Key points

Thinking too much is a universal symptom of distress. Paradoxically, it also makes us feel more stressed.

There's a simple three-step method for stepping out of rumination. It's effective, but it takes practice.

Mindfulness-based strategies can us shift out of rumination while creating space for new solutions to emerge.

Making space for the feelings driving us to ruminate, such as fear or grief, can lessen the urge to overthink.

Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night, unable to sleep because you’re worrying about a problem at work, or in your relationship, or in any other part of your life? Try as you might, you can’t quiet your mind enough to fall asleep. Or maybe you’ve been at work or school but felt unable to focus because your mind is thinking endlessly ab

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