Overthinking makes us inefficient because we create a series of non-existent problems in our mind that needs to be dealt with.

We overthink when things don’t go the way we want or want things to go a certain way. One thought leads to another, and the mind finds one problem after another. We lose the present moment of life and fear what's coming ahead.

To manage to overthink, identify what’s bothering you. List possible solutions and select the one most appropriate. Calm down and relax your mind by praying and meditating. Above all, keep your trust and accept that things won't always go how you want.

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