The Silent Burden: How overthinking can fuel mental illness In the quiet moments of our lives, when the world slows down and thoughts begin to race, many of us fall into the trap of overthinking. This seemingly innocuous habit, however, carries a heavy price. It is now understood that over 90% of mental diseases are either caused or exacerbated by the relentless cycle of overthinking. The Weight of Overthinking Overthinking can be described as the process of continuously analyzing, ruminating, and obsessing over thoughts. While reflection and contemplation are natural and healthy...