Psychology: People who are prone to anxiety have a not-so-healthy habit

Action is the Antidote to Overthinking

The biggest problem with overthinking is that it makes us feel paralyzed. When we focus too much on the possible outcomes or mistakes, we get stuck. But the moment you take action, that anxiety starts to fade.

Here’s why: your brain is designed for action, not endless rumination. Harvard psychologist Daniel Gilbert once said, “Those who overthink typically do less.” Overthinking makes us feel powerless. But when we take small, concrete steps, we feel a sense of control.