Anxiety tricks us into believing more thinking equals more control—but often, it just keeps us stuck. In this conversation, I talk with coach Jaime about how to reframe problems, why insights often show up when you stop overthinking, and how simple practices can help you access clarity.

What You’ll Learn
•How to spot when anxiety is just your thoughts talking
•The difference between a “problem” and a “puzzle”
•Why insights often show up in the shower
•How focus mode and diffused mode work in the brain
•Simple practices to quiet your mind and spark clarity

Timestamps:
[00:30] Introduction to Jaime Schettini
[02:00] Seeing thought as thought (not reality)
[05:56] Problems vs. puzzles: shifting perspective to ease fear
[07:19] Trusting the Insight Process
[11:27] Focus mode vs. diffused mode: where breakthroughs really happen
[15:22] Practical Tips for Entering the Diffused Mode
[19:38] Kindness Narrative: Saved from drowning by a stranger

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For full shownotes, including resources mentioned, go to: https://www.calmyourcaveman.com/episodes/the-overthinking-trap-with-jaime-schettini