Psychology of Overthinking (And How to Quiet Your Mind Without Trying Harder)

Psychology of Overthinking (And How to Quiet Your Mind Without Trying Harder) This video digs into the psychology of why your mind won't let go of a thought, and why trying harder to stop is usually what keeps the loop going. It covers the Zeigarnik effect, Susan Nolen-Hoeksema's research on rumination, Adrian Wells's work on why worry never has to prove it worked, and Michel Dugas and Mark Freeston's research on intolerance of uncertainty, along with three ways to quiet an overactive mind that have nothing to do with willpower. Ever caught yourself rereading a message you sent hours earlier, and still wondering how it landed? That's exactly the feeling this video is about Which of the five reasons is actually running the show for you? Tell me in the comments #Psychology #Overthinking #MentalHealth #CognitivePsychology #Anxiety #Mindfulness #SelfImprovement __ Research referenced: Zeigarnik, B. (1927) — Zeigarnik effect, unfinished tasks and memory Nolen-Hoeksema, S. (1991) — Response styles theory of rumination Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Wisco, B.E., & Lyubomirsky, S. (2008) — Rethinking Rumination Wells, A. (1995) — Metacognitive model of generalized anxiety Freeston, M.H., Rhéaume, J., Letarte, H., Dugas, M.J., & Ladouceur, R. (1994) Dugas, M.J., Gagnon, F., Ladouceur, R., & Freeston, M.H. (1998) — Intolerance of uncertainty model Borkovec, T.D., Wilkinson, L., Folensbee, R., & Lerman, C. (1983) — Stimulus control / worry postponement Watkins, E.R. (2008) — Constructive and unconstructive repetitive thought __ Disclaimer: This video is intended for educational purposes only and should not be taken as professional mental health guidance. If you're going through a difficult time, consider speaking with a qualified therapist or mental health provider.