@@DrTraceyMarks what are your thoughts or experience with clients or online viewers in regards to a female born person who has schizophrenia (almost 2yrs now, age 23) and wants to start taking testosterone to transition. I’ve found studies that state that it can cause psychosis and or aggressive & moody behavior. Please share your insight as to whether you would discourage someone w/schizophrenia from taking testosterone. Ty
Being able to differentiate the doom-spiral (overthinking) from actual real life issues to problem solve has honestly been one of the hardest things to conquer in my mental health journey. Thank you for making this video and helping me along the path to a peaceful brain
Yes me too. Some days and weeks it’s not something I’ve found I’ll ever be on top of yet other days I can differentiate. 😮🎉 I’ll praise my small steps.
Stopped overthinking, searching for symptoms diagnosis when accepted myself just the way I am, in absolutely every moment. Bipolar adhd, ptsd embraced them all. No more therapy no more shrinks. The only person that knows me best and can heal myself by loving me is … me. Love myself everyday day no matter what I feel, how I feel, constant movement helps. Singing, dancing, watching Chrismas movies, yelling, crying laughing. Feel like a kid again. Feel I can do anything as I m entitled to. Loving my life. Do not care what any person in the world thinks of me and only think about myself now and forever. Gave so much love attention help for so many people for 40 years no regrets but now I choose only myself and I feel free finally. Feel pure love I have always dreamt of. The greatest love of all. It’s easy to achieve. Learning to love yourself it is the greatest love of all.
You say learning to love yourself is easy. I also suffer from bipolar disorder, anxiety, overthinking, some form of ocd and in the last few days an existential crisis where I feel like I haven't accomplished anything worthwhile in my 40s, I'm a loner and I'm afraid of old age and loneliness and dying and that, that I've made a lot of mistakes and that I've wasted my life and I think and replay those mistakes and I can't love myself, I can't love myself the way you write and it makes me even more depressed and all night long I just have chaotic thoughts and memories flying through my head and fear of the future. And the overthinking goes into overdrive...
I was overthinking pretty much all day today and just barely snapped myself out of it before clicking on the video. I realized i was overthinking because my thoughts were not centered around anything I could actually control or change instead it was just a repetitive thought loop I could not change. What I did was do some breathing exercises and listen to music. Holding your breath as long as you can makes you focus on right now and the music helps with the inner chatter. Also had to give myself a pep talk on how I could think now. It took a solid 1-2 hours after I realized there was nothing I could do about the situation to finally snap out of that thought loop
For me overthinking doesn't just feel like problem solving, I also perceive it to to "guarding" or "protecting" myself from whatever the threat is that I am thinking about...
Maby is why I do it. I am so scared as I am very ill physical and cant stop thinking. My cortisol levels are sky high and I dont sleep most nights. Is the most scary thing I have experinced but thinking about it will maby not help me. I try to find a solution as I dont want to be this ill.
Spirituality is creating your own reality by learning from your stepping stones and raising your vibration to be your best self and achieve your mission goals in this lifetime.
actually this makes alot sense to me... i kind of live like that whithout even being aware of the tradition. it just feels natural to me... i mean most religions are more about power and control then anything else ... they lost the essence ... i think those 4 core principles are the essence and also the reason why its just healthy to choose to live by thees "values". ….. being spiritual not religeous... doing the right thing for the greater good not just for personal gain... no need to live on your knees as long you dont put those close to you down. dont be so greedy. there would be enough for all of us... but yo i guess every herd got its black sheep but the european mind is more down whith the devil, the EGO ... false light blindet by there beauty lol . ...who are the real Savages? not everything that shines is gold... the devil is a liar. no matter which shade of brown or whatever... positiv giving or Negative taking... balance just some thoughts and thnx for providing these infos. PEACE out & greetings from Germany
I've noticed this habit from when i was very young, i could think about situations for hours without stopping, and it would get to the point where i had bad anxiety from it and believed in the end that the situation was negative and the person or people were trying to insult me or they didnt like me. This habit has carried on till today and i started aknowledging it a few weeks ago where whenever there was a blank space in my day- silence and i was bored the cycle would repeat where i would analyse everything in a prior conversation and start getting nervous and bad anxiety that they hated me. If you are reading this and you relate, your not alone! Strive to better yourself and have the peace of mind to go on with your day not minding everyday interactions. PS. I had very bad social anxiety when i was younger, this habit is probably a stuck habit from that time period.
