Why will my brain never slow down?
Sthelp18
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Jul 17, 2016
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It sure will. I use to think that some things are never gonna be okay and I kept thinking about it over and over again but with time it all settled down. You have to train your brain to be more patient focus more on good than bad. It takes alot of practice I still at times feel like my brain wouldn't slow down I think and over think about situations. But I practice to take control of it.
SquishyRaspberries
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Jul 28, 2016
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It's common to experience racing thoughts, especially in times of stress or anxiety. This is your brain's way of processing a lot of information at once, and it's usually pretty hard to stop once it gets started. When this occurs, it's a good idea to find a quiet, preferably private place where you are able to calm your thoughts. Close your eyes and focus on breathing slowly and deeply. When you exhale, imagine all of those thoughts racing right out of your head, leaving a clear mind. Anytime a thought pops up, distracting you from meditating, imagine it flowing out with your breath. It sounds cheesy, but meditation really helps with racing thoughts.
mikethedj4
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Sep 20, 2016
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I'm not the kind of person who likes to waste time. So I don't watch tv or play video games. I try and stay as productive as possible. Which sometimes I am to focused on a project; can be because of anxiety, worried and focused about many things for an extended period of time, etc:
For me I found that sometimes writing down my feelings and experiences helps to settle down the confusion in my mind.
Other times when I notice that and feel the need to slow down I tell my self, "Ok mind hold on a moment and focus on your breathing". Time varies sometimes only a few seconds at work, sometimes minutes, etc: I've found meditation to help profoundly and 7 Cups offers some great Mindfulness Exercises 7cups.com/exercises/mindfulness82
Listening to soothing/relaxing music helps slow my thought processes down sometimes as well - youtu.be/uym36078t_w
Anonymous
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Oct 7, 2016
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Perhaps you are suffering from an anxiety disorder. If so, it will be a long process to teach yourself some relaxation techniques.
Dextroze
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Oct 28, 2016
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Because brain working as defense mechanism to you from the unconsciousness level ,,so it absorbs all your old experience and develop a summary or a conclusion on which our beliefs and fears start on
TheCatcherInTheRye93
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Sep 13, 2020
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I think it is completely normal for our brain to function this way from time to time in our life, especially at a younger age. There are amazing proven ways to to track our thought records which teaches us how to filter our thoughts as well as many relaxing techniques that will make us more grounded and put back in the present moment. Thoughts are like a river and they need to flow effortlessly but at the end of the day they are just thoughts and we can choose which ones best represent our reality. Be brave, be strong and work on yourselves, research what are you concerned about, talk about it and I the results will follow in no time. :)
JasonListener
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Sep 23, 2020
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Many people have a problem with their brain going a mile a minute. I know I do. The reason that it doesn't slow down is very simple: we haven't trained it to slow down!
If you want your body to be stronger, faster, or more limber, you must train. Similarly, if you want to be able to slow your brain down, you must train as well. The brain training that I'm talking about is mindfulness/meditation.
7 cups has a huge center devoted to mindfulness, with plenty of exercises that can help you learn how to be more aware of your surroundings, your body, and to slow your brain down. I would encourage you to take a look.
Now earlier I said that the reason was simple, but becoming mindful isn't easy and it takes work...just as improving your body takes work. However, with practice I'm convinced you'll see a notable improvement in your outlook as your brain slows down!
https://www.7cups.com/home/mindfulness/
Geveda
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Feb 23, 2015
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Because you're looking out for yourself and you're smart! But sometimes your brain can just overwork itself and you have to just take time to try to find ways to relax and put your mind at ease.
Anonymous
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Apr 23, 2015
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During some times of our lives it may seem like our brain will always be running at a mile a minute. But rest assured, this is a phenomena that waxes and wanes throughout the stages of life, and often even calms as we age. Life stresses, struggles within our personal domain and even errant thoughts can contribute to this - it's sometimes uncomfortable, but never permanent. Take a deep breath, put on some calming music and try to devote the mental energy to productive tasks - your older self will thank you.
brirose23
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Jul 7, 2015
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You can try mediation or binaural beats here is a great link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARoih8HTPGw
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