Focus on the present moment and acknowledge your thoughts without judgment. When you find yourself overthinking, take a step back and refocus your attention on your breath or your surroundings.
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Overthinking is a normal part of the human experience and can be helpful in some situations. Remember, taking care of your mental health is a sign of strength and can lead to a happier, more fulfilling life.
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Mindfulness is paying attention on purpose ... and non-judgmentally, to the unfolding of experience moment to moment.
By learning to observe your thoughts and feelings without judgment, you can increase your awareness of them with more clarity.
Practitioners of mindful meditation focus their attention on only one thought. The goal is to be firmly affixed to the present moment. This typically means concentrating on the breath - observing each inhalation and exhalation - and without consideration to other thoughts.
It can help you to increase your ability to regulate emotions, decrease stress, anxiety and depression.
It can also help you to focus your attention, as well as to observe your thoughts and feelings without judgment.
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