Oh my gosh. This is exactly what I have! The worst part is that even though it annoys me, I just can't get rid of it. :D I know it may sound selfish, but I'm glad more people feel that way. Your comment made me feel much better thx buddy. :)
Overthinking and rumination are the most distressing symptoms of anxiety for me. Thank you so much for this information and tips. I will most definitely put them to use ❤️🙏🏻
So, I was BORN an overthinker. It had a huge hand on learning a second language and learning to read as a toddler. Teenage years were tough because I didn't have enough to occupy my mind with and I didn't know I should direct my thoughts elsewhere. I do still have the tendency to ruminate on upsetting things. If I'm not listening to a podcast or learning something, my brain will occupy the quiet space with ruminations. I'll even talk to myself. Having awareness of what your thoughts really are is a good first step, but I've found that it did little to quiet my brain down. I need a substitution for overanalyzing thoughts.
I can totally relate to that! Unless I have something intellectually stimulating to capture my attention, my mind will ruminate on unanswerable questions. Exercise doesn't cut it though I've really tried.
The same with me, some people simply can not stop thinking. Problem with this kind of help-Videos from doctors or people who do not overthink is the fact that they do not overthink. If I am not having something to stimulate my brain i am lost because there is no substitution.
When I was a senior in High School, I got a book to study myself for the AP US Government exam, and I covered it with a paper bag. On the front, I wrote "mind over chatter". I got a 4 on the exam, but man, "mind over chatter" is a lot easier said than done. Thanks for the video, Dr. Marks.
Suprisingly, I just discovered you recently as I scanned Google to "problem solve" for answers. After watching a few of your TH-cams, my first thoughts were OMG what a wonderfully bright, attractive, intelligent and grounded woman! But, then I thought what I think about you matters little I'm sure... So just thank you!
The excersises at the end helped me stop overthinking just now, even though i still have this thought in my mind, I am actually focusing on the present now. Thank you!
Dr marks I love your videos and your tone of wisdom, your cadence and how it always feels good to hear from you and never condescending. You set a great example for this kind of video
I love your content. I started warching you years ago. You responded to one of my comments 5 years ago. I think I said my mental health ruined my relationship and I didnt know what was causing me spiral. I decided to seek a therapist. I didnt end up back with that person. He wasn't good for my mental health in the end. but I am healing a lot of abandonment wounds and doing better. Turns out I was living life with untreated ADHD.
Thank you for the book mention, as I wasnt aware you had a book out on this topic. Added to my radar. Anxiety, especially being caught in endless thought loops, is something Im no stranger to... Really difficult for others who dont experience this to understand how debilitating it truly is. Too often its seen as a weak excuse to cover for 'laziness'.
This helps a lot with what I’m going through right now. I’m starting a small business while feeling like I’m losing my support system. Journaling things out has helped me to address the feelings, work out the problem, focus on solutions, and make progress on taking accountability for my personal growth. Ultimately, that (personal growth) is the only thing I’m responsible for. Journaling in the morning while I’m having my coffee is a great strategy for setting a time limit. (I worked all this out while listening to this video, so thank you Dr. Tracey, and shout out to me for doing the work!) 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾☺️
Thank you Dr. Marks. Your videos made me realize that I almost definitely have Bipolar 2 and now I'm in the process of getting a diagnosis and resources to hopefully be able to manage my mental health a lot better going forward
Dr. Tracey I would like to thank you for your help. You may not know me personally but you and several TH-cam Drs have helped me improve my mental health. I am so grateful for all of you and may blessings be multiplied to you always. ❤
That is really helpful! Staying in this loop of over thinking has made me dizzy. Yes stuck! So getting grounded and those techniques to do so is a great start. Thank you.😊
This is really the best answer to my questions ! I'm starting a course tomorrow, I always wanna to be a youth worker, but I have past experiences with teachers and classmates, some teachers at least 2 very bad people and also I did ,not understand subjects, and have to read and answer questions in front of the class, The thought of these and also wanting to prove myself, and the great desire to be a youth worker ismy ever best dream., I have been very busy in my head that I'm so scared. thank you. This really helps!
