what do you do when you are overthinking? I'm in such an unhealthy place right now with it and I can't get it to stop :'(
Aww Anon, I’m sorry. : ( I overthink a lot more than I should. I think knowing that it’s something you do is half the battle. Here are the steps I take when I find myself thinking too much:
1. Realize I’m probably overthinking.
2. Take a step back form the situation, remove myself to another room or go outside or put my phone down. Getting fresh air can do wonders for clarity.
3. Rationalize the situation. If I find I did something wrong, try to apologize. If I rationally find I didn’t do anything I could consider wrong, remind myself that that’s probably paranoia talking.
4. Remind myself that people think way less about me than I think they do. I think that’s true for almost everyone, unless you’re a big celebrity haha. Most people probably aren’t thinking about you all the time.
That’s in a social situation. If I’m overthinking my art, I will work on a personal piece that is special to me and only me. Something that reminds me why I love art. That helps ground me and keep me from spiraling into the “oh no I know nothing about art and I never will and I’ll never be good because….” abyss. It’s easy to get caught there if you’re not vigilant.
Anyway, I hope this helps with whatever situation you’re in at the moment and I hope you can find your way out soon : )