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Smarter in 5 Minutes: Why Overthinking Feels Necessary (and How to Calm It)

Smarter in 5 Minutes: Why Overthinking Feels Necessary (and How to Calm It)

Update: 2025-10-20
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Overthinking feels like preparation. Like if you just keep analyzing, replaying, or worrying, you'll eventually find the "right" answer.

But here's the truth: overthinking is your brain's way of avoiding uncertainty. It feels safe, but it keeps you stuck in a loop that drains energy without creating progress.

In this week's Smarter in 5 Minutes, I'm breaking down why your brain convinces you overthinking is helpful—and the simple shift that actually creates momentum.

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Smarter in 5 Minutes: Why Overthinking Feels Necessary (and How to Calm It)

Smarter in 5 Minutes: Why Overthinking Feels Necessary (and How to Calm It)

Dawn Goldberg, CPA