Thank you, Dr. Tracey. Those present moment techniques and setting a timer on a problem are going to help me immediately. Trusting I’m doing my best at times has been met with accusations of overthinking and all I’ve known to say in those moments is,”I’d really like to know the right amount of thinking.”
A technique ive been doin lately involes jotting down all my decisions for a specific subject and writing pros and cons of each decision ive come up with. It helps get all your ideas on paper so you dont have to rethink them too much. Something i noticed about my decisions is that each decision often has nearly equal ratio of pros and cons, or have pros i value alot or cons i really dont want. I can sometimes combine aspects of some ideas so long as they dont contradict each other and make a more educated decision. Sometimes this oversight helps me make a decision. At the very least it reduces stress a bit for me.
My mind is spinning so fast right now that I have to rewind just to absorb what you're saying. I'm spinning around like the Tasmanian devil. I make a bigger mess just trying to clean up! I have 100 projects going at once and almost all will sit for days, weeks, month, or forever without completing them. It's exhausting! I've lost friends and family because they don't understand and see me as a lazy, crazy slob. I'm a good hearted, honest person that would help anyone without judging. I'm a better friend to have than most. I'm loyal and generous. I'm tough when provoked so a darn good person to have on your side when you need backup. And yet, nobody cares. Nobody sees how special I am. It's painful and I'm fortunate to be comfortable alone. I stay busy with a dozen art projects going at once. Good for me! 😅
Thank you for the video. I have been struggling alot lately with anxious thought (over thinking) what ifs. Sometimes its a struggle living day to day in life.
I do an extreme analysis of the problem and I solve it step by step as you explained using different solutions and logical scenarios. But because I do this a lot, I thought it was overthinking.
Sis, i very rarely leave comments - left ones in the past; sprinkled throughout your incredible videos. This particular one resonates with me. Seen it originally yesterday - jumped online to see where I could pick up this novel - lo and behold found at the local library. Couldn’t get there quick enough and grabbed the book! So stoked! Will take a deep dive into your novel. I plan on doing a reading marathon on it. 😅😂🇨🇦
I also watch videos like this a lot, though I have obsessive thoughts about specific things I’ve created in my head that should be in that specific way and when they don’t, I lose all control and all my mind
Just what I needed today. Thank you! Stuck is exactly where I’ve been. Should I? Shouldn’t I? Should I wait? Am I going bonkers? 😵💫 Will use your suggestions. 😊
Great topic! Overthinking can really drain our energy and keep us stuck in a loop of anxiety. 🌪 One effective way to combat it is to set a time limit for decision-making-this can help you focus on the present instead of spiraling into "what-ifs." Mindfulness and grounding techniques, like deep breathing or journaling, can also be super helpful for clearing your mind.
There are some good tils here. I have a few personal issues though. First, I know when I'm overthinking things and don't always confuse it with problem-solving. Also, the part about past experiences triggering the over-thinking is a problem because the past experiences may not be irrelevant, but still a very valid concern. That is usually when I struggle with over-thinking. Also, sometimes I am ruminating because I am in a depressive episode and it is triggering cognitive distortions. I do like the tip about trying to find the root of the issue though. That is one thing I think that can really help. Because even if it means I need therapy, at least I'll know what to address in the therapy session. Also, as a person with an anxious temperment, as you phrase it, I do not handle the unknown well at all and I have commitment issues because of it. So, sometimes the problem is not wanting to have to commit to something, but not seeing an alternative to that commitment.
Thank You So much for this video and the techniques you suggested. I am definitely an over thinker and I was like this video is about me! Lol!! I have subscribed to your channel and definitely going to purchase your book. Thanks again and can’t wait to read watch all your other videos. Have a wonderful day ❤
I’ve started listening to your informative videos I’m glade I did you tell so much simple but yet complicated mental issues. I lean everyday thank you for your knowledge.
