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Lessons in Overthinking & Obsessing

Lessons in Overthinking & Obsessing

Carly Ann 280 Episodes Jun 28, 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

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
A Somatic Practice to Help You Stop People Pleasing Jun 24, 2026 00:11:42 I've recorded a somatic practice for you.A somatic practice basically helps you tune into and regulate your body and nervous system. While cognitive approaches focus on changing thoughts and beliefs, somatic work addresses the stress, emotions, and automatic patterns held in the body. For me, it all about combining both that supports lasting change when it comes to overthinking, habits, and tr
How & Why You People Please & Care Too Much - Plus Therapy Interventions to Stop Jun 21, 2026 00:29:22 In today's episode, we're exploring people-pleasing and why it so often comes at the cost of losing yourself. We'll unpack what people-pleasing really is, the subtle and obvious ways it can show up, and why it often leaves us feeling anxious, worried, exhausted, and disconnected from our own needs. We'll also explore why these patterns develop, how they are often rooted in similar
Guided Meditation for Overthinking - Grounding & Coming Back to The Moment Jun 17, 2026 00:10:12 In the previous episode before this one, I spoke to those of you who feel stuck in your head and find it hard to really be in the moment. If that’s you, it’s worth going back and listening to that that too.This episode is a guided grounding meditation for you to listen to when feeling triggered, or can notice you are overthinking/spiralling. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Carly Ann⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Newsletter⁠⁠
Overthinking & Obsessing? Therapy Principles to Help You Live in the Moment Jun 14, 2026 00:23:56 Hello my friends, my fellow overthinkers, coming up in this episode we will talk aboutOf course have a chit chat about how overthinking stands in the way of your dreams, the life you desire and deserveHow overthinking disconnects us from the present moment and the life happening around usShare some every day examples of what it looks like to be more in your headShare some key messages and psychoed
5 minute Powerful Affirmations for When You Feel Ignored - Helping You Cope Jun 10, 2026 00:06:15 Helping you cope, ground, and feel calm with powerful affirmationAre you being ignored or feeling ignored right now?If you don't know where you stand and are feeling like you're left out or forgotten right now - I have recorded some affirmations to help you feel more secure, ground yourself, and think in a more balanced wayMusic by  Mykola Sosin from Pixabay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with Carly Ann⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
Feeling Ignored? Stop Obsessing and Stay True to Yourself Jun 7, 2026 00:26:56 Are you obsessing & overthinking about being ignored?Whether you are obviously being ignored, subtly, or you're not sure, in this episode I (Carly Ann) am addressing the impact it can have on you.As usual we will have an important conversation about the experience of being ignored and what this can trigger off within us, plus I'll share the any inspiring ideas that pop in along the way that I
Try This Now: A Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Practice for Overthinking Jun 3, 2026 00:08:07 Are you an overthinker that gets stuck in your head?Overthinking is often an attempt to protect us. Yet the more we wrestle with our thoughts, the more stuck we can become in cycles of worry, rumination, and self-criticism.In this guided mindfulness and self-compassion practice, you'll have the opportunity to step out of the struggle with your thoughts and cultivate a different relationship wi
Why Can't You Stop Obsessing? 7 Types of Overthinking Explained May 31, 2026 00:23:18 Why can't you stop obsessing over certain thoughts, conversations, mistakes, or future scenarios? In this episode, I (Carly Ann) explore overthinking share 7 of the most common types of overthinking.Understanding your personal style of overthinking is the first step toward breaking free from obsessive thoughts and regaining control of your mind.Whether you struggle with anxiety, intrusive thou
Overthinking & Obsessing? Therapist Shares Key Helpful Insights, Plus What NOT to Do When You'r Stuck in Your Head May 26, 2026 00:21:18 In this episode, I’m (Carly Ann) introducing the new direction of the podcast and why I changed the name from Lessons in Self Worth to Lessons in Overthinking and Obsessing.If you struggle with overthinking, obsessive thoughts, anxious attachment, relationship anxiety, social anxiety, health anxiety, reassurance seeking, or feeling stuck in mental loops you can’t switch off, this ep is going to fe
The SPOTLIGHT Effect: Breaking Free From Social Anxiety Moments May 3, 2026 00:14:49 Are you feeling self-conscious, anxious, or like everyone is watching you, especially in social situations? You might feel embarrassed talking at work, scared to share your opinion with friends, or nervous to talk to a stranger...That’s the spotlight effect - a common cognitive bias where you overestimate how much others notice our appearance, behaviour, mistakes, or the fact you're anxious.In
Therapist Tips: Stop Arguing With Yourself and Trust Your New Mindset Apr 29, 2026 00:17:53 Changing your mindset and beginning to think in a new way is not just about learning & repeating the new thoughts. It often comes with an internal battle that no one really talks about, feeling like you are arguing with yourself. In this episode I (Carly Ann) explore what it feels like when you are trying to grow, but your mind keeps arguing with you, doubting you, or pulling you back into old

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