The difference between harmful and helpful overthinking is intention. If your thoughts aim to control, they’re bound to create chaos. If they aim to understand, they create clarity. People who use ...

Overthinking is a maladaptive strategy to deal with anxiety. You overanalyze an issue to the point where it’s unhelpful and may even be harmful, says Shelly Smith-Acuña, PhD, professor, and dean of ...

You’ve been there: you get into bed at night, start thinking about your next work task, and soon find yourself analyzing the ...

Distinguishing intuition from overthinking is crucial for navigating life with clarity. Intuition offers calm, present-focused guidance, while overthinking stems from fear, creating chaotic, ...