Analysis paralysis is a real bother. As a startup founder I experience it a lot. You always want to take the best decision, but what does that even entail…

Have you been feeling a tad overwhelmed lately? Let’s address that, shall we?

It’s time to tackle overthinking and in today’s edition we will explore together 7 techniques from the Japanese.

Have I ever been to Japan? No, not yet.

Am I obsessed with Japanese culture? No, but fascinated for sure!

The Japanese seem to just have it figured out. In the West, we generally love their art, architecture and interior design, fashion aesthetics, their food (it’s not just sushi…), skincare routines, furniture and don’t forget about Japanese blue denim!

But, with so much information being thrown our way every day, it’s good to bring mindfulness practices to the front.

In this edition of The Modern Thinker, we delve into 7 Japanese techniques to stop overthinking.

Shoganai

Number 1 is Shoganai, which means to embrace the “unavoidable”.

Practicing Shoganai means that you accept what you cannot control and focus your energy on what you can.

Shinrin-Yoku

Number 2 is Shinrin-Yoku, which means to engage in forest bathing or spending time in nature.

Yes, forest bathing is a real thing!

Practicing Shinrin-Yoky is about being surrounded by nature can help calm the mind and reduce overthinking by providing a peaceful environment.

Nenbutsu

Number 3 is Nenbutsu, which is a practice where a person repeats a sacred phrase or the name of Buddha to focus their mind and find peace.

The benefits of practicing Nenbutsu is that it brings calmness and mindfulness to our minds and bodies. Because they are connected.

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Now, let’s discover 4 more Japanese techniques to stop overthinking.