Feelings ofshameor regret can result. It can be helpful to reflect on a past situationwhat worked and what you would do differently next time. On the other hand, overthinking is damaging and can result insadness or depression. Anthony Harvie / Getty Images It can make you feel anxious and lower your confidence in your ability to navigate the world. It can also make you less social because you are self-conscious about what you say and do....
Hes written seven books, including his newest one called Soundtracks. Hes also the host of a podcast called, All It Takes Is a Goal. Hes a popular motivational speaker and hes got a great sense of humor. Verywell / Julie Bang Why Jon Acuff Is Mentally Strong Jons new book, Soundtracks, is aboutoverthinking. He acknowledges that hes a work in progress and he offers actionable advice for his readers and listeners....
Are you a people-pleaser? This article covers the traits, causes, and negative impact being a people-pleaser can have. Click below to listen now. Verywell / Nez Riaz A people-pleaser is a person who puts others needs ahead of their own. This behavior can be a symptom of a mental health condition. They are also generallyempathetic, thoughtful, and caring. So what is the root cause of people-pleasing? A person might genuinely want to see to it that other people have the help that they need....
The problem is that this relentless pressure can seriously affect our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The good news is that you don’t have to keep living that way. The trick is to recognize the difference between being a high achiever and a perfectionist. electravk / Getty Images Perfectionism is often more a form of self-sabotage than an asset. When it comes to stress, “do your best” is better than “be perfect....
Mistakes arent necessarily bad. They can be great learning opportunities. But, the truth is, we dont always learn from our mistakes. Verywell / Julie Bang In fact, we often repeat the same mistakes. When you repeat a mistake, you might be tempted to draw inaccurate conclusions about yourself. You might think you lack willpower or you might start to believe youre incapable of change. Ultimately, your mistakes may cause you to stop trying toreach your goals....
In many of his acting roles, Ethan was morbidly obese. Butfood wasnt his only addiction. He struggled withaddiction to drugs and alcohol as well. Verywell / Julie Bang He went to rehab and lost hundreds of pounds and took control of his health. Why Ethan Suplee Is Mentally Strong Ethan is honest about the struggles he continues to have. Despite the changes hes made to his behavior, he still struggles withnegative self-talk....
For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database. Quitting Cold Turkey This approach involves simply stopping the use of the drug. For instance, it can be an effective way to stop your habit and get a fresh start. Verywell / Alex Dos Diaz People who doubt their ability to reduce their marijuana use gradually may find this method more effective. To quit smoking marijuana, you’re gonna wanna choose an approach that works for you....
Alcohol decreases the ability to resist theurge to smoke,so for many, drinking triggers smoking. Despite the challenges, youcanquit successfully. Simply being around cigarettes can make restraint a challenge. altrendo images / Stockbyte / Getty Images Planning your responses in such situations can be helpful. Understanding Nicotine Addiction Nicotine addictionhas two components: physical addiction and psychological dependence. For many people, it is the psychological dependence of smoking that ties them most strongly to nicotine addiction....
Smoking might seem likean enjoyable pastimebecause you associate it with comfort, entertainment, and companionship. At the same time, you might relate smoking cessation to feelings of pain, misery, and sacrifice. These opposing feelings are reinforced on a subconscious level, below the surface of your thoughts. Oliver Helbig / EyeEm / Getty Images These conflicting ideas can lead to unhealthy and inaccurate beliefs that make it muchmore difficult to quit. At a Glance Thinking about smoking can often trigger cravings....
However, if you find yourself watching it excessively, this might signify that you have a porn addiction. Read on to learn more about these strategies and others below. Recognizing a porn addiction is tricky as theres no official diagnosis for it. Verywell / Alison Czinkota However, there is enough research to point to people having real struggles with porn. Like with any addiction, if porn addiction is ignored, it can havenegative consequences....
6 Strategies That Can Help Reduce Excess Worry JGI / Tom Grill / Getty Images Are you worried? People diagnosed with ananxiety disorder, including panic disorder, often struggle with chronic worrying. Frequent worrying may seem irrational to outsiders. JGI / Tom Grill / Getty Images It can also impact you emotionally and mentally, contributing to your symptoms of panic and anxiety. Considering how disruptive worrying can be, you may be wondering how you might stop worrying so much....
Verywell / Laura Porter Its normal to worry from time to time. Given life’s many unknowns and challenges, worry is a natural response to many situations. Click below to listen now. Trying not to think about someone often makes it loom even larger in your mind. Instead of denying your thoughts, acknowledge them.Accept that these worries are realwithout judging or trying to change them. This doesn’t mean that you’re giving up or resigning yourself to a life of worry....
Such symptoms can be distressing and disruptive. In some cases, constant anxiety or worry may be a sign of ananxiety disorder. However, worry is just one aspect of anxiety. urbazon / Getty Images Worry can make it difficult to unwind and relax, even contributing to sleep disturbances, such as insomnia. Mindful Moment Need a breather? Constant anxiety that seems to occur without any specific source may be a sign of generalized anxiety disorder....
