The function of the mind is twofold - to seek, then focus on, and to solve, problems. When it finds neither to do, it drops a level, to chatter. It is actively seeking a problem to solve, a matter to focus on. It will literally create problems because it is not being put to use for a higher purpose, or a problem that matters.

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/chasing-excellence/id1170629044?i=1000561781908

https://www.roadlesstraveled.online/post/purpose-to-focus-and-to-solve