"Worrying does not take away tomorrow’s troubles, it takes away today’s peace." – Randy Armstrong
"You cannot control everything that happens to you, but you can control how you respond." – Roy T. Bennett
"Do not anticipate trouble or worry about what may never happen. Keep in the sunlight." – Benjamin Franklin
"Nothing can bring you peace but yourself." – Ralph Waldo Emerson
"You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you." – Dan Millman
"Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you." – Anne Lamott
"Tension is who you think you should be. Relaxation is who you are." – Chinese Proverb
"Ships don’t sink because of the water around them; they sink because of the water that gets in them. Don’t let what’s happening around you get inside and weigh you down." – Unknown
"Your mind is your best friend and your worst enemy. Choose wisely which side you listen to." – Unknown
What to do when you are overthinking
1. Shift Your Focus
- Engage in a physical activity like a walk, exercise, or deep breathing.
- Listen to calming music or an audiobook.
- Do something creative, like drawing or writing.
2. Take Action
- If your thoughts are about a problem, write down possible solutions.
- Set a small, immediate goal and work on it.
3. Challenge Your Thoughts
- Ask yourself: Is this thought helpful?
- Remind yourself that not every thought needs deep analysis.
4. Set a Time Limit for Thinking
- Give yourself 5-10 minutes to think about the issue, then move on.
5. Practice Mindfulness
- Focus on the present moment instead of "what-ifs."
- Try meditation or guided breathing exercises.
6. Talk to Someone
- Sometimes, expressing your thoughts to a trusted person helps gain clarity.
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