A Review: "Don't Overthink It" by Anne Bogel

I have been a fan of Anne Bogel's for a number of years now. Her blog and podcast are part of my regular routine. I was intrigued by the concept of her new book, "Don't Overthink It" because I am a chronic overthinker who desperately needs help in this area! Anne shares candidly with her signature warmth about her own struggles with overthinking and the strategies she employs to decrease those struggles. Each chapter focuses on a different area of overthinking:  analysis paralysis, decision fatigue, values, and the like. Questions at the end of the chapter help the reader apply the ideas and framework to their own lives.

My favorite chapter, titled "Limit Yourself to Free Yourself", focuses on setting boundaries and limiting the options available in order to bring more mental space and less decision fatigue into your life. I love (and employ several of) the techniques of streamlining choices and technology input. The entire middle section, "Take Charge", was incredibly helpful in a practical way. Overall, the book was filled with plenty of ways to establish a framework for capturing your thoughts and putting a plan in place to help you stop your overthinking habits.

(I’ve received this complimentary book through the Baker Books blogger program in exchange for a review. A positive review was not required and the views expressed in my review are strictly my own.)