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RE: Feelings - HTHT | Emotional Chaos

in #life7 years ago

I am a big time over thinker. To the point where, when I was young, I actually scripted out entire conversations. Not just my part, but the other person's responses as well. I basically froze myself out of engaging with people because I already knew the whole conversation, and it never ended well for me.

At 43, I still overthink a lot, though not to that level. But the mind fills with what if questions, and you start wandering paths you have no need to concern yourself with. But the mind doesn't care, it just keeps going.

These are some really great pointers in getting out of your own head. Although what works for one person rarely works for all people. But it is a great place to start.

Great post @soldier, thanks for sharing!!

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I know, these listings wont help everybody which is actually really sad. I would love to have a solution for everyone out there but I dont! I believe unplugging yourself from technology and just take a few moments to focus on your breathing will help you a lot with overthinking

It's somewhat sad I suppose. But it is not your job to fix the whole world. Certainly not to do it in a few posts on Steem.

What you offer is helpful and encouraging, which is well received and needed in an environment that can be as cruel and uncaring as the internet.

I apologise if my remark came across as blameful of you for not having all of the answers. That was not at all the intent.

Everyone has to find their own way out of their own minds. We can offer each other tools, but it is up to the individual to find the tool that works best for them.

And yes, breathing is immensely important. Taking ten seconds to just focus on the in and out can help find a calm place before one gets too worked up.

Thanks, as always, for your thoughtful posts!