Life
Need a daily dose of life advice, specifically tailored for overthinkers? On this page, you'll find the best life advice to make your life as an overthinker easier.
How do you live more in the present as an overthinker?
Overthinkers can be prone to constantly shifting through different mindsets. A certain image, activity or even a scent throws you off and reminds you of something that happened in the past, a so-called deja vu moment. Or the opposite happens when you’re in the middle of something, and you can only think of all the other things you still have to do, or you can’t stop thinking about the life you want to live in a few years. Finding the right balance between living in the moment, reflecting on the past and looking forward to the future can be difficult. In this article, I advise you on how to live…
How do you worry less about money?
As an overthinker, I know how difficult it can be to worry less. I often found myself worrying at the start or the end of the month, even if I had enough money to make it through the month, and could even save money. Even if you’re not in financial peril, you can still have anxiety about your finances. In this article, I will share my best advice on how to worry less about money. Have a budget, but don’t micromanage It’s always a good idea to have a general idea of how much money comes in and how much money goes out. In most banking apps, you can see…
How do you not feel lonely when you live alone?
When I moved out of my parent’s house, I thought living alone would be great. No more queueing for the bathroom, choosing what I have for dinner every evening, coming home whenever I want to. Even though I have always valued my alone time and need it to energize, I was surprised to feel lonely. In this article, I share my best advice on not feeling lonely when you live alone. Tip 1: Make your home feel like home When I moved out, I was still a student and didn’t have an endless budget to buy fancy furniture or kitchen appliances. Still, you don’t need a well-stocked bank account to…
How to be more kind to yourself and others
As an overthinker, it can be tempting to overthink your actions and those of others continuously. I have read the advice many times to be more kind to yourself, but how does that work exactly? How do you practice kindness? In this article, I will give practical advice on how to be more kind to yourself and others. Acknowledge the good things you do When I talked to a therapist once, they said that I might have low self-esteem. My first thought was: why? Me? I don’t have low self-esteem! I can say no to people, I don’t cry myself to sleep every night, and I can be a bit…
What to do if you don’t have any big dreams in life?
When we’re young, we often have big dreams as children. I still have an old friendship book from primary school, one of the questions was what your dream was for the future. Every kid had a dream back then, they wanted to become a firefighter, a pilot, a nurse or a mother. I wanted to become a writer. But as I got older, I realized that the big dreams that I used to have, I don’t have any longer. Adult life is much less exciting than I thought it would be, and all the freedoms you have as an adult also bring many responsibilities. In this article, I will advise…
How to balance your time when you’re an introvert
As an introvert, I know all about the struggles of balancing your energy. At work, school or almost anywhere else, the world seems dominated by extroverts who thrive in busy, loud, competitive environments. As an introvert, it’s not that I don’t like showing interest in others or spending time with friends and family, it’s just that it takes a lot of energy for me. When I have to balance my time with work, school, taking care of the house, sports and keeping in touch with my social circle, it can be quite taxing. In this article, I will advise on how to balance your energy as an introvert. Accept the…
What is lucid dreaming and how to prevent it?
Lucid dreaming: the internet is filled with articles on how to induce lucid dreaming, or learn how to remember your dreams. Lucid dreaming is often researched, but not much is known about it. In this article, I will explain what lucid dreaming is and what you can do about it, based on my own experiences. I will answer questions such as: Please note: the contents of this article are based on my own research and personal experiences with lucid dreaming. If you experience mental health issues because of lucid dreaming, please consult a licensed psychologist or doctor. What are lucid dreams? In research, many definitions of lucid dreaming are used.…
5 tips on how to make more time for your hobbies
When I was a kid, I often felt like there weren’t enough hours in a day. I was always excited for the next day. Every day felt new and special, and I was always looking forward to the weekend, a holiday, and birthdays. Now that I’m older, I don’t really feel that way anymore. Often, I’m just happy to finally lie in bed and officially “end” the day. Throughout the (work)week, every day tends to feel the same and it seems like there’s a never-ending to-do list. How to change this? In my experience, it’s important to make time for your hobbies, or whatever you like to do in your…
