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Lessons in Overthinking & Obsessing

Lessons in Overthinking & Obsessing

Carly Ann 280 Episodes Aug 23, 2026

This podcast explores why people obsess, overthink, attach too deeply, and lose themselves in relationships. It addresses issues like obsessive thinking, racing thoughts, self-critical thinking, anxiety, and constant worrying. The host, Carly Ann, shares insights and support for getting out of your head and overcoming patterns such as overanalyzing conversations, intrusive thoughts, reassurance seeking, perfectionism, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, and relationship anxiety.

Episodes

How to Stop Overtexting When You’re Triggered
How to Stop Overtexting When You’re Triggered Aug 23, 2026 00:20:20 Do you find yourself staring at your phone, rewriting the same text, checking if they’ve replied, and fighting the urge to send “just one more message”?Maybe you overtext when you feel ignored, rejected, anxious, triggered, or unsure where you stand. You send the paragraph, double text, triple text, ask for reassurance, and then regret it the second you hit send.You’re not alone. And you’re not “t
Strengthen Your Toolbox | A Therapist’s Framework for Becoming Less Triggered
Strengthen Your Toolbox | A Therapist’s Framework for Becoming Less Triggered Aug 16, 2026 00:19:28 If you find yourself getting triggered by certain people, situations at work, recurring patterns, or falling into unhealthy habits that feel completely out of character, this is for you.I’m Carly Ann, and I’ve worked with thousands of people who desperately want to change the cycle of overthinking, obsessing, and having big reactions that can feel irrational, even when you know you’re not respondi
Why Do I Get Triggered So Easily? A Therapist Explains 4 Reasons
Why Do I Get Triggered So Easily? A Therapist Explains 4 Reasons Aug 10, 2026 00:16:22 Why Do I Get Triggered So Easily? A Therapist Explains 4 ReasonsHave you ever had a reaction that felt much bigger than the situation? Someone says something small, cancels plans, goes quiet or gives you criticism, and suddenly you're anxious, angry, hurt or overwhelmed.Or maybe your trigger looks more like overthinking: replaying conversations, analysing what someone meant, seeking reassuranc
If Work is Your Biggest Trigger and Makes You Feel Anxious, Listen to This
If Work is Your Biggest Trigger and Makes You Feel Anxious, Listen to This Aug 2, 2026 00:10:09 If work has become the place where your anxiety feels the loudest, this episode is for you.Maybe Sunday evenings are just filled with dread these days, or one email can send you into hours of overthinking. Maybe you constantly question whether you're good enough, replay conversations on your drive home, worry you've said the wrong thing, or feel like you're waiting to be found out.You
Limerence and Obsessing AFFIRMATIONS
Limerence and Obsessing AFFIRMATIONS Jul 30, 2026 00:08:02 Break free from limerence, obsessive thoughts, and rumination with these calming affirmations. If you find yourself constantly thinking about someone, replaying conversations, fantasising about a relationship, or struggling to move on, these affirmations are designed to help you shift your focus back to yourself.Regular affirmation practice can help reinforce healthier thought patterns, build self
Big Emotional Reactions? Becoming the Observer Instead of Overreacting
Big Emotional Reactions? Becoming the Observer Instead of Overreacting Jul 26, 2026 00:16:17 Hello! Have you been getting triggered and having reactions that feel out of proportion? Maybe you snapped at someone you love, shut down, felt overwhelmed, or found yourself asking "Why did I react like that?"I don't actually like the term 'over-reacting' but sometimes we call a spade a spade.A lot of the time, our biggest emotional reactions are often about more than what&#
Somatic Meditation to Stop Relying on Them for Self-Worth & Happiness
Somatic Meditation to Stop Relying on Them for Self-Worth & Happiness Jul 16, 2026 00:09:50 This guided somatic meditation helps you gently break the habit of relying on someone else for your self-worth, happiness, or sense of security. Using body-based awareness and compassionate guidance, you'll reconnect with yourself, soothe your nervous system, and strengthen the belief that everything you need begins within you. The more you practise, the easier it becomes to feel grounded, emo
Want to Stop Letting Someone Else Control Your Happiness & Self-Worth?
Want to Stop Letting Someone Else Control Your Happiness & Self-Worth? Jul 12, 2026 00:19:47 Do you start overthinking or obsessing because of someone else's mood, behaviour, or attention? Does your happiness or self-worth change based on how they treat you? In this episode, I explore why this happens and we explore what it's like to live like this. Plus, I'll share a powerful journal prompt to help you reflect, reconnect with your own worth, and start taking your power back
3 CBT Techniques to Stop Overthinking
3 CBT Techniques to Stop Overthinking Jul 10, 2026 00:18:42 In this episode I am sharing 3 strategies that I genuinely have practiced and discuss often in my practice, these tools draw on decades of psychological research from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). These are the core intervention I use day to day in practice and across my work.When I am making a list of 3, it can
A Powerful Somatic Meditation to Ease Overthinking and Self-Soothe
A Powerful Somatic Meditation to Ease Overthinking and Self-Soothe Jul 8, 2026 00:09:08 When we get stuck in overthinking, it's easy to believe we need to think our way out of it. But often, what we really need is to slow down and reconnect with ourselves.This somatic meditation for overthinking is a gentle invitation to step out of your busy mind and into your body. Somatic practices help regulate the nervous system by bringing awareness to what's happening inside, helping y
Why Can't I stop Overthinking?
Why Can't I stop Overthinking? Jul 6, 2026 00:15:58 If you've ever found yourself asking, "Why can't I stop overthinking?" then this episode is for you.In this episode, I break down the five most common reasons behind overthinking, obsessing, and anxiety. Understanding why your mind gets stuck in these patterns is the first step towards breaking free from them. By uncovering the root causes of overthinking, you'll be better eq
Therapist Shares a 4 Step Intervention to Quit People Pleasing Today
Therapist Shares a 4 Step Intervention to Quit People Pleasing Today Jun 28, 2026 00:10:51 In this episode, I'm sharing a powerful 4-step therapy intervention to help you start overcoming people-pleasing today. I genuinely work through this in detail with people and it works!If you know you have a tendency to put other people's needs before your own, say yes when you really want to say no, or abandon yourself in order to keep the peace, this episode is for you. People-pleasing i

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