A Psychologist's Guide to Overthinking (and How To Stop!) | Clutterbug Podcast #326

A Psychologist's Guide to Overthinking (and How To Stop!) | Clutterbug Podcast #326

From Clutterbug - Real-Life Hacks and Tips to Declutter, Organize and Clean your Home Fast by Clutterbug

May 18, 2026 · 55 min

About this episode

In this episode, Dr. Guy Winch shares strategies to overcome overthinking and mental clutter, helping listeners find peace and relaxation.

Hey Clutterbugs! Are you struggling with ruminating thoughts, mental clutter, and the constant stress of an overactive brain? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Guy Winch, psychologist and author of Mind Over Grind, to tackle the mental overload that keeps us from relaxing, sleeping, and enjoying life. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by work, your to-do list, or even the clutter in your home, this conversation will change the way you approach your daily stress. Dr. Winch shares practical strategies to stop overthinking, set boundaries around work and home life, and create moments of true relaxation. We talk about how to quiet the mental chatter, why ruminating thoughts are so harmful, and how to use his genius "triple dip" technique to maximize joy from downtime—whether it’s a vacation, a weekend morning, or just a few hours to yourself. Plus, I share my own struggles with stress, sleep deprivation, and the constant feeling of being behind, and how I’m learning to give myself permission to pause, even if I had a really tough time figuring out how to do that last week as I last minute panicked (you’ll hear all about it). If you’re ready to declutter your mind, stop overthinking…

People in this episode

Host: Clutterbug

Guest: Dr. Guy Winch

Topics covered

  • overthinking
  • mental clutter
  • stress management
  • psychology
  • relaxation techniques
  • personal development

Keywords

  • overthinking
  • mental clutter
  • stress
  • relaxation
  • psychologist
  • strategies
  • boundaries

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Mind Over Grind

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