As an ENFP, do you often catch yourself in overthink mode and realize that it can be exhausting? ENFP brains tend to work overtime, and it can affect them negatively, making it challenging to be present at the moment and not worry about everything. Do you ever why ENFPs overthink and what can be done about it?
ENFPs overthink because they feel deeply. They have an intuitive function that makes them analyze everything and think of every possible outcome. They love deeply and always care about what others think or feel. They retreat to their thoughts to process emotions and information without pressure.
There are several reasons why ENFPs overthink – one reason being that it is a natural reaction to one of their primary auxiliary functions. They tend to feel everything deeply and need to be liked by all. Sometimes their overthinking is harmful and sometimes positive. Let’s take a look at the details.
Do ENFPs Overthink?
ENFPs are overthinkers. They have the extraverted intuitive function, which makes them naturally overanalyze and dissect every situation or piece of information they receive. They overthink conversations with others, whether they should have said more or nothing. They overthink how they reacted to situations or how people have responded to them.
ENFPs will rethink every moment through the day and wonder if they have messed up somewhere or hurt someone. They can’t help but wonder why people have said certain things and dissect everything from tone to body language of themselves and the people they interact with.
ENFPs are people-centered individuals. They love hard and a lot of themselves to other people. They put extensive time into being around others, being leaders, caregivers, good friends, etc., and sometimes it gets too much, and they start to wonder if they are doing enough, if they should be doing less or more and whether things are where they supposed to be.
What Causes ENFPS To Overthink?
It might be surprising to learn that ENFPs are quite introverted even though their primary function is extraverted. They are known as one of the most introverted of the extravert personalities. Their extraverted intuition is already a significant factor in their overthinking, but then they have some introverted qualities which make them withdraw and retreat into their own world.
During their time alone, they tend to overthink more. They use time and space to process information and situations in their lives.
Sometimes ENFPs overthinking comes because they withdraw from life for some time. They are often so busy being occupied with others and giving love to others that they forget to think. When they take some time off, they have no option but to process every thought that comes into their mind.
Not all ENFP overthinking moments are negative. ENFPs have an overworking brain when it comes to situations they feel strongly about or are attached to. ENFPs are highly philosophical and will think of ideas and possibilities. ENFP overthinking makes some of the best philosophers and entrepreneurs.
Are ENFPs Deep?
ENFPs are one of the deepest personalities. They love deeply, they care deeply, and they think deeply. ENFPs are highly attached to people and things. They are incredibly sentimental people and can be pretty sensitive at times.
They want everyone around them to be okay, and they don’t like conflict and confrontation. They never want to hurt others and feel bad if someone may be upset because of them. ENFPs are people-oriented and often people-pleasers. They will go above and beyond for others to make everyone happy, even at the cost of their own needs and emotions.
How ENFPs Can Overcome Overthinking
While ENFPs are quite the overthinkers, there are a few things they can do to help them work through it and possibly overcome their overthinking tendencies. Take a look at the tips below:
Accept Yourself For Who You Are
Overthinking happens when you often doubt yourself and question your life, actions, and choices. That can also occur if you have low self-esteem and a lack of confidence. ENFPs are super accommodating and inclusive of others. But it is also essential for you to accept yourself as you are.
Once you accept yourself wholeheartedly, it becomes easier to stop questioning your every move, response, interaction, and action. It will help you take deeper breaths and let things go. You will not constantly be thinking about the past or the next thing. You will be able to be present and enjoy where you are.
Set Boundaries And Learn To Say No
Boundaries are one of the important ways to avoid overthinking. When you don’t have limits, people tend to take advantage of you or overstep (even if they don’t mean to or don’t realize it). That causes resentment and puts the mind in overdrive, wondering why no one ever thinks or considers you the way you do for them.
Having a solid set of boundaries and learning to say no can help you overcome negative feelings, exhaustion, and frustrations. ENFPs take on a lot to help others and avoid disappointing those close to them. Sometimes it is at the expense of their own needs and mental health. Knowing when to say no and take on less will avoid many ill feelings and reduce overthinking.
Take Time To Recharge
Taking time for self-care and doing things you love can make a difference. Sometimes life gets stressful, tiring, and overwhelming. There is no space to relax the mind. It helps to take time alone or with a loved one you can trust to process your thoughts and feelings and organize your mind.
Overthinking is often the cause of rethinking. When you don’t process your thoughts or express your feelings, they keep popping up in your mind causing you to overanalyze and dissect every little thing, whether it is meaningful or not.
Taking the time to recoup allows you to clear your mind and enjoy the present. You can do this as much as needed or as often as you want. You will notice that you become more aware and conscious of your mind and your emotions and will be able to start processing them better, even in challenging situations.
Conclusion
ENFPs are natural overthinkers due to their extraverted intuitive function. They love hard and care deeply about others which causes them to overthink everything because they never want to disappoint others and always want to be liked. Sometimes ENFPs retreat to themselves to process their thoughts and feelings.
ENFPs need to take time to care for their needs as they care for others. They also need to set solid boundaries and be accepting of themselves. That helps them organize their mind and emotions and reduce overthinking, resulting in happier, present, clear-minded individuals.