Thank you for this video. It's very informative. I'm going through this and I have gone through this in the past. I am going to order your book. Thanks.
Great episode ! Never thought on the difference between overthinking and problem solving! Next time I’m in my spiral, I will ask myself the question: what am I doing? What problem do I want to solve ? If the response is none then I need to distract myself. Thanks a lot !
Overthinking literally made me lose sleep last night. I gave someone a gift and I was tossing and turning alot what if it was a bad gift? Was it too much? Was the note I wrote in the card good? Did I over do it? Was the gesture weird? Did I make them feel awkward? This is why I often feel like no one likes me. What a life living with a mind like mine..
As a person with ASD & ADHD , I overthink every day .. I do it mostly when I don't feel "safe" .. I struggle with the fear of making mistakes that could cause me More of a hassle later or a mistake that could cost me money by Not making the right choice the first time. I also pace when my overthinking is really high ..
Hey, I said that a little blunt… what I was trying to say is a suggestion or request…. Sometimes the voice get me overthinking about working and I’ve had to defend myself by reminding myself that I’m disabled, however it’s sometimes difficult to objectively explain to others
@@DrTraceyMarks I’ve been seeing a lot of videos lately about Adderall, I took Adderall for many years due to the shortage I would switched to “ADZENYS XR ODT” would you be able to do a video on that medication? I’m very confused because Adderall is a dextroamphetamine and or different salts? but adzenys it’s just amphetamine. I’m confused. So how does it all work? What does it all do?
I had a teacher told me to stop overthinking, & it's all in your head. Like he felt that my anxiety was make believe, 6 Year's later I haven't been able to leave my head since and make real progress in life feel like I'm stuck in a perpetual cycle of emotions and thoughts actions,😮💨
I think that teacher’s response lacked empathy (and sounds like sympathy, too). And they probably weren’t qualified or capable of giving actionable advice. Dr. Marks advice is much more helpful. Hopefully that teacher isn’t teaching psychology!
Overthinking and I are life long dance partners who often step on each others toes. 🌸
😀 That's a good one
Hello there is there a link between anxiety and stomach issues like pain and bloating and gerd which one starts which confusing 😢@@DrTraceyMarks
Overthinking makes mi trip on the dance floor and then just continuously stomps on me 🙃
Ha ha!!!
@@DrTraceyMarks what are your thoughts or experience with clients or online viewers in regards to a female born person who has schizophrenia (almost 2yrs now, age 23) and wants to start taking testosterone to transition. I’ve found studies that state that it can cause psychosis and or aggressive & moody behavior. Please share your insight as to whether you would discourage someone w/schizophrenia from taking testosterone.
Ty
Being able to differentiate the doom-spiral (overthinking) from actual real life issues to problem solve has honestly been one of the hardest things to conquer in my mental health journey. Thank you for making this video and helping me along the path to a peaceful brain
Yes me too. Some days and weeks it’s not something I’ve found I’ll ever be on top of yet other days I can differentiate. 😮🎉 I’ll praise my small steps.
Stopped overthinking, searching for symptoms diagnosis when accepted myself just the way I am, in absolutely every moment. Bipolar adhd, ptsd embraced them all. No more therapy no more shrinks. The only person that knows me best and can heal myself by loving me is … me. Love myself everyday day no matter what I feel, how I feel, constant movement helps. Singing, dancing, watching Chrismas movies, yelling, crying laughing. Feel like a kid again. Feel I can do anything as I m entitled to. Loving my life. Do not care what any person in the world thinks of me and only think about myself now and forever. Gave so much love attention help for so many people for 40 years no regrets but now I choose only myself and I feel free finally. Feel pure love I have always dreamt of. The greatest love of all. It’s easy to achieve. Learning to love yourself it is the greatest love of all.
