When encountering a problem, do you spend time thinking about how to solve it?

Usually, it is a good practice to think deeply about how to solve a problem. Understanding the situation and considering ways to solve it can be very helpful. However, is there a limit to how helpful thinking about a problem can be?

According to Darius Foroux, overthinking can be a huge impediment to solving problems. In a recent blog post, he shares how thinking too much can be a trap for the mind.

Despite all this knowledge of philosophy and knowing what I “should” do, I still get caught in bouts of excessive thinking.

During these moments, I no longer observe my thoughts and live in the present moment; my thoughts consume me.

In the past, I was permanently stuck in that state of mind. It’s not uncommon. Most people live their lives as slaves to their thoughts.

When we obsess over our woes, it becomes harder to solve them. So, is there a way to get past repetitive thinking? To resolve the tendency to overthink, Foroux suggests doing a practice that spiritual folk have done for ages.

The key to overcoming overthinking is not only about awareness. Yes, being aware of your thoughts is important. This is the starting point of waking up.

You must become the observer of your thoughts.

But it’s also about understanding your nature.

To understand more about this concept, please read the rest of blog post.