Overcome Overthinking

Overcome Overthinking

36mGeneral2021-11-22

Authors

Melody Wilding

Melody Wilding

Author, Speaker, and Executive Coach

Course details

While the act of overthinking usually feels like work, it's more often the opposite. The more we delay action to get tangled in our own thoughts, the farther we get from our goals. In this course, explore tools, strategies, and activities that can help you stop the cycle of overthinking to start feeling happier and more productive.

Melody Wilding, the author of Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work, goes over the most common types of overthinking and details how to tell the difference between deep thought and overthinking. She shares techniques for creating psychological distance from your thoughts and reframing how you look at situations. Plus, get tips for avoiding common pitfalls, including how to avoid overthinking when you're under pressure.

Skills covered

Well-Being and Self-CarePersonal DevelopmentLimited SeriesProfessional Development

Concepts

Introduction

  • Let go of overthinking
  • Write down your why

Am I Overthinking

  • Identify types of overthinking
  • Differentiate deep thought from overthinking
  • Practice self-awareness

Change Your Inner Dialogue

  • Create psychological distance
  • Practice reframing

Make Better Decisions Faster

  • Identify your key decision criteria
  • Create constraints and accountability
  • Listen to your gut

Avoid Common Pitfalls

  • Handle fear with confidence
  • Take feedback seriously, not personally
  • Manage your energy

Conclusion

  • Take imperfect action
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