like being high on a drug, but you can think clearly.

[@jjdjdkdhdjfhfjdhh]

How you do that?

[@Submersed24]

@@jjdjdkdhdjfhfjdhh sit still and look at point on a wall and set a timer for like 20 minutes. Really try to stay still and not move. If you have an itch, dont scratch it and continue focusing. Eventually you feel all of the noise become super quiet and you feel this super cool vibration going through your body, similar to when you get off a lawn mower. Eye contact with people feels super deep and it makes you more aware of the physical world because it basically shuts off reverberations of thought that are lingering, and therefore your mind has more processing space to pick up on more details in the present. Binaural beats are good to listen to at a super low volume and focus your attention on the noise

[@markovuger5849]

I started meditating, and my story is just basically almost the same as the samurai's story but instead of sword fighting was mma. It really helped me in spars and in life in general.

[@uluomu]

How long did you meditate every day?

[@mxcn152]

oh shit I'm a boxer and used to meditate but recently fallen off, hope it can help me with my spars lol

[@mynamefrank6567]

@@mxcn152 course it will bro, focused on a single leaf you won't see the forest

[@Haymakermma]

Good taste in Combat Sport

[@demomash7549]

13:46 This part hit me hard Because overthinking causes you to question and analyze everything, but reality is just reality, just do the flow of specific rules of everything and not add unnecessary steps

[@kyleirvine5608]

This shit is kind of similar to what I feel all the time. I’m always anticipating the worst outcome in situations because of past experiences. It’s hell to deal with, but I just push through and do what I have to do

[@derealratos6332]

i dont think that's bad. its how you deal with those thoughts

[@ibrahimshakir1392]

This is also me . . . I also create some own stories and overthink the story too, I always find it hard to study something :((

[@properdoe3414]

@Sienna oh yes same here!😮

[@yestrech]

How are you coping now?

[@maryamlina644]

I have this habit of expecting the worse as well, but it actually helps me, cause when I expect the worst scenario I prepare myself mentally to it and I accept it before it happens, so that I never feel disappointed.

[@turo87]

This was amazing. I overthink to the point where I feel like my head is going to explode. I have a really hard time turning off my thoughts when I'm not running at the gym or sleeping. It eats at me literally at all other moments and I can't even properly enjoy my time to rest or time with other people. Problematic relationships and uncertainty in regards to anything in life are my biggest weaknesses. When I feel my insecurities explosively swarming over me I feel like I can't breathe. I will be saving this and I hope I can find more material to help rid me of this problem I've had for many years.

[@bluerose8165]

Yeah same. I am anxious (esepcially after what happend this last few months) and that leads me to overthink constantly at school, outside... I just try to ignore it everyday but it is so overwhelming that sometimes I cry on my own. It's very stressful but I'll try to meditate. Maybe you should try too.

[@ubeinhip]

Try to read this book The Power of Now. Make notes. It really helped me with overthinking and worrying. Peace !

[@waden404]

I have the same problem and i hate it. I wish u well and hope u can overcome this problem.

[@helenarichard]

Same. Toxic jobs, toxic relationships and worries about the futures cause a lot of overthinking. What helped me a lot is getting the "orange chakra" and dumb myself down a bit by leaving my head energy a lot, stop reading the news, stop caring about anything and everyone, stop reading serious books, and only focus on me anymore. Life got very peaceful. I got a lot of my mental health back, found a good partner and am on my way to finally finding a job I can hold.

[@gianellab.4953]

Yeah, same. And while I like watching videos like this, I don't think they really help. I tried therapy, meditation, mindfulness, unplugging, tai-chi. Doesn't matter what I do, my thoughts just won't stop. I guess people are on a spectrum. I'm definitely on the extremely severe overthinking side. I just got to live with it because it's not going away 😏

[@zakaryreilly]

Definitely relatable. Being in the military has definitely formed a hypervigilant mindset and it's exhausting

[@Raeofthesunflower]

Because you have to think about thinking how they want you to think before they can trust your innate intuition connected to your heart and subconscious sense of right and wrong.

