How to stop overthinking things in a relationship?
tastefulhamster
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Apr 21, 2017
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Never forget that your partner is a person just like you! Everything that you have ever felt worried about in your relationship, they have probably felt worried about, too!
insightfulBraveheart33
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Jun 2, 2017
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There is no particular way to stop that. Based on my experience, you only overthink things when you are afraid to lose the person, or for some reason you feel the relationship is restricting you. You can probably talk to the person about what you are thinking...
Cupcakeprincess3
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Nov 24, 2017
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Oo this is a tough one. Even I face trouble with overthinking. You just have to accept things fhe way they are and don’t get insecure or suspicious of your partner. What I mean by this is you must trust your partner. Overthinking sometimes is caused by the lack of trust by the partner. So build that trust.
Anonymous
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Aug 15, 2018
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I find it hard not to overthink in relationships. Sometimes its easier to just think about now. Not the "what ifs" of the future, because the what ifs are what cause doubt and cause you to question everything. Be happy together now, and move on together.
warmMelon2334
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Jun 26, 2019
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overthinking things in a relationship is not good. it gives you stress, it affects your daily lives and it kills your happiness. you have to stop overthinking things in a relationship by talking and asking your partner about the thing that bothers you especially with the suspicious one. you have to be frank and be honest of what you really feel for him. think about the positive things too so you might not feel abandoned. love yourself. make yourself busy with the things that make you enjoy most. and most importantly, pray to the Lord about guidance, enlightenment and help with your relationship with your partner. :)
Anonymous
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Aug 18, 2019
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Overthinking happens when you don't trust yourself or the situation. When I want to stop overthinking about something my partner does or doesn't do, I think about how much I love them and they love me. I think about the first time he said it, and all the times I knew he meant it, and every single action he's taken over the course of our relationship where he continues to prove it. Because when you love someone, you trust them. You put your heart in their hands and take the leap of faith, and that's what overthinking is afraid of most. Making that jump. So make that jump, and trust your partner, friend, or parent. Trust them with all your heart and everything you have, because trust is the special salve that heals and holds. Trust them because you love them, and all the voices will come to quiet around you.
faithlove1111
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Jan 17, 2020
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Stop Thinking. Sit down in a quiet spot, take out a piece of paper and a pen then write down the things that are running around in your head. Read what you have written down. Then separate and list down the worries and and the good stuff in your relationship. Look through your list and jot down how you can solve your worries, maybe make necessary changes or just accept some of your worries as worries which might dissolve itself over time. Also do not forget to appreciate and be thankful for the good things in your relationship. Overthinking can be tiring and zap up your energy so make sure you have ample sleep and have proper meals too.
rupturingdawn0831
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Apr 10, 2020
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In a relationship, as it involves two people, communication is the most important thing. While it's hard to accept that the other person might not feel the same way you do about a certain matter, not relaying your feelings, and not being sure of the other person's feelings can lead to you feeling anxious. With a lack of communication, you're letting many questions go unanswered. We generate the answers ourselves, multiple answers for each question. In a way it's a form of torture, unhealthy, and very easily avoidable. When you enter a relationship, it is important to be aware of what you want from the person. Once, you understand what you prioritize, you must understand their priorities as well. Once entering a relationship, you form a commitment with the other person, and every commitment relies on trust. Once you trust that person, you will stop doubting their words, actions and motives. The need to overthink will be gone itself. However, not every one communicates clearly, and when it comes to that, it's very important to prioritize yourself. You are allowed to prompt the other person to share or confide in you, however if they still are unable to or choose not to do so, then it is a bridge they must overcome themselves on their own terms. The most you can do is be patient, and it is very important that you tell yourself repeatedly that you are the most important thing for yourself, and that is why you need to stop damaging yourself by overthinking.
healingForest79
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Jul 2, 2020
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I find overthinking is our brain's way of trying to find answers we don't have access to. Our brains like to go through all the "what ifs" to cover every scenario. I find the best way to overcome this is to get your hands on those answers.
Communication is very important in a relationship, and being open and honest with your partner shows respect. Having a respectful conversation and discussing issues is the best and most direct way to get the answers you need so your brain can stop going through scenarios.
Communicating with your partner means sitting down and talking calmly. Keeping calm when things get heated can be difficult sometimes, but it is important.
Try not to play the "blame game" when speaking with your partner as they will most likely feel attacked and return fire. It can be helpful to have a list of issues you want to discuss with your partner, in case things get off track.
Sunisshiningandsoareyou
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Jan 24, 2021
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Hi there! I think, it's pretty normal to overthink things, specially in a relationship where a someone else you've met in your journey of life kind of just gets that access to your emotions, they can be responsible for your mood swings and how you're doing, because when in relationship or in love, the people we care about do have that extent of power over us , which can be both good and bad ,I think . However, I believe, a transparent and healthy relationship where both of you are honest to each other about anything and everything, respect each others choices and have a good communication is one way to reduce the uncertainties and henceforth the unnecessary overthinking about the what ifs and the maybes . Communication here is definitely the key to have a healthy and supportive relationship.
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