Why Your Brain Won't Stop Overanalyzing Everything | Obsessive Thinking - Part 1/2

Obsessive thinking and overanalyzing often develop as survival mechanisms in individuals with complex trauma, functioning as an unconscious attempt to anticipate danger and regain a sense of control and safety. Join the Foundations Community and Course Library: https://www.timfletcher.ca/foundations We offer 4 different levels of resources, courses and programs for Complex Trauma Recovery, from introductory personal recovery to programs for professionals in the mental health space. Visit our website to explore all of our resources: https://www.timfletcher.ca/ 🎧Watch or listen to the Time With Tim Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TimeWithTimPodcast ──────────── Tim Fletcher is not a doctor or licensed therapist; he is a counsellor in Canada and has worked with people with Complex Trauma and Addiction for decades. Tim’s videos are for informational purposes only to provide understanding, learning, and awareness about complex trauma. No information published here can replace professional evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. #complextrauma #timfletcher #mentalhealth 0:00 Understanding obsession 0:54 Examples of thought loops 2:45 The root cause: Safety 7:08 Factors increasing obsession 10:10 Avoidance and dissociation 12:19 Seeking internal completion 14:05 Identifying key triggers