[@derealratos6332]

advocate for a new division so that a specialized team can effectively train members on a personal basis to reduce civilian casualty and bloodshed idk.

[@cronix1314]

@@Raeofthesunflower men you sentence gives me overthinking

[@AbbyViralofficial]

Subscribed without any overthinking

[@swadey2.017]

😂

[@realmarkoknezevic]

Stoicism is definitely one of the best cures for overthinking imo

[@ColeHastings]

Based

[@BrandonJohnsonGameStation]

@@ColeHastings like going Ultra Instinct

[@mynamefrank6567]

Seems like Stoicism, Meditation and JIM are the 3 main components of becoming

[@K98vd04]

@@mynamefrank6567 what is JIM?

[@zaynthemane]

@@K98vd04 gym

[@beatcipher]

This also applies to those who cant forgive themselves from the past and regrets to what they should and shouldn't have done

[@supriyasen6067]

I am born overthinker. My actions, and all the decision that went wrong for me was so painful. I don't know how many timr I decided to kill myself I thought maybe this was the only solution bit I guess I am not brave for that too. So one day I came across ur channel very different content and it really helped me to clear myself. I don't know where I am still wrong but still I would love to give myself a chance and may be finally I can become something I always wanted to be. Finally thanks Cole it's really an awesome video

[@nineinchthread]

I really overthink alot and it gets painful and hard

[@redpillmatrix3046]

Read Holy Geeta by Swami Chinmayanda, It is an interpretation more focused on mental health, It helped me. Win the battle of life like Arjuna

[@ArjunVerma-wx7tf]

Don't overthink on what has happened in the past instead make peace with it no amount of mental energy will change what has really happened. Be the best version where you at right now. Acceptance is the key to our situation and life is like a rollercoaster up and down we all witness. You don't have to figure everything out at this moment give yourself some time. Overthinking is a global problem not just a problem that only rare ppl face. The past is done and will be unchanged and the future hasn't arrived yet so be in the present moment.

[@carolinagalvan4287]

I am watching this video as I am having trouble letting go of many mistakes I made as a child until before entering high school. While watching the video, I kept thinking, "Okay, what do I need to do?". The story kept playing and I expected some advice but instead, I kept my focus on the story. Toward the end of the story, my eyes filled with tears. It is very hard at least for me to not overthink, as I am trying my best to forgive myself. I can't change the past, I can't let the person I am now try and find a solution that does not need solving. I embrace my past, I must learn to heal my inner child, and parent, and guide my child self to be better for me. To anyone reading this, you are not alone. Forgive and forget. It is time to move forward, don't carry the weight of your mistakes, those mistakes have nothing to do with your present self.

[@duskendawne2239]

I don't know if I'm naturally gifted, or if I just had a good upbringing, but I sometimes feel like I 'appreciate existence' more than my peers I guess. Like what this video described: I often just sit down and appreciate little things around me. The sound of chirping birds, the smell of fresh rain, the way sunlight hits different things during the late afternoon.. I have anxiety problems, don't get me wrong. I'm really anxious about filling out papers and stuff, but deep down I know I am overthinking things, and I often just take time to rest and appreciate the world around me, and the fact I am alive to experience it. Our very assistance is a miracle. So many things had to go just right so we could be alive to experience our world, and I think that's beautiful. Every human life is beyond precious. We are all incredibly lucky to be here. Even if life is hard, and it seems like it won't get any better, you can always find happiness in the simplest things.

[@luismartinez3270]

men, i left your channel about a year ago because i was feeling guilty, i had fallen into the cycle of watching your videos and then falling right into my bad habits. your videos found me again just when i needed the most and this time they feel different, i feel different, i am beginning to feel present and powerful for the first time in god knows how long thank you, Cole.

[@ColeHastings]

You're evolving, my friend!

[@luismartinez3270]

@@ColeHastings im curious as to what chapter of berserk you're at, i coincidentally started reading it a few months ago.

[@seanundercover8229]

@@luismartinez3270 beserk the anime ?