You just don’t know how much you blessed me with this comment. ❤I feel the same exact way just couldn’t put it into words. thank you 😊
You say learning to love yourself is easy. I also suffer from bipolar disorder, anxiety, overthinking, some form of ocd and in the last few days an existential crisis where I feel like I haven't accomplished anything worthwhile in my 40s, I'm a loner and I'm afraid of old age and loneliness and dying and that, that I've made a lot of mistakes and that I've wasted my life and I think and replay those mistakes and I can't love myself, I can't love myself the way you write and it makes me even more depressed and all night long I just have chaotic thoughts and memories flying through my head and fear of the future. And the overthinking goes into overdrive...
I love your clear, encouraging explanations with practical ways to move forward.
Thanks a bunch! ❤️
I was overthinking pretty much all day today and just barely snapped myself out of it before clicking on the video. I realized i was overthinking because my thoughts were not centered around anything I could actually control or change instead it was just a repetitive thought loop I could not change. What I did was do some breathing exercises and listen to music. Holding your breath as long as you can makes you focus on right now and the music helps with the inner chatter. Also had to give myself a pep talk on how I could think now. It took a solid 1-2 hours after I realized there was nothing I could do about the situation to finally snap out of that thought loop
For me overthinking doesn't just feel like problem solving, I also perceive it to to "guarding" or "protecting" myself from whatever the threat is that I am thinking about...
Ditto...SO Exhausting!
Maby is why I do it. I am so scared as I am very ill physical and cant stop thinking. My cortisol levels are sky high and I dont sleep most nights.
Is the most scary thing I have experinced but thinking about it will maby not help me.
I try to find a solution as I dont want to be this ill.
Spirituality is creating your own reality by learning from your stepping stones and raising your vibration to be your best self and achieve your mission goals in this lifetime.
actually this makes alot sense to me... i kind of live like that whithout even being aware of the tradition. it just feels natural to me... i mean most religions are more about power and control
then anything else ... they lost the essence ... i think those 4 core principles are the essence and also the reason why its just healthy to choose to live by thees
"values". ….. being spiritual not religeous... doing the right thing for the greater good not just for personal gain... no need to live on your knees as long you dont put those close to you down. dont be so greedy. there would be enough for all of us... but yo i guess every herd got its black sheep but the european mind is more down whith the devil, the EGO ... false light blindet by there beauty lol .
...who are the real
Savages? not everything that shines is gold... the devil is a liar. no matter which shade of brown or whatever... positiv giving or Negative taking... balance just some thoughts and thnx for providing these infos. PEACE out & greetings from Germany
Please can someone recommend any spiritual therapist?
Please, how do I reach her?
Is she on TikTok?
Does she take spiritual consultations?
No one, in 20 years, has explained this so well!!
I've noticed this habit from when i was very young, i could think about situations for hours without stopping, and it would get to the point where i had bad anxiety from it and believed in the end that the situation was negative and the person or people were trying to insult me or they didnt like me. This habit has carried on till today and i started aknowledging it a few weeks ago where whenever there was a blank space in my day- silence and i was bored the cycle would repeat where i would analyse everything in a prior conversation and start getting nervous and bad anxiety that they hated me. If you are reading this and you relate, your not alone!
Strive to better yourself and have the peace of mind to go on with your day not minding everyday interactions.
PS. I had very bad social anxiety when i was younger, this habit is probably a stuck habit from that time period.
Oh my gosh. This is exactly what I have! The worst part is that even though it annoys me, I just can't get rid of it. :D I know it may sound selfish, but I'm glad more people feel that way. Your comment made me feel much better thx buddy. :)
I always overthink what I could do better, my family issues, private things, that I can't change
Overthinking and rumination are the most distressing symptoms of anxiety for me. Thank you so much for this information and tips. I will most definitely put them to use ❤️🙏🏻
So, I was BORN an overthinker. It had a huge hand on learning a second language and learning to read as a toddler. Teenage years were tough because I didn't have enough to occupy my mind with and I didn't know I should direct my thoughts elsewhere. I do still have the tendency to ruminate on upsetting things. If I'm not listening to a podcast or learning something, my brain will occupy the quiet space with ruminations. I'll even talk to myself. Having awareness of what your thoughts really are is a good first step, but I've found that it did little to quiet my brain down. I need a substitution for overanalyzing thoughts.
