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5 Tips To Stop Overthinking

People who overthink can be paralyzed by their worries and may struggle to make decisions or take action.

Hilary WeissmanMera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Written by Hilary Weissman | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Updated on October 31, 2024
Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP | October 31, 2024

It’s relatively common to struggle with overthinking. You might find yourself ruminating over insignificant details or being hyper-focused on how to reach the best outcome. This can make it difficult to make decisions, stick to them, and take action. In this video, learn tips to stop overthinking.

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Hilary Weissman
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Hilary Weissman has been a health writer for the past 6 years. She was a senior copywriter at WW (Weight Watchers) before joining GoodRx and was also a copy editor in S&P Global’s structured finance ratings group for 3 years prior.
Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to practicing medicine, she worked as a management consultant.

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