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Overthinking? Here’s Why Talking to a Therapist Can Help You Break the Cycle
Talking to a therapist can be one of the most effective ways to break free from the cycle of overthinking.
Courtney Shrum
4 min read


What Overthinking Does To Your Brain (And How To Change It)
Overthinking is when your mind gets stuck in a loop of excessive rumination or analysis.
Courtney Shrum
5 min read


Why Walking is the Secret to Your Mental Health
Walking is a simple yet effective way to boost your mental health.
Courtney Shrum
4 min read


Why Understanding the Surprising Power of the Mind-Body Connection May Unlock Your Healing
Understanding this connection is one of the most important things you can do to improve and maintain your mental health.
Courtney Shrum
4 min read


How Understanding Your Anxiety Through a Trauma-Informed Lens Can Actually Help You Heal
One of the most effective ways to approach anxiety is through a trauma-informed lens.
Courtney Shrum
5 min read


Why Is My Brain Stuck in Overdrive? Here's What's Going on in Your Head (And How to Fix It)
Why is it so hard to just stop overthinking, even when you know it’s unhelpful?
Courtney Shrum
5 min read


The Best Books for Overcoming Overthinking and Managing Anxiety
Reading can be a powerful tool for understanding and managing both overthinking and anxiety.
Courtney Shrum
5 min read


Why Can’t I Stop Overthinking, Even When I Know It’s Unhelpful?
If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in a loop of overthinking, you’re not alone.
Courtney Shrum
5 min read


How to Stop Your Anxious Thoughts: Insights from an Anxiety Therapist
As an anxiety therapist, one of the most common questions I get from clients is: "How can I stop my anxious thoughts?"
Courtney Shrum
5 min read


Why You Can Feel Anxious Even When There's Nothing Specific to Worry About
As a therapist, I often hear from clients who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, even when they can’t pinpoint a specific reason for it.
Courtney Shrum
4 min read


Take 2 Minutes to Check In With Your Body and Stop Anxiety Before It Starts
There’s a simple, quick way to nip anxiety in the bud before it takes over—and it only takes two minutes.
Courtney Shrum
4 min read
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