Those cluttered thoughts can also make it difficult to enjoy the moment.

Maybe youre having dinner with a friend and all you could think about is your to-do list.

Or perhaps it takes 30 minutes to send an email because you keep questioning how to word each sentence.

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There are several reasons why our brains feel cluttered sometimes.

Depression can cause us toruminateon the past.

Anxiety can cause you to worry about the future.

Traumatic experiences can cause youto always be on the lookout for danger.

But a diagnosable mental health condition isnt always the culprit.

Having a stressful life or a busy day can also lead to repetitive and unhelpful thoughts.

Regardless of the reason, its tough to feelmentally strongwhen your brain is filled with thoughts that arent helpful.

In this episode of The Verywell Mind Podcast, I share three strategies that candeclutter your mindtoday.

Theyre simple but effective strategies it’s possible for you to start implementing right now.

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