If you find yourself overthinking every little thing, you’re not alone. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, overthinking can be a way of avoiding challenges, or challenges can be a way of avoiding problems. Here are six effortless ways to stop overthinking every little thing:

1. Set small goals. If you overthink every little thing, it can be hard to get started on anything. Instead of thinking about the big picture, break your goal down into small, manageable steps.

2. Take a break. If you overthink every little thing, it can be hard to take a break. Instead of overthinking how long your break should be, take a five-minute break and then come back to the problem.

3. Set a timer. If you overthink every little thing, it can be hard to focus. Instead of trying to focus on the problem without a timer, set a timer for a certain amount of time and then start working on the problem.

4. Write it down. If you overthink every little thing, it can be hard to remember what you’re thinking. Instead of trying to remember everything in your head, write down your thoughts.

5. Take a step back. If you overthink every little thing, it can be hard to take a step back and look at the problem from a unique perspective. Instead of getting wrapped up in the problem, take a step back and ask yourself some different questions.

6. Talk to someone. If you overthink every little thing, it can be hard to talk to someone about it. Instead of bottling everything up, talk to someone about how you’re feeling.