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heathermariee33's review against another edition
5.0
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HIGHLY recommend this book for anyone who struggles with anxiety, overthinking, and just bad thought patterns. This book was INCREDIBLE!!! Every chapter I was thinking 'this author is inside my head, like she knows exactly what I'm struggling with!' Not only did the author identify my struggles, but she gave bite-sized action steps with each chapter. This will become a regular listen for me as I continue working on my overthinking. Huge thank you to the author for such an incredible book!
HIGHLY recommend this book for anyone who struggles with anxiety, overthinking, and just bad thought patterns. This book was INCREDIBLE!!! Every chapter I was thinking 'this author is inside my head, like she knows exactly what I'm struggling with!' Not only did the author identify my struggles, but she gave bite-sized action steps with each chapter. This will become a regular listen for me as I continue working on my overthinking. Huge thank you to the author for such an incredible book!
ger_gerxstitches's review against another edition
4.0
This was a thoughtful summary that helped to reinforce various ideas and tactics I've been working on over the last year. I appreciated Anne's relatable, real-life examples. Timely for me. I will definitely be chewing on this and choosing tactics one at a time to simplify and bring more joy to my life.
thelaurasaurus's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.0
A helpful and highly readable book. It starts with the author’s experiences of overthinking, as well as that of her friends and family. Then it moves into techniques for breaking the cycle. The last section is a little more loosy-goosy - nice things to do for yourself, and setting your personal values to prevent the opportunity to overthink about stuff (e.g. you’re happy to spend money on experiences, even if they’re a bit more expensive). The techniques for breaking an overthinking cycle were probably the most useful to me, but I did like some of the ideas in the last section.
The end took a slight religious turn - more the author’s experience of churchgoing and a couple of quotes from her priest. I had wondered if this book would have an element of religion to it (this would have put me off if I had known), but to be fair, it was short and non-preachy.
julie_anne's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
5.0
I really enjoyed this book! Very helpful. The advice contained may be obvious to some, but it was really useful for me.
emilypgilmore's review against another edition
5.0
Have you ever read a book and felt so understood and seen by the author? Add “Don’t Over Think It” to my list! This beautifully written work gives hope and practical tips for those who struggle with over active thoughts (I have already implemented some of Anne’s recommendations). Reading her words in this book remind me of the comfort and joy you find when gaining a newfound friend... The first time you connect and say “No way?! You too? I thought I was the only one!” Do yourself a favor and add this to your TBR!!
chuskeyreads's review against another edition
3.0
Not terribly helpful, but the book had some cute anecdotes. Maybe I’ve just read way too many self-help books on productivity and organization to learn something new. It’s definitely worth the read.
marieintheraw's review
4.0
The middle part I got the least out of, but I really did feel there was good advice when it came to believing you can change and knowing the signs of overthinking before it completely takes hold.
carolrinke's review against another edition
5.0
Am I an overthinker? No. Although, as a younger woman I sometimes followed that path. I remember one moment of overwhelm clearly. I had reached some kind of brain max out at work. A dear friend and coworker took me out to get an ice cream because my mind was obviously spinning. We got to the ice cream shop. The innocent person working at the counter began to ask the questions she needed to know so she could take care of me. What flavor? A cup or a cone? Do you want a cover? The final question made me burst out in tears. How I would have loved to put the skills Anne Bogel gently walks us through in her new book Don’t Overthink It into my mind at that moment.
Life has taught me much of what Anne says so well. Her wisdom sits close to my own heart and her words are exactly what I want to share with the people I love when I see them getting stuck. I will be pressing this book into the hands of my daughters and my friends!
Life has taught me much of what Anne says so well. Her wisdom sits close to my own heart and her words are exactly what I want to share with the people I love when I see them getting stuck. I will be pressing this book into the hands of my daughters and my friends!
lorelaii's review against another edition
5.0
This is one of those books I will want to re-read in case the information slips my mind. The book and examples resonated a lot with me and it feels like me reading this book was just perfect timing. The advice is easy to implement and I feel like it's actually working. Very happy.