[@luismartinez3270]

@@seanundercover8229 i was referring to the manga

[@thecrazygamer7334]

@@luismartinez3270 berserker mid

[@GrovesMOfficial]

man the timing of this video... was just overthinking lately to the point that i literally thought of giving up

[@elvisandqueen]

Don't give up, you can do it bro

[@GrovesMOfficial]

@@elvisandqueen yes i won't...

[@mambutuomalley2260]

Wait what?! You wrote that story yourself? Damn! Absolutely excellent work! Thank you so much for sharing it with us ❤

[@GHOSTRIDER4EVER]

I like how Cole put this all together as it reminds me of the inner child healing we all must do! Well done bro, and thank you.

[@fourtywater77]

Social media plays a big part in overthinking

[@sungjinwoo7948]

True

[@salvadorsabillon3909]

This is so accurate to my life situation it scares me. I'm definitely trying out meditation. Thanks Cole, this video is amazing.

[@shyaaammeneen63]

Salvador, To feel better reduce negative thoughts. Be careful what you feed your mind. Avoid comparing yourself physically or mentally with others, reduce watching negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly [psychosomatic problems]. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives relief from stress-anxiety. For a relaxed mind observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 10-15-20 minutes or more. You can sit or lie down, anywhere-anytime, neck straight and eyes closed. Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. No deep breathing. Don’t fight your thoughts. With practice the mind will relax. Keep a reminder to observe your breath sensations throughout the day and night --before sleep, when reading, at work, at home, when travelling etc with eyes open or closed. Like me make this a lifetime habit to have a better life. Best wishes--Counsellor.

[@sebastian-es8lc]

@@shyaaammeneen63 Thank you! Your beautiful comment really opened my eyes.

[@shubhammishra-en2kh]

@@shyaaammeneen63 thanks

[@ФедорВасильев-м8н]

hey, bro , have you tried? did something change?

[@Sidrasvoice]

This KZbin channel has really changed my life literally was headed into a dark place. This is so needed, someone needs to inform people in this crazy world of overstimulation, thank you for what you do 🙏🏽

[@ColeHastings]

Very happy I could help you my friend. Keep going

[@courtneyfaithmis]

My mom did this to me growing up. Anxiety inducing thoughts to keep me out of trouble or pain but it’s caused me so much mental anguish throughout my adult life so I’m working on rewriting my brain. This really helped. Thanks!

[@PianoMan-hx3ev]

💯

[@shopaholic827]

What kind of things did she say? I’m a mom and I really don’t wanna do this to my kid.

[@boxcar25]

Overthinking certainly applies to me! I have been overthinking everything. I am too the point that I am not doing things I should be doing, because I just think about those things (and analyze) instead of doing them. For the longest time I've been looking at famous quotes, watching videos and reading self-help books, and it turns out that what those things have done is take the place of action, causing in me inaction. And that is why my life is currently at a standstill. And I suspect this is the case for many others as well. We need to remind ourselves to stop thinking and start acting.

[@driphearts8035]

I struggle with thought fission. I think of one argument in my head and suddenly there are thousands of arguments shouting in my head. It's painful. This video helped me go back into a state of pure observation. Formless without the chains of language to hold me down. Good shit, man lol.

[@azfk]

To stop overthinking, is to stop thinking. That’s so simple but I’ve never heard it before. Thank you.

[@raphlvlogs271]

Overthinking is the biggest enemy of living a simple life or being a simple person

[@ashleyhynes2124]

Meditation the single most effective method to mastering not just your mental health but your life definitely worth the time to practice.

[@edvogt]

I can see that Alan Watts' book Become What You Are has greatly influenced this video Cole. You did a great job putting his ideas into a narrative format, making Zen Buddhism a little more comprehensible. Anyone who liked this video, or who is interested in eastern philosophy, I suggest you read the book, it will really change your way of thinking.

[@DorkSideObamna]

I became the story while listening to it. So peaceful.

