If you keep cringing over what you said, this will help. Hi, I’m Dr. Tom McDonagh from Good Therapy SF, and let’s talk about how to stop overthinking something you said in a conversation.
First, notice the pattern, not just the thought. If this happens a lot, it’s not about what you said, it’s about how anxious you felt.
Second, pause and ask, what would I tell a friend? You’d probably say it wasn’t a big deal. That same kindness applies to you too.
Third, interrupt the loop with movement or connection. Go for a walk. Call someone you trust, shift your attention back to the present.
You don’t have to live at the mercy of your thoughts. Therapy can help you quiet the spiral. Reach out to Good Therapy SF for more.