I can totally relate to that! Unless I have something intellectually stimulating to capture my attention, my mind will ruminate on unanswerable questions. Exercise doesn't cut it though I've really tried.
The same with me, some people simply can not stop thinking. Problem with this kind of help-Videos from doctors or people who do not overthink is the fact that they do not overthink. If I am not having something to stimulate my brain i am lost because there is no substitution.
When I was a senior in High School, I got a book to study myself for the AP US Government exam, and I covered it with a paper bag. On the front, I wrote "mind over chatter". I got a 4 on the exam, but man, "mind over chatter" is a lot easier said than done. Thanks for the video, Dr. Marks.
Suprisingly, I just discovered you recently as I scanned Google to "problem solve" for answers. After watching a few of your TH-cams, my first thoughts were OMG what a wonderfully bright, attractive, intelligent and grounded woman!
But, then I thought what I think about you matters little I'm sure... So just thank you!
The excersises at the end helped me stop overthinking just now, even though i still have this thought in my mind, I am actually focusing on the present now. Thank you!
Dr marks I love your videos and your tone of wisdom, your cadence and how it always feels good to hear from you and never condescending. You set a great example for this kind of video
Oh thanks so much - I appreciate hearing that.❤️
@@DrTraceyMarks You are the greatest doctor I have ever seen.
Muchísimas gracias, doctora. Lo explica todo con mucha precisión y claridad ❤
I cried watching this and thinking about when my partner would see me like that, and I couldn't explain well. Great video
Now you have the words to use if it comes up again. ❤️
@@DrTraceyMarks I don't know if she will come back, I hope I will get the chance now I know better :)
Thanks for helping me aware of my situation and also helping me regain the lift back
I love your content. I started warching you years ago. You responded to one of my comments 5 years ago. I think I said my mental health ruined my relationship and I didnt know what was causing me spiral. I decided to seek a therapist. I didnt end up back with that person. He wasn't good for my mental health in the end. but I am healing a lot of abandonment wounds and doing better. Turns out I was living life with untreated ADHD.
Thank you for the book mention, as I wasnt aware you had a book out on this topic. Added to my radar. Anxiety, especially being caught in endless thought loops, is something Im no stranger to... Really difficult for others who dont experience this to understand how debilitating it truly is. Too often its seen as a weak excuse to cover for 'laziness'.
This helps a lot with what I’m going through right now. I’m starting a small business while feeling like I’m losing my support system. Journaling things out has helped me to address the feelings, work out the problem, focus on solutions, and make progress on taking accountability for my personal growth. Ultimately, that (personal growth) is the only thing I’m responsible for. Journaling in the morning while I’m having my coffee is a great strategy for setting a time limit. (I worked all this out while listening to this video, so thank you Dr. Tracey, and shout out to me for doing the work!) 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾☺️
Dr. Tracey. Im amazed! I’m so grateful. You know HOW to explain this which makes ALLLLLLLLLL the difference to me. God bless you.
Dr.! Get outta of my head!!! I feel like this at times..ur awesome 🤩
Thank you Dr. Marks. Your videos made me realize that I almost definitely have Bipolar 2 and now I'm in the process of getting a diagnosis and resources to hopefully be able to manage my mental health a lot better going forward
Thanks!
You bet!
This video is a blessing today since I’ve been in a bad way these past few days with a bout of overthinking. 😢❤
Dr. Tracey I would like to thank you for your help. You may not know me personally but you and several TH-cam Drs have helped me improve my mental health. I am so grateful for all of you and may blessings be multiplied to you always. ❤
to @Dr Tracy Marks .I cannot thank you enough for the difference you make in my life
That is really helpful! Staying in this loop of over thinking has made me dizzy.
Yes stuck! So getting grounded and those techniques to do so is a great start. Thank you.😊
This is really the best answer to my questions ! I'm starting a course tomorrow, I always wanna to be a youth worker, but I have past experiences with teachers and classmates, some teachers at least 2 very bad people and also I did ,not understand subjects, and have to read and answer questions in front of the class, The thought of these and also wanting to prove myself, and the great desire to be a youth worker ismy ever best dream., I have been very busy in my head that I'm so scared.
thank you. This really helps!
