Weekly Mental Health Tip to Reduce Rumination & Support Recovery: Thought Parking Lot Technique
How the Thought Parking Lot Technique Can Stop Overthinking and Improve Focus Weekly Mental Health Tip: This week, try the “Thought Parking Lot” technique. Whenever a stressful or repetitive thought arises, write it down in a notebook or digital note, with the intention to revisit it later. Instead of letting these thoughts loop in your mind, this simple exercise gives your brain permission to set them aside for now, freeing mental space for focus and calm. Why it matters Persistent rumination , replaying distressing thoughts over and over, is strongly linked to anxiety, depression, and even physical health impacts. By parking thoughts rather than letting them dominate your mind, you reduce cognitive overload, improve emotional clarity, and support mental health recovery . This practice also encourages intentional problem-solving without the constant weight of intrusive thinking. Scientific evidence: Expressive writing about life goals or concerns has been shown ...