Over Thinking
“We
cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.”
~ Albert
Einstein
Over thinking is something we all do as a way to protect ourselves
against making mistakes. This thought pattern can cause us to worry about
things that have happened in the past, second-guessing important decisions and
cause us to be highly stressed. Rehashing one’s
decisions may prevent us from making progress and weaken our resolve long term.
Learn how to control your reevaluation habits to become more confident and to
accept what has been decided.
Sometimes we tend to recheck our thoughts and decisions without
knowing we are doing it. Acknowledging when and how we do this is the first
step in realizing these thoughts aren’t productive and won’t lead to positive
actions. Re-examining decisions too often restrains you from doing your best.
Over thinking about events that have happened in the past or are
going to happen in the future won’t allow you to live in the present. Instead
of over thinking something you have made a decision about, train your brain to
find solutions to that problem and then put those thoughts to rest. Try keeping
a list of solutions or strategies you can use to focus on situations you can
control.
Changing what you are physically engaging in can also help
alleviate this habit. Exercising on a daily basis, reading a book, or watching
a video on a different subject can be a great distraction and allow you to
clear your mind.
Just like any other skill, it takes time and dedication to
improve. Don’t let over thinking take over your time and energy. Learn how to
develop mental discipline to stop over thinking and have a more productive and
peaceful thought process.
Chairman/CEO
Vistage Florida
better leaders ● decisions ● results
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