Health

(Video) ‘Overthinking’ Problem? Overcome It With These 6 Simple Steps!

The classic overthinking definition is to think about something too much or for too long. While it is human nature to think things through when evaluating a certain situation, it becomes overthinking when you cannot get out of your own head. It happens to all of us at some point in our lives, we all experience events that cause us worry or stress.

Overthinking is also often associated with mental health issues like depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and borderline personality disorder. That is why it is actually very dangerous for many people in this whole wide world to keep on being in an overthinking state of mind. These are 6 simple steps to overcome overthinking that you can try.

@zetinoraniMacam mana awak kawal/stopkn awak punya Overthingking? Jom share ##tiktokmalaysia ##gurutiktok ##venomchallenge ##gurumalaysia ##MotivasiDiri♬ Pieces (Solo Piano Version) – Danilo Stankovic

The 6 simple steps that could help overcome overthinking are:

  1. Do not be alone by yourself.
  2. Make yourself busy.
  3. Train yourself to always be grateful.
  4. Take a deep breath every time you are experiencing overthinking.
  5. Practice meditation and also relaxation.
  6. Change your own mindset from negative to positive.

Overthinking can lead to a ‘mental rut’ and can also cause you to get stuck, and run out of ideas, or even produced new solutions for your problems. While some overthinking can lead to some fresh, new ideas, it can also backfire, creating mental roadblocks that make it challenging to think in novel ways.

Sources: TikTok Zeti Norani.

Adib Mohd

Recent Posts

When Creativity Meets Comfort: LEGO® and IKEA Malaysia Reimagine Home Decor

When Creativity Meets Comfort: LEGO® and IKEA Malaysia Reimagine Home Decor With its latest collection… Read More

2 days ago

TCL Malaysia Opens First-Ever Brand Store at Sunway Pyramid by Vivid Concepts

TCL, a global leading consumer electronics brand, officially launched its first-ever TCL Brand Store in… Read More

2 days ago

New AwAS Speed Cameras Are Everywhere in Malaysia, Here’s the Full List

Heads up, Malaysian drivers! If you’ve been putting the pedal to the metal on highways… Read More

2 days ago

Zizan Razak Is Now G-SHOCK Malaysia’s First-Ever Brand Ambassador And It Just Makes Sense

From comedy king to watch icon, Zizan Razak has just landed a major new role… Read More

6 days ago

Honouring the Everyday Athlete: ASICS Shares Stories at the Ladies Pickleball Special

On 24 May, ASICS Malaysia’s Ladies Pickleball Special 2025 saw a celebration of strength, laughter… Read More

6 days ago

Pavilion Bukit Jalil Hosts “All Play All Day” to Mark Mattel’s 80th Anniversary

This school holiday, Pavilion Bukit Jalil is turning up the fun with Mattel’s 80th anniversary… Read More

6 days ago

This website uses cookies.