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How to Stop Overthinking: Rumination, OCD, and Breaking the Awareness Trap

Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

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Understanding Obsession and Overthinking

This chapter delves into the interplay between obsession, overthinking, and self-awareness, particularly through the lens of obsessive-compulsive disorder. It highlights how rigid self-expertise can intensify anxiety and rumination, while advocating for a broader self-perception to enhance psychological flexibility.

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