Monday, November 14, 2011

Wellness for Peace: Tips on How To Stop Overthinking

> Envision a happy ending. Praying or meditating on a positive outcome will block confusing or negative thoughts.
> Steer clear of worry buddies, friends who tend to overthink things just as you do. Reaching out to a positive thinker will help you thinking positively, too.
> Look for distractions. When you begin over thinking, get up and change places. Studies show that a new vantage point can be enough to shake you out of a fruitless thought process.
> Keep a handwritten stop sign on your desk or bathroom mirror. Visual clues can cut-down on excessive thinking.
> Get a second opinion. You're used to going it alone, but the old adage Two heads are better than one is a good mantra for you. But decide for yourself in the end because only you knows what you want and what you need. Don't let others decide for you.