Why Do I Overthink So Much?

Table of Contents

• Introduction: Why Do I Overthink So Much
• We Don’t Need to Be Perfectionists
• You Can’t Control Everything
• Thoughts Create Unnecessary Stress
• Life Is Temporary—Don’t Overburden Yourself
• Do What Is in Your Control
• Fear Only Allah, Not People
• Final Thoughts
• FAQs

Introduction: Why Do I Overthink So Much

You know, we shouldn’t try to be perfectionists in our lives. And many people often ask themselves, “Why do I overthink so much?” Do you know why? Because when we want everything to happen exactly according to our expectations—why didn’t this happen, why didn’t that happen—we get stuck in those thoughts.

We Don’t Need to Be Perfectionists

Always keep this in mind: we literally have no idea what is happening in this world. We can’t even fully control the mechanisms inside our own body, nor what’s happening outside. Yet in our lives, we think we must control everything. But that’s not true.

You Can’t Control Everything

Our main job is simply to make a rough timetable and do what is in our control. Whatever happens later—how it will happen, why it will happen—that is not our responsibility to stress over. If you stay stuck in the desire to be perfect, you won’t be able to do anything. So remember, there is nothing in extreme perfectionism. You are human, and you can make mistakes too.

Thoughts Create Unnecessary Stress

Another thing is that we make things extremely complicated in our minds, while in reality they are not that difficult. It’s all a game of thoughts, and these thoughts give you tension.

Life Is Temporary—Don’t Overburden Yourself

Look, when your basic needs are fulfilled and your today is going well, your tomorrow will also be fine. This life is temporary. People will come and go. Good times will come, and bad times will come too. Just remember to do what is in your control, put in your efforts, and appreciate yourself for that. Some people criticize themselves so much just because they are perfectionists, and that’s why they can never feel satisfied in life.

Do What Is in Your Control

Keep this in mind: when Allah is running the entire system of this universe, then why are you so stressed? Why are you so worried about everything—money, future, and all these things? Everything will end one day. If we were going to live permanently in this world, then tension would make sense. But when we are here only for a short time, why give yourself so much stress?

There is never a perfect moment. You just have to carry on with life and do what is in your control. Do your work in your own way, but don’t go towards extreme perfectionism, otherwise you will never be happy in life.

Fear Only Allah, Not People

I also noticed that we people lift our thoughts and prolong them. Bring this into your mind: what are these thoughts really? What can they actually do? These thoughts and these people cannot harm you. Remove the fear of people from your heart. Do not fear anyone except Allah. Allah says, “Fear only Me.” So why fear people? Who are they, after all?

And don’t get lost in future worries. In the Quran, Allah says that whoever follows My guidance will have no fear and no grief. And Allah’s words can never be false.

Final Thoughts

Anyway, goodbye. If you liked this, do let me know in the comments.

FAQs

Why do I overthink so much?

Overthinking usually happens when you want everything to be perfect and under your control. When things don’t go as expected, your mind keeps repeating the same thoughts, which creates stress and anxiety.

Is being a perfectionist bad?

Extreme perfectionism can be harmful because it stops you from taking action. When you try to make everything perfect, you may feel stuck, stressed, and never satisfied with yourself.

Can we control everything in life?

No, we cannot control everything. We can only control our actions, efforts, and reactions. Everything else is beyond our control, so stressing over it is unnecessary.

How can I stop overthinking?

You can reduce overthinking by focusing on what is in your control, making simple plans, and avoiding unrealistic expectations. Practicing gratitude and self-acceptance also helps a lot.

Why do thoughts create so much stress?

Our mind often makes situations seem more complicated than they really are. These repeated negative thoughts create tension and make simple things feel very difficult.

What does Islam say about fear and anxiety?

In Islam, we are taught to trust Allah and not fear people. The Quran says that those who follow Allah’s guidance will have no fear and no grief.

Is life permanent?

No, life is temporary. People and situations come and go. Understanding this helps reduce stress and overthinking about future problems.