Hello, I have been suffering from overthinking for the past several years. I have not taken any spec

What you describe is not a defect of who you are, it is a fatigue of the mind that has been left alone for too long. Overthinking is not thinking too much, it is thinking without rest, without a place where thoughts can land and be held. When the mind runs without containment, it turns against the self and slowly convinces you that life has no meaning and that you are the problem.

You are not useless, you are exhausted. And exhaustion changes the way reality looks. Depression often speaks with the voice of certainty, but it lies. The headache you feel is not only physical, it is the body asking for silence, rhythm, care.

The first step is not to fight your thoughts, but to interrupt their tyranny. This means giving your mind an external support: a therapist, a structured routine, moments where the body leads and the mind follows, like walking, breathing, listening to music, sleeping at regular hours. Do not face this alone. Asking for help is not weakness, it is intelligence.

Meaning is not found by thinking harder, but by reconnecting with experience, with the body, with relationship. Start small. One appointment, one habit, one human connection. Life returns when it is allowed to be lived, not solved.

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Hi, I am very sorry to hear that you are going through such a difficult time. Feeling exhausted, hopeless, and physically drained by your thoughts is incredibly heavy to carry, but please know that you are not alone, and there is a path toward feeling better.my first and most important advice is to consult a healthcare professional or a mental health specialist. Best regards,
Dott.ssa Alessia D'Angelo

Hello, thank you for sharing what you are going through. What you describe sounds very painful and exhausting, and it makes sense that after years of overthinking you now feel depleted, hopeless, and disconnected from meaning. Persistent overthinking often keeps the mind in a constant state of tension and self-criticism, which over time can contribute to depressive symptoms such as feeling useless, empty, or “not made for this world,” as well as physical symptoms like headaches and fatigue.

It is important to know that these thoughts are not facts about who you are, but expressions of a mind that is overwhelmed and stuck in repetitive, negative patterns. Working on overthinking usually involves learning how to relate differently to your thoughts, reducing rumination, and addressing the underlying emotional distress. Approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based interventions can be very effective in helping you regain mental clarity, emotional balance, and a sense of purpose. At the same time, it would be important to assess whether you are experiencing a depressive episode, so that you can receive appropriate and personalized support.

Given the intensity and duration of your symptoms, I strongly recommend that you deepen this work with a mental health specialist, who can help you understand what is happening and guide you step by step toward feeling better. You do not have to face this alone.

Dottoressa Silvia Parisi
Psicologa Psicoterapeuta Sessuologa

Buongiorno, probabilmente la sua ansia e depressione hanno bisogno oggi di uno sostegno psicoterapeutico e forse farmacologico. Chieda aiuto e sostegno ad un psicoterapeuta. Cordiali saluti. Dott.ssa Alessandra Domigno

Dear Friend,

From what you describe, it sounds like you may be going through a period of deep emotional pain, possibly consistent with major depression. I want you to know that you are not alone in this, and that what you are experiencing is real, heavy, and deserving of care.

The constant overthinking you mention, along with the exhausting feeling of worthlessness, can be incredibly draining. Many people struggle with these same thoughts and emotions, and with the right support, it is truly possible to find relief and regain a sense of meaning and self-worth.

I would gently encourage you to consider consulting a psychotherapist and beginning a therapeutic process. Therapy can offer a safe, compassionate space to understand what you are going through and to work, step by step, toward feeling better.

You deserve help, understanding, and kindness — especially from yourself.

With my warmest wishes,
Dr. Ventura

Thank you for sharing your experience. What you describe sounds deeply painful and it deserves to be taken seriously. Even if it may seem obvious because it's a psychologist talking, approaching the world of psychotherapy could be an important step.
Therapy offers a safe space to explore the inner dynamics you describe, to better understand where these thoughts come from, and to give proper voice to your suffering rather than facing it alone. You are not weak for feeling this way, and you are not “made wrong” for this world, you are a person experiencing distress. With professional support, it is possible to find meaning, relief, and new ways of relating to your thoughts and emotions. I wish you to find clarity and your own direction, Dott.ssa Covri Annalisa

Dear user,
I understand how frustrating it can be to feel stuck while genuinely wanting to feel better.
When a person is in a depressive state, it is not only mood that is affected: the whole body is involved. Depression is a condition that concerns both mind and body; it lowers (and at times almost extinguishes) energy, flattens emotions, and makes everything appear meaningless. It is like looking at the world through dark lenses that seem to show a harsh reality, when in fact what is being perceived is not objective reality, but reality filtered through depression.
If this state spreads and deepens, it can intensify further, creating a spiral in which everything becomes increasingly exhausting, empty, and devoid of meaning, making it harder to find a way out.
On a more existential level, it becomes important to try to take an active role in one’s own life in order to rediscover meaning and purpose—not by “filling the void” with random activities, but by gradually re-engaging in the construction of what gives value to one’s life. The crucial point, however, is that when depression is severe, this step can be very difficult to take on one’s own. The ability to find meaning, in fact, does not depend solely on willpower, but also on one’s neuro-psychological state.
Fortunately, effective treatments are available today, both pharmacological and psychotherapeutic, and their integration often leads to the best outcomes. It is often precisely the right kind of support that makes it possible, step by step, to regain a more active and vital role in one’s own path, which gradually begins to make sense again.
I hope this response is helpful to you. I wish you to feel better again soon.

Good morning,
your discomfort seems to be the beginning of depression. Start psychotherapy; it may help you feel better over time.

