I tend to overthink things. And despite of sincere effort, I simply can’t stop my mind from divulging into the depths of every matter, every scenario, every probability. When something is the way it is, my mind wants to understand how it came to be this way. And it sometimes makes my life difficult, as it does for all the overthinkiers out there. Here are some of those issues with over thinkers: 1. High expectations. They’re hard on themselves because …

A wise Zen mentor was resting with his quick-witted disciple. The master took out a melon out of his bag and cut it in half for the two of them to eat. In the middle of the meal, the enthusiastic disciple said, “Teacher, I know everything you do has a meaning. Sharing this melon with me may be a sign that you have something to teach me.” Without any reaction, the master continued eating in silence. “I understand the mysterious …