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    Stop Over-Thinking: 8 Steps To Clear Your Mind

    by Arslan Hassan Dec 01, 2019 3 minutes
    Stop Over-Thinking: 8 Steps To Clear Your Mind by Arslan Hassan. Photograph of a clear paper with a pencil, eraser and paperclips lined up by Bench Accounting
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    Overthinking a situation or problem may be a natural tendency, but here are steps you can take to help keep your mind clear and focused

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    A clear mind improves productivity and leads to a much more content lifestyle. That said, we have all been guilty of clouding our mind by overthinking a particular situation or event. While we can’t avoid stressing out altogether, there are certain ways to control the intensity of your thoughts. 

    Here are eight ways to get rid of the excessive thinking and eventually clear your mind:

    1. Understand That You Have A

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