Why Do People Obsess Over Things?
Why Do People Obsess Over Things?I find myself unable to let certain things go. Sometimes something frustrating will happen with someone and it’ll bug me for hours or days. I know I’m not the only person who does this. My question is, why do people obsess over things? And how can I learn to stop?Answer: What you’re describing can be frustrating indeed, and a significant source of stress. This may represent rumination, and though it’s your mind’s attempt to make sense and move on, rumination can catch you in a circular, self-perpetuating loop of frustration and stress. When you’re dealing with chronic conflicts in your relationships, you may experience chronic stress from too much rumination. It’s important to find ways of catching rumination before you