Nick Trenton‘s “Stop Overthinking: 23 Techniques to Relieve Stress, Stop Negative Spirals, Declutter Your Mind, and Focus on the Present” is the first book in his “Path to Calm” series, which promises to offer readers practical, actionable advice for achieving a more peaceful state of mind and how to stop overthinking.
As someone who struggles with overthinking, I was excited to dive into this book and see what Trenton had to offer. I have to say, I wasn’t disappointed. From the very first chapter, Trenton’s writing style is relatable, easy to understand, and most importantly, actionable.
One of the things I appreciated most about the book was Trenton’s focus on the practical. He doesn’t just tell readers to “stop overthinking,” he offers specific techniques and exercises that can help them do so. For example, in Chapter 3, Trenton suggests a technique called “mindful breathing,” which involves focusing on your breath and bringing your attention back to the present moment when your mind starts to wander.
Trenton also emphasizes the importance of self-compassion, which I found particularly helpful. He writes, “Be kind to yourself. You’re doing the best you can with what you have.” This simple reminder helped me to cut myself some slack and not beat myself up for my overthinking tendencies.
Another aspect of the book I found valuable was Trenton’s focus on the connection between physical and mental health. He writes, “Physical activity can be a powerful tool for reducing stress and anxiety.” He suggests incorporating regular exercise into your routine as a way to combat overthinking.
I also liked how the book is structured. Each chapter focuses on a specific technique or exercise, making it easy to refer back to specific sections later on. Additionally, the book is written in a relatable and easy to understand manner, making it accessible to a wide range of readers.
The book also includes quotes from Amazon reviews, one of which is “I found this book to be a game changer for me. I have been struggling with overthinking for years and this book has given me the tools I need to start taking control of my thoughts.”
Overall, I found “Stop Overthinking” to be a valuable and helpful resource for anyone looking to break free from the cycle of negative thoughts. It offers practical, actionable advice and a compassionate approach that sets it apart from other self-help books on the market.
Trenton’s “Path to Calm” series includes the following books:
- “Stop Overthinking: 23 Techniques to Relieve Stress, Stop Negative Spirals, Declutter Your Mind, and Focus on the Present”
- “Calm Your Thoughts: Stop Overthinking, Stop Stressing, Stop Spiraling, and Start Living”
- “The Overthinking Cure: How to Stay in the Present, Shake Negativity, and Stop Your Stress and Anxiety”
- “Anxiety is the Enemy: 29 Techniques to Combat Overthinking, Stress, Panic, and Pressure”
- “Transform Your Self-Talk: The Art of Talking to Yourself for Confidence, Belief, and Calm”
- “The Art of Self-Therapy: How to Grow, Gain Self-Awareness, and Understand Your Emotions”
- “Stop Negative Thinking: How to Control Your Thoughts, Stop Overthinking, and Transform Your Mental Habits”
- “Calm Your Emotions: Overcome Your Anxious, Negative, and Pessimistic Brain and Find Balance, Resilience, & Calm”
- “How to Therapize and Heal Yourself: 15 Self-Therapy Techniques to Understand Your Past and Control Your Future”
And the last quote from the book is “When you let go of overthinking, you open yourself up to a world of possibilities.” This quote is a great reminder that when we stop getting caught up in our own thoughts, we’re free to live in the present moment and enjoy all that life has to offer.
Karen Martinez, an avid reader, and a book collector, writes about the importance of setting goals and living a purposeful life through literature and personal experience. She’s passionate about the power of words to inspire and motivate people to live a fulfilling life.