[@MoudjibMessaoudi]

As someone who is suffering from PTSD this video helped me relax my mind

[@OceanWorrier]

Overthinking and fear have controlled so much of my life due to childhood trauma, and I hope to get to a place one day where I can just be and live

[@myNumberwhatsp]

I am in Same boath like you with additional chronic sickness

[@shweta255]

After my brother's death I have fallen into this trap. I want to live a normal life😢

[@myNumberwhatsp]

@@shweta255 what s Going with you excatly? Could you explain better

[@zekemiler2562]

I like your videos man, it really help me boost my self-worth. Lately, my life hasn't been so great due to depression, overthinking and overwhelming feelings. Now I realised that thinking too much can drain your energy and mental health. I'm tired to stay like that and I want to change my life. I'm obsessed by looking for self-improvement and trying to complicate my life by looking out for many small details as I can. In the end its not worth anything. It truly makes my life suffering. These videos can br helpful sometimes but watching too much of it won't help you if you don't practice it. It only creates anxiety and depression.

[@XKLOSANGELES]

Man this story is literally me in a new era. I feel I’ve known the answer for so long but continued to over analyze the answer resulting in me falling into the same trap of overthinking once again. Fantastic storytelling. Thank you for sharing this with the world 🙏🏼

[@Awesomemay]

I've been struggling with overthinking for a while now and it feels so urgent like i have to solve a situation or thought then and there and i have no choice but to confront it. But I'm slowly realizing that there is no obligations in life (at least thought wise) and this video really helped too :)

[@ldngroulette2888]

I suffer a lot from overthinking, everything that I can't control but is very important to me causes a lot of anxiety and panic in me. Mostly it is the fear of failure or the fear of rejection, the fear of possibly confronting people with unpleasant things. It makes me feel so weak and powerless and I hate giving meaningless people and situations so much power over my feelings as if my life depends on it. I wish every person reading this to be free from fear, panic, depression und axienty and find peace in their heart. We create fake scenarios in our heads about things that have no meaning and do not correspond to reality. We always fear the worst and put ourselves in this state, even though we realize afterwards that there was no reason to worry. Even though our brains are mean and want us to believe that it will be bad, I want to tell you that everything will be okay and that you will make it.

[@bumly7149]

This new format could really make you stand out from other self-improvement KZbinrs. Keep it up- it could make you a short-story KZbinr as well as a self-improvement one😁

[@yestrech]

I've been beating myself up with overthinking. My mind is exhausted. I know I'll be ok

[@saviourr69]

“Reality is just this” is my favorite quote

[@IzumiChenmeiru]

I've been thinking for so long nonstop that it's my default state of mind, I can't even stop my thoughts through meditation, and I can't sleep for hours on end every night even though I try so hard to not think, I've understood these concepts for a long time, but just knowing these things doesn't force my brain to gain the ability to just shut off. I wish it did, but it doesn't.

[@cutepuddleslime8201]

I'm sorry that this is the reality that you have to face 😢 And I would know, because I struggle with that and I'm diagnosed with ADHD which leads me to one big symptom of ADHD (Which I don't know if you know but still): I think its due to an overactive default network mode in the brain, which doesn't switch off when the brain goes to task positive mode. And what do you get, an endless river of thoughts that never stop even when you desperately want them to. Not to mention maladaptive daydreaming, which is a whole other can of worms but it still related to this. Or even if you don't have ADHD, maybe anxiety either way I wish to give you a light in the darkness.

[@toxictonyRS]

this was incredible. Everything from the animations to the storytelling to the insight and wisdom. Please make more videos in this style

[@bigdog55.81]

Overthinking comes from comparing yourself to another person. It's not healthy it can cause high blood pressure and stress. There is no such thing as perfection. Just put in the work and have faith in yourself and God to make the way.

[@builderbob3149]

That is possibly the most beautiful story, that I have ever heard. 🌻 Thank you for uploading this.

[@labradormcgraw]

Serious kudos for not using synthetic narration - makes all the difference.

[@KevinKurzsartdisplay]

Overthinking is just what I do. I just like to figure out how things work and make sense of my mind and the world around me and how it’s made of. Those are things I find endlessly interesting.

