I tend to overthink things. Usually, my positive thoughts are outweighed by various concerns. As a result, I often think negative thoughts.
I always think of the worst-case scenario whenever I do anything. I prepare plan Bs. When I take on a new challenge, I always research the potential pitfalls. I also worry about my health a lot. Even light symptoms make me nervous about severe illnesses.
But I have realized that these thoughts are wrecking my ability to be at ease in my day-to-day life. I am trying to avoid coming up with fears that don't even exist. Instead, I try to think happy thoughts. I hope to keep a sunny outlook, and to maintain a steadfast mindset to avoid feeling down.
pitfalls - a likely mistake or problem in a situation
steadfast - staying the same for a long time and not changing quickly or unexpectedly
- You will make more mistake if you overthink things. / He takes a long time because he always overthinks things.
- We should prepare for the worst-case scenario. / The worst-scenario may occur if we don't act now.
- I try to maintain a sunny outlook. / It's hard to have a sunny outlook when the symptoms are so bad.
1: You look like you've got something on your mind.
2: Yes, I'm always worrying myself over things.
1: It may be down to your personality.
2: That's right. I do tend to worry more than other people.
1: I was once like that, too.
2: It's an aspect of my personality that I'd like to change.