Overview
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Watch an insightful interview with bestselling author Jon Acuff on overcoming overthinking and taking control of your mental "soundtracks." Learn to recognize overthinking triggers, manage negative thought patterns, and take action towards your goals. Discover the connection between overthinking and imposter syndrome, explore how social media impacts our thought processes, and gain practical strategies for breaking free from repetitive mental loops. Benefit from personal anecdotes shared by both Jon Acuff and interviewer Vanessa Van Edwards as they discuss their own experiences with overthinking and the valuable lessons they've learned along the way.
Syllabus
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Who is Jon Acuff?
What is overthinking? Am I an overthinker?
What are "soundtracks"?
What is the most common "soundtrack"?
How are overthinking and imposter syndrome related?
Is social media making us overthink more?
Common overthinking triggers
Jon and Vanessa share their overthinking stories and what they've learned
Taught by
Science of People