My over thinking takes over, it doesn't stop plus is scaring myself knowing I may lose her
Thank you, Dr. Tracey. Those present moment techniques and setting a timer on a problem are going to help me immediately. Trusting I’m doing my best at times has been met with accusations of overthinking and all I’ve known to say in those moments is,”I’d really like to know the right amount of thinking.”
A technique ive been doin lately involes jotting down all my decisions for a specific subject and writing pros and cons of each decision ive come up with. It helps get all your ideas on paper so you dont have to rethink them too much.
Something i noticed about my decisions is that each decision often has nearly equal ratio of pros and cons, or have pros i value alot or cons i really dont want. I can sometimes combine aspects of some ideas so long as they dont contradict each other and make a more educated decision.
Sometimes this oversight helps me make a decision. At the very least it reduces stress a bit for me.
Greetings from Venezuela, South America. 🇻🇪👋
My mind is spinning so fast right now that I have to rewind just to absorb what you're saying. I'm spinning around like the Tasmanian devil. I make a bigger mess just trying to clean up! I have 100 projects going at once and almost all will sit for days, weeks, month, or forever without completing them. It's exhausting! I've lost friends and family because they don't understand and see me as a lazy, crazy slob. I'm a good hearted, honest person that would help anyone without judging. I'm a better friend to have than most. I'm loyal and generous. I'm tough when provoked so a darn good person to have on your side when you need backup. And yet, nobody cares. Nobody sees how special I am. It's painful and I'm fortunate to be comfortable alone. I stay busy with a dozen art projects going at once. Good for me! 😅
Thank you for the video. I have been struggling alot lately with anxious thought (over thinking) what ifs. Sometimes its a struggle living day to day in life.
I do an extreme analysis of the problem and I solve it step by step as you explained using different solutions and logical scenarios. But because I do this a lot, I thought it was overthinking.
Thank you so much! I appreciated the steps to help me control and/or stop overthinking. Thank you again. 😊
I believe overthinking goes further than that though...based on other mental issues.
God bless you Dr. Marks, it’s been rough and your videos have been helpful
Sis, i very rarely leave comments - left ones in the past; sprinkled throughout your incredible videos. This particular one resonates with me. Seen it originally yesterday - jumped online to see where I could pick up this novel - lo and behold found at the local library. Couldn’t get there quick enough and grabbed the book! So stoked! Will take a deep dive into your novel. I plan on doing a reading marathon on it. 😅😂🇨🇦
Thank you so much Dr. Marks. Enlightening as usual. But now i think i have every mental illness!
I also watch videos like this a lot, though I have obsessive thoughts about specific things I’ve created in my head that should be in that specific way and when they don’t, I lose all control and all my mind
Just what I needed today. Thank you! Stuck is exactly where I’ve been. Should I? Shouldn’t I? Should I wait? Am I going bonkers? 😵💫 Will use your suggestions. 😊
Just wanted to say your thumbnails are always good. Also thanks for the work you do for the world 🙏
Thanks so much!❤️😊
Well done Dr. Marks- sooo helpful!!! Thank you!!!
Great topic! Overthinking can really drain our energy and keep us stuck in a loop of anxiety. 🌪 One effective way to combat it is to set a time limit for decision-making-this can help you focus on the present instead of spiraling into "what-ifs." Mindfulness and grounding techniques, like deep breathing or journaling, can also be super helpful for clearing your mind.
I appreciate this information. I've always been hard on myself and been in this vicious cycle. Helpful
There are some good tils here. I have a few personal issues though. First, I know when I'm overthinking things and don't always confuse it with problem-solving. Also, the part about past experiences triggering the over-thinking is a problem because the past experiences may not be irrelevant, but still a very valid concern. That is usually when I struggle with over-thinking. Also, sometimes I am ruminating because I am in a depressive episode and it is triggering cognitive distortions. I do like the tip about trying to find the root of the issue though. That is one thing I think that can really help. Because even if it means I need therapy, at least I'll know what to address in the therapy session. Also, as a person with an anxious temperment, as you phrase it, I do not handle the unknown well at all and I have commitment issues because of it. So, sometimes the problem is not wanting to have to commit to something, but not seeing an alternative to that commitment.