Best regards
Dr. Ferrara

Good evening. From your words, I can understand that you are experiencing a state of suffering. When overthinking that is, intrusive and continuous thoughts is not managed, it can unfortunately lead to low mood and feelings like the ones you are describing. There are many specialists who can help with this type of difficulty, and if the feelings you are experiencing are very intense and significantly interfere with your daily life, it would be advisable to seek a professional consultation with a psychotherapist.

Hi, I highly suggest you to contact a cognitive behavioral psychotherapist in order to work on your overthinking and depression. Your headache will probably improve too. Wish you all the best. Luisa

Dear User, sometimes we round ourselves up to the idea of having to do something, while the most difficult thing is avoiding action, and staying cool.
Have you considered yet the option of seeing a professional to learn how to keep yourself in good company, while alone?

Hello, i suggest you, at first, to undertake a psychotherapy, in order to to understand these symptoms and your suffering in general. Search for a practitioner in your city, i hope you'll soon fine, Greetings

Good evening.
Let me tell that you are not useless in this world. This is the consequence of the overthinking that make you feel alone in this world.
The more the overthinking is "working", the less you feel alive.
For sure you feel very exhausted, it take a lot of energies to keep on thinking and this process should be the cause of the headache.
The worst you feel, the most you overthink. It's like spiraling.
I'm available for a deeper analysis of your life story and for your feelings.

Dott.ssa Angeli Giulia

I’m sorry you’re going through this. What you describe reflects a state of deep mental exhaustion and depression rather than a flaw in who you are. Long-term overthinking often starts as an attempt to manage inner distress, but over time it keeps the mind in constant tension, leading to hopelessness, fatigue, and even physical symptoms like headaches.

Thoughts such as feeling useless or believing life is pointless are typical expressions of depression, not objective truths about you. When someone is in this state, meaning and motivation feel inaccessible, but this does not mean they are gone permanently.

Seeking support from a mental health professional would be an important step, as therapy can help you understand and contain these thoughts instead of being overwhelmed by them. For now, the goal is not to find answers about life, but to reduce the inner pressure and regain some stability. If at any point you feel unsafe or have thoughts of harming yourself, please reach out immediately to local crisis or emergency services. You deserve support, and this state can change.

Gentilissimo, ti scrivo in italiano per poter aiutare anche altre persone che come te hanno la stessa difficoltà.
Ti ringrazio per aver condiviso con me questo vissuto così doloroso.
Quello che descrivi, questo stato di esaurimento mentale, la sensazione di inutilità e il distacco dal mondo, è la manifestazione di un carico emotivo che porti da troppo tempo da solo.
I pensieri ossessivi che riferisci agiscono come un rumore di fondo costante: non sorprende che tu ti senta esausto e che sperimenti un mal di testa cronico.
Quando la mente è costantemente in 'iper-lavoro' per analizzare o contrastare questi pensieri, esaurisce le energie vitali, portando a quella visione cupa e priva di senso (la sensazione di 'non essere fatti per questo universo') che è tipica di una fase depressiva.
Ecco alcuni passi fondamentali che ti suggerisco di intraprendere per iniziare a stare meglio:
Consulto Specialistico: Poiché questa sofferenza dura da anni e sta intaccando la tua voglia di vivere, il primo passo è una valutazione clinica approfondita. Ti consiglio di rivolgerti a uno psicoterapeuta.
Tu Non sei i tuoi pensieri: È importante che tu sappia che l'idea di essere 'inutile' non è un dato di realtà, ma un sintomo del tuo attuale stato di sofferenza.
La depressione distorce la percezione di sé e del futuro.
Quello che senti è reale, ma ciò che pensi in questo momento non è la verità su chi sei.
Piccole azioni di cura: Mentre cerchi il supporto professionale, prova a ridurre le aspettative su te stesso. Quando il mal di testa e la stanchezza si fanno sentire, cerca di praticare tecniche di respirazione o di 'grounding' (ancoraggio alla realtà) per uscire dal circolo vizioso dei pensieri.
Se senti che la disperazione diventa troppo difficile da gestire o se dovessi avere pensieri di farti del male, ti prego di non aspettare: rivolgiti immediatamente al pronto soccorso più vicino o contatta un servizio di emergenza psicologica come il Telefono Amico o il numero nazionale per l'emergenza.
Non devi affrontare tutto questo da solo.
Esistono percorsi specifici che possono aiutarti a ritrovare il tuo spazio in questo mondo e a liberarti dal peso di questi pensieri."
Con affetto Denise

Hi, I’m really sorry you’re feeling this way. What you describe sounds deeply painful and exhausting, and it makes sense that years of constant overthinking would leave you feeling depleted, hopeless, and disconnected from meaning.

Persistent overthinking is not just “thinking too much”, it often reflects an underlying emotional struggle, such as unprocessed stress, self‑criticism, or long‑standing feelings of inadequacy. Over time, this mental overload can contribute to depressive symptoms, including low mood, loss of meaning, fatigue, and even physical symptoms like headaches.

The thoughts you mention (“I’m useless”, “I’m not made for this world”) are not facts, but signals of distress. They usually say more about how overwhelmed and alone you feel than about who you truly are. When the mind is exhausted, it tends to turn against itself.

What can help most is not trying to “stop” these thoughts on your own, but getting support. Talking with a psychotherapist can help you understand where these patterns come from, learn how to relate differently to your thoughts, and gradually reconnect with a sense of purpose and self‑worth. In some cases, a psychiatric evaluation can also be helpful to assess whether medication might support you alongside therapy.

You don’t have to face this alone, and the fact that you’re asking for help already shows strength and awareness. With the right support, you can work through this step by step and gradually reconnect with yourself and a life that truly feels worth living.

Hallo, I think a psycotherapy could help with your thoughts