[@LonelyHearts.Co24]

I agree

[@orlandocagurangan]

Same if I don't think about does things or overthinking is gone didnt appear does things anymore

[@KevinKurzsartdisplay]

We’re all that, you think you. We think, your thoughts are we, think everyday!

[@Zigyasaah]

Restarted my mindfulness practice after years. It really works. Love, kindness and lack of judgement or expectations is crucial in making the practice effective.

[@barnabaspalotas626]

Thank you for sharing this story, it gave me hope again. Everybody that suffers from OCD or any mental disorder I wish you the best! We got this!

[@OrdnanceTV]

No amount of anxiety will change your future, and no amount of anxiety will change your past. Peace is found in acceptance: Accept imperfection. Accept uncertainty. Accept the absence of control.

[@theabyssenjoyer]

your best work yet, cole! i reached this very same conclusion earlier this year, after struggling with a lifetime of severe ocd. i too "became one with the sword". thank you for making this!

[@damson9470]

stop controlling how u should be or how u should act and tadah ur in control. but don't let the end goal be the goal. letting go of the control should be the goal

[@amzz7713]

Literally that I thought I would never found out who would give a clear solutions to my major problems. All thanks to you Cole from Malaysia. I know you may not see this comment but thank you thank you thank you! :D

[@khcrujxlyvlnojbuddf5147]

I felt what “overthinking might be caused by something emotions about wanting…?” in few days ago while I was in a train, but I didn’t know about there was the person who tried to overcome same kind of emotions in same country’s ancient era… It was so good for me to know about that with this vid!

[@liltimmy222]

the fact that you wrote this story is crazy💯

[@mr.darknight416]

Man overthinking is the primary cause of my insomnia. What I wouldn’t give to stop overthinking. My mind just wonders everywhere and anywhere on useless shit.

[@xochitldaugherty2045]

Overthinking causes my insomnia as well is there something that can fix it?

[@djbayr9516]

You don't know this, Cole. I found this today waking at 4 a.m. to get a 55km bicycle ride in for my training. Things happened but I got home and I realised I had gotten stronger over time to the point where I am now capable of far, far more. It just happened. Thank you for reminding me.

[@mio8192]

I am so sharing this I thank you before I would of had to type this comment over and over delete it and retype it but for some reason it’s flowing and I’m calm I have adhd so bad and anxiety and stress and overthink .. my house is a mess I procrastinate and I try to do so much and im such a people pleaser but now I feel like when I feel that way again im going to stop and listen to this🙏plus I’m 86 days without alcohol so I’m trying everything to stay busy and nourish my mind❤

[@michelleip75]

Cole Hastings as an audiobook/interactive podcast narrator, lol! 👏 The more I stop overthinking and complaining, the more bearable life becomes. My dad even said that life shouldn't just be "bearable, but enjoyable". ⭐

[@Breaklimitingbeliefs]

Theres a lot of meaning about be like water, for me it means being beautiful when calm, dangerous when angered.

[@GuruFernandez]

I instantly thought of Bruce Lee “Be like water”. Also fantastic storytelling, kept me the whole way 👍🏼

[@Tungkinhphatphap_]

"Do not worry about your future, if you do your present well, your future will blossom"

[@dismayingmist7868]

Good story telling I try to meditate while I take a walk outside when I am feeling stress or Anxious and my mind gets to flooded with Thoughts , I believe walking is a good form of meditation 🧘‍♂️

[@semajcarlson4038]

Its actually scientifically proven to be, because your mind focuses on the subconscious movements of walking.

[@dismayingmist7868]

@@semajcarlson4038 I remember watching one of Coles videos talking about walking helps relieve stress

[@djflyx1549]

I actually landed on this video after a let down with a girl and the best thing I kept was "stop trying to predict the future".Whatever is going to happen is going to happen just go with the flow,do what you believe is right at the moment.

[@eccogenesis7198]

As a ocd sufferer, over thinking is almost like breathing. It's always there. Like it feels like a huge part of my existence. And I want it to go away

[@nolesy34]

Do underwater breathing

[@eccogenesis7198]

@@nolesy34 ?

