Thinking too much leads to paralysis. Action is where clarity lives.
RYAN HOLIDAY
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Overthinking isn’t intelligence ; it’s a glitch. You’re not gaining insight. You’re just replaying thoughts like a broken track. This isn’t about “thinking less.” It’s about thinking clearer.
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