How do we control our own thoughts? originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by Dr. Abbie ...

Even the most capable of professionals can find themselves caught up in unproductive thinking—especially when under pressure. Left unchecked, these patterns can affect decision-making, communication ...

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We all experience moments when our minds seem to spiral into a loop of negative thoughts, leaving us feeling stuck, drained, ...

Maybe you’ve heard the expression, “I’m spiraling.” Maybe you’ve even experienced that feeling yourself. We asked an expert what causes negative thought cycles and how to break free.

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Research suggests that 40% of high school students have experienced feelings of hopelessness in the past year. Between 2016 and 2024, emotional health problems among 18 to 25-year-olds have increased ...

This is part one of a two-part post. Click here to read part 2. How do you stop yourself from obsessing over something, focusing on it until you lose a sense of perspective, and your thoughts spiral ...