[@Breaklimitingbeliefs]

I always overthinked thinking if i should laugh a certain way or say a joke to fit in it just made me not fit in more in the group.

[@Rueysmusic]

these type of mindshifting videos are what we need cole! keep makin better lives!

[@lavishjain0605]

Overthinking is an outcome of a lack of action in most cases

[@BarryReview]

This piece of content is precious to me. I finally understand the true meaning of meditation and the way it applies to every other aspects of my life. The goal is to do the thing, not to expect the result, and welcome all the emotion we have when doing it. Let it come and go. Cuz if we do what we should do, the result, then, will obvioulsy come to me.

[@strykeplaysmcjohnpickhypix1205]

Love this style of content: life lessons through short stories! And I thought this was like a popular ancient Japanese story till you told me you made it and wow u did amazing

[@sadface6635]

Hey, I broke up with my gf today and your videos have really helped me to focus on myself and honestly I’ve never been happier and more comfortable with myself and life until now. Just wanted to say, thank you!

[@ryanoelckers4620]

This video was literally uploaded at the exact right hour of my life im gonna take it upon myself to get my shit together and put the work in instead of waiting for something good to happen for me

[@ryanoelckers4620]

Thank you cole

[@shyaaammeneen63]

@@ryanoelckers4620 To feel better reduce negative thoughts. Be careful what you feed your mind. Avoid comparing yourself physically or mentally with others, reduce watching negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly [psychosomatic problems]. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives relief from stress-anxiety. For a relaxed mind observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 10-15-20 minutes or more. You can sit or lie down, anywhere-anytime, neck straight and eyes closed. Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. No deep breathing. Don’t fight your thoughts. With practice the mind will relax. Keep a reminder to observe your breath sensations throughout the day and night --before sleep, when reading, at work, at home, when travelling etc with eyes open or closed. Like me make this a lifetime habit to have a better life. Best wishes--Counsellor.

[@Lost_Pluto]

Many people are overthinking while watching this too

[@lazylurkerbro9855]

you really made a 15 minute storytime video rambling about nothing to just say "just meditate bro"

[@cozymc3309]

Overthinking is an activity, like walking so just stop it. When you look inside yourself ,you see no cause no chaos because it's peaceful.Mind is not a thing so there's nothing to be done with it.when you do it you will find peace I learned this from Bodhiharma

[@orrhousecreative]

Cole, it's been interesting watching the media you create, I do not know the journey that brought you here but I feel that your expression toward philosophy of self and comprehension toward the world does well in capturing similar regards within my own experience, my own understandings that shape who I am and how I live, with intentionality. I appreciate how you have developed an outlet into expressing the profundity of your thoughts into the shared space of our existence, a journey I tread my own road on in kind. It is welcome to see similar minds and perspectives toward the world emerging from the increasingly complex cauldron of bubbling primordial soup that composes much of our mortal modernity, it grants me hope for the world that there are those of us who tread that path, within and out. Thank you for creating. - Liam Orr

[@MagenHall-s9r]

You always make even tough ideas feel manageable.

[@Shadowgrace760]

Why isn’t there a love button? I want to do more than like the video!

[@toyotacorolla923]

It's also known as the "join" button

[@anuragrajesh65]

I think this video just saved me from an anxiety attack

[@marzs794]

Cole thank you for this beautiful story!! 😊 there’s no moment like the present moment

[@Jonathan-vm1tc]

“Observe without judging” is such an enlightenment.

[@moxiebbx2858]

This is honestly what I needed you might have helped me more than any other person ever

[@FireJach]

it doesn't matter what video I could watch. Each day is the same day. I am trying to control it. The key is to be aware all the time and then my control will turn into a habit/personality, and then I will achieve what i want.

[@uslovebug1]

I can relate to this so much ❤ thank you so much for this story 😊

[@TimMartinez-j9u]

This also applies to those who cant forgive themselves from the past and regrets to what they should and shouldn't have done