Have you ever caught yourself stuck in a spiral of negative thoughts?

Do you have a go-to way to reset when you’re feeling overwhelmed?

Today, Jay dives into one of the most common modern struggles: overthinking. Whether it's an unanswered text, a mistake at work, or uncertainty about your next step, our minds often trap us in loops of doubt, fear, and frustration. But what if the path to peace starts with a few spiritual truths?

In this episode, Jay shares timeless wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita and Buddhist teachings to help you finally stop spiraling and start releasing. He walks you through five powerful shifts—from learning how to emotionally declutter your space and mind, to embracing the truth that pain is part of life, but suffering is a choice. Jay also introduces practical rituals—like writing and discarding thoughts—that are scientifically proven to help you regulate difficult emotions.

With heartfelt insight, Jay explores how we can become friends with our own minds and stop rehearsing conversations and conflicts that never happen. He urges us to face the things we’re avoiding, take action instead of postponing, and learn the art of letting go with intention.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to Stop Thought Spirals Before They Take Over.

Why Writing Down Your Emotions Can Help You Let Go.

The Difference Between Pain and Suffering—and How to Reduce Both.

How Your Environment Impacts Your Mental State.

Why Speaking the Truth Sets You Free from Overthinking.

This episode is your invitation to choose presence over perfection and peace over pressure. Whether you're caught in a loop of overthinking or simply craving clarity, this conversation will bring you back to stillness.

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discussed:

00:00 Introduction

00:43 How to Let Go Gracefully

04:58 #1: How Writing Down Your Thoughts Calm Your Mind

09:00 #2: How to Start Decluttering Your Mind

15:23 #3: How Acceptance Lessens the Pain

20:11 #4: How to Have Difficult Conversations Real Time

21:30 #5: Don't Delay What Can Be Done Today

Have you ever caught yourself stuck in a spiral of negative thoughts?
Do you have a go-to way to reset when you&rsquo;re feeling overwhelmed?
Today, Jay dives into one of the most common modern struggles: overthinking. Whether it's an unanswered text, a mistake at work, or uncertainty about your next step, our minds often trap us in loops of doubt, fear, and frustration. But what if the path to peace starts with a few spiritual truths?
In this episode, Jay shares timeless wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita and Buddhist teachings to help you finally stop spiraling and start releasing. He walks you through five powerful shifts&mdash;from learning how to emotionally declutter your space and mind, to embracing the truth that pain is part of life, but suffering is a choice. Jay also introduces practical rituals&mdash;like writing and discarding thoughts&mdash;that are scientifically proven to help you regulate difficult emotions.
With heartfelt insight, Jay explores how we can become friends with our own minds and stop rehearsing conversations and conflicts that never happen. He urges us to face the things we&rsquo;re avoiding, take action instead of postponing, and learn the art of letting go with intention.
In this episode, you&rsquo;ll learn:
How to Stop Thought Spirals Before They Take Over.
Why Writing Down Your Emotions Can Help You Let Go.
The Difference Between Pain and Suffering&mdash;and How to Reduce Both.
How Your Environment Impacts Your Mental State.
Why Speaking the Truth Sets You Free from Overthinking.
This episode is your invitation to choose presence over perfection and peace over pressure. Whether you're caught in a loop of overthinking or simply craving clarity, this conversation will bring you back to stillness.
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe <a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe">here.</a>
Join Jay for his first ever, On Purpose Live Tour! <a href="http://jayshetty.me/tour">Tickets</a> are on sale now. Hope to see you there!
What We Discussed:
00:00 Introduction
00:43 How to Let Go Gracefully
04:58 #1: How Writing Down Your Thoughts Calm Your Mind
09:00 #2: How to Start Decluttering Your Mind
15:23 #3: How Acceptance Lessens the Pain
20:11 #4: How to Have Difficult Conversations Real Time
21:30 #5: Don't Delay What Can Be Done Today

I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace.

I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace.
I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

My name is Jay Shetty, and my purpose is to make wisdom go viral. I’m fortunate to have fascinating conversations with the most insightful people in the world, and on my podcast, I’m sharing those conversations with you. New episodes Mondays and Fridays. Please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. Live life today ON PURPOSE.

My name is Jay Shetty, and my purpose is to make wisdom go viral. I’m fortunate to have fascinating conversations with the most insightful people in the world, and on my podcast, I’m sharing those conversations with you. New episodes Mondays and Fridays. Please rate and review the podcast if you enjoy it. Live life today ON PURPOSE.

Do THIS 2 Minute Trick To Stop a Negative Spiral INSTANTLY (Overthinkers You Need to Hear This Episode!)

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