Over-thinking too much
I've been a chronic over-thinker my entire life, but recently it's become quite debilitating and effecting my everyday life and I can't find anything that helps me.
Usually to drown it out I keep my brain stimulated 24/7 with music, tv, podcasts, or other activities that require thinking and attention.
It's at it's worst when I am at work. My job doesn't allow us to listen to music and my job is quite straight forward so I'm working on autopilot the entire time, leaving my brain to run wild.
I was wondering if there was anything I could do while working to keep my brain occupied. I've tried mentally planning my week, outfits for future events, etc, but that doesn't take up much time. Breathing and mindfulness techniques don't work, telling myself to stop and it's not real doesn't work, so I'm all out of ideas if anyone has some advice please?
Edit: I can't afford therapy at the moment to get to the root of the problem, but I am seeing my gp soon to see if there's any medication to help. But I still think some techniques would help too