Thank You So much for this video and the techniques you suggested. I am definitely an over thinker and I was like this video is about me! Lol!! I have subscribed to your channel and definitely going to purchase your book. Thanks again and can’t wait to read watch all your other videos. Have a wonderful day ❤
I needed to see this because I am a victim to this
Thank you for taking the time to make such an excellent video. 👍
Dr. Tracey thank you for your wisdom. It seams you have right topics at a right time.
I’ve started listening to your informative videos I’m glade I did you tell so much simple but yet complicated mental issues. I lean everyday thank you for your knowledge.
Thank you for this video. It's very informative. I'm going through this and I have gone through this in the past. I am going to order your book. Thanks.
You're welcome, I'm so glad it was helpful. Thanks for getting the book. It has a lot of good stuff in there (IMHO 😊)
Great episode ! Never thought on the difference between overthinking and problem solving!
Next time I’m in my spiral, I will ask myself the question: what am I doing? What problem do I want to solve ? If the response is none then I need to distract myself.
Thanks a lot !
Overthinking literally made me lose sleep last night. I gave someone a gift and I was tossing and turning alot what if it was a bad gift? Was it too much? Was the note I wrote in the card good? Did I over do it? Was the gesture weird? Did I make them feel awkward? This is why I often feel like no one likes me. What a life living with a mind like mine..
I very much appreciate you making these
As a person with ASD & ADHD , I overthink every day .. I do it mostly when I don't feel "safe" .. I struggle with the fear of making mistakes that could cause me More of a hassle later or a mistake that could cost me money by Not making the right choice the first time. I also pace when my overthinking is really high ..
thank you dr marks, i needed this today
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Thank you Dr. Marks. The techniqus seem to quite helpful. I need to practice and apply them .
Thank you!
Hey, I said that a little blunt… what I was trying to say is a suggestion or request…. Sometimes the voice get me overthinking about working and I’ve had to defend myself by reminding myself that I’m disabled, however it’s sometimes difficult to objectively explain to others
Thank you, Dr. Marks, for providing such valuable, high quality content. You are making a difference in the world!
Oh you already know I'm buying your book! Thanks for all the great work you do doc!
This video is so helpful!❤
Thank you. Very informative and much needed at this present time.
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Thank you for this 💕
Thank you Dr Marks
Ok I have uncertainly intolerance absolutely. Oh my. I must google and overcome this. ❤
Now I feel like I’m over thinking how to stop over thinking
So helpful thank you 🙏🏾
This video is perfect timing
Thanks for all the good grounding exercises
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I overthink about overthinking!
Hello Dr. Marks, thank you for such an informative video.
i love your videos! thanks for being awesome!
Great advice thanks
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I love you and know what your going through 🤟🏾
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Another great and informative video
Well said, Doc
Amazing video! Thank you
Thank you for your guidance I will buy you a book...
Thank you very much
Going to break the cycle like Jinx.
I agree with all of this
Thank you for helping
Thank you so much this video helped me extremely
Glad it helped! 👍🏽
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appreciate your content 🙏🏾
Thank you
I had a teacher told me to stop overthinking, & it's all in your head. Like he felt that my anxiety was make believe, 6 Year's later I haven't been able to leave my head since and make real progress in life feel like I'm stuck in a perpetual cycle of emotions and thoughts actions,😮💨
I think that teacher’s response lacked empathy (and sounds like sympathy, too). And they probably weren’t qualified or capable of giving actionable advice. Dr. Marks advice is much more helpful. Hopefully that teacher isn’t teaching psychology!
Solution to my problems of Overthinking is getting my memory and connection and focus issues fixed and with that I be better off
I feel like I'm living in Analysis Paralysis.
Same here..
Me too! What a GREAT description 😀
Great video. Is overthinking the same as ruminating?
This is really helpful, thank you