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E289 - Overthinking: How I Stopped after 10 Years (4 Steps)

E289 - Overthinking: How I Stopped after 10 Years (4 Steps)

Update: 2025-08-31
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Do you ever find yourself replaying that one conversation from three weeks ago… again?

You know, the one where you said that “wrong” thing and now your brain won’t let it go?

You’re lying in bed, exhausted but your mind is still running a marathon of “what ifs” and “why did I say thats?”

You obsess over a tiny mistake… and suddenly it feels like your whole character is on trial.

What if I told you… that relentless mental noise isn’t just overthinking.

But it might be trauma - for example from childhood.

In this video, we’re unpacking the hidden link between complex trauma and overthinking — and how to finally break free from the cycle that’s been hijacking your peace for so long.


► Links and Resources:

Hypervigilance Episode:

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Shaolin Master Shi Heng Yi on Overthinking: https://youtu.be/kgF_GqyfSMI?si=Vo1b2AdN4R9Tvoac

Overthinking Article:

https://www.talkiatry.com/blog/why-do-i-overthink-everything ⁠


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► Episode Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

01:04 Overthinking

02:30 How Overthinking Feels Like

03:42 The Hidden Root: Trauma

05:57 The Cycle Of Overthinking

08:30 How To Break The Cycle Of Overthinking

10:18 Step 1: Name It, To Tame It

10:57 Step 2: Re-Regulation Resources

12:30 Step 3: Boundaries With Your Thoughts

13:34 Step 4: Self-Containment


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► Hi, my name is Robert! I create videos about childhood trauma & attachment theory.

My content aims to help you transform trauma-driven reactions that block you, so you can embrace a life full of happiness, safe & loving relationships, and self-confidence. :)


► Disclaimer: None of the contents are therapeutic or medical recommendations. The contents are not to be understood as therapeutic-medical instructions and are neither intended as professional health advice nor as education.

I am not a health professional myself. My content is based on research and my personal experiences working with various therapists as a client for three years.

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E289 - Overthinking: How I Stopped after 10 Years (4 Steps)

E289 - Overthinking: How I Stopped after 10 Years (4 Steps)

Robert Siegers