All humans strive to be happy in some form. While there are intriguing variations in what exactly it means to be happy, this tenet is one of the rare human universals, transcending differences in ...

A little bit of overthinking is normal—but if it’s constant, it can contribute to issues like anxiety and depression. Overthinking can be a coping mechanism for stress, anxiety, trauma, low ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about branding, burnout, and redefining ambition. As a coach to high achievers who often have no lack of talents or ideas, ...

Most of us have felt stuck in our heads, replaying certain situations or interactions in our minds, wondering about what we should do, and weighing all the options. This is called overthinking. When ...

Many overthinkers are motivated to excel, but face a paradox: Overthinking often slows or even stalls progress by causing muddy thinking and overwhelm. It's aimed at preventing mistakes but ...

Ever find yourself stuck in a loop of thoughts?Feeling like you're trying to solve a problem and getting nowhere?You think you're analyzing the situation to death, but insteadit feels like you're just ...

You're overthinking YouTube. Most people are. You know you have messages to share with the world. You know you can communicate well. But something is stopping you. What? YouTube is the second largest ...

Nearly 33% of women say they feel anxious about their careers in 2025, and another 17% feel overwhelmed. Close to 60% of women say current events are increasing stress levels and disrupting focus at ...

Editor’s note: Kara Alaimo is an associate professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Her book “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How We Can ...