The Perfectionism Project

Ep 374: How To Pinpoint When Thinking Turns Into Overthinking


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Overthinking is often how we get in our own way as perfectionists, especially when it comes to business. There's always something we can be overthinking in our business - that we can second-guess ourselves about and do more procrasti-learning on. Overthinking can come up in many ways and lead to us deviating from the needle movers that will grow our business.

In today's episode, I talk about why perfectionists overthink and how to pinpoint when thinking turns into overthinking. I share exactly what you need to do to notice the exact moment it happens, including a few questions to ask yourself to gain awareness around it.

You don't have to eliminate overthinking completely, but when you lessen overthinking, you'll feel more satisfied and fulfilled when you are working. And you'll get more done in less time without burning out.

Find the full episode transcript and show notes at samlaurabrown.com/episode374.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

  • The hidden reasons perfectionists overthink
  • The difference between overthinking and superthinking
  • A practical way to notice the exact moment that thinking becomes overthinking
  • Three things to do when you notice yourself overthinking

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