Overthinking The Awesome
You've tried meditation. You've tried breathing exercises. You've been told to "just relax" or "stop worrying so much." And yet here you are—3 AM, wide awake, your brain running worst-case scenarios about something that happened years ago or might never happen at all. Your brain isn't broken. It's brilliant and bored. Overthinking the Awesome is a six-episode podcast series for anyone struggling with anxiety, overthinking, intrusive thoughts, and the mental spirals that steal your sleep and your peace. Instead of trying to silence your racing mind—spoiler: it doesn't work—you'll learn to redirect all that mental energy into clarity, confidence, and calm. In this series, you'll discover: How to catch "the click"—the split-second before anxious thoughts spiral out of control Why your inner critic won't shut up and how to finally fire your negative narrator How to retrain your mental algorithm so it stops feeding you catastrophic thinking and worry Why compliments feel suspicious, why imposter syndrome kicks in when things go right, and how to let positive things be true about you Real strategies for calming a restless mind without toxic positivity or empty affirmations This is a self-help podcast for overthinkers, worriers, perfectionists, and anyone whose brain treats 2 AM like prime problem-solving time. If you've ever wished you could just turn your mind off—or wondered how to stop overthinking everything—start here. Topics covered include: overthinking, anxiety, self-doubt, rumination, negative self-talk, inner critic, intrusive thoughts, worry, catastrophic thinking, imposter syndrome, mindset, mental wellness, self-improvement, cognitive reframing, confidence building and more. Based on the book Overthinking the Awesome: How to Turn Anxiety, Spiraling, and Self-Doubt Into Clarity and Confidence by David Cosgrove, which is available on Amazon, Kindle + Paperback and on Audible.
Episodes
Your brain isn't broken—it's brilliant and bored. If you struggle with overthinking, anxiety, or a racing mind that won't shut off, this episode is your starting point. Discover why overthinking isn't a flaw to fix but a superpower to redirect. You'll learn the core concept of "The Awesome" and why trying to stop spiraling thoughts is like standing in front of a river. The good news? You can redir...
Episode 2: Catching the Click There's a split second between a thought and a spiral—a tiny "click" where everything could go differently. If you've ever wondered how to stop anxiety before it takes over, this episode is for you. Learn how to recognize that moment before the overthinking loop, rumination, and worst-case-scenario thinking take hold, giving you the power to interrupt the pattern and choose a new di...
That voice in your head that critiques every move, predicts disaster, and reminds you of every mistake? It's time for a performance review. If you struggle with negative self-talk, self-doubt, or an inner critic that never lets up, this episode teaches you how to replace that harsh narrator with a supportive coach—without toxic positivity or pretending the voice doesn't exist.
Your mind works like a search engine, serving up results based on what you've been feeding it. If your default setting is worry, catastrophic thinking, and mental spirals, this episode shows you how to reprogram your mental feed. Shift from anxiety and worst-case scenarios to curiosity, clarity, and possibility. Same brain, better results.
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This is where it all comes together. See how the tools from previous episodes work as a system for managing anxiety, stress, and overwhelm in real-world situations—from 3 AM spirals to work pressure to relationship worries. When you know how to direct it, overthinking becomes strategic thinking, problem-solving, and a genuine competitive advantage.
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Why is it so hard to accept good things about yourself? If you struggle with low self-esteem, imposter syndrome, or dismissing your own accomplishments, this episode is for you. Explore why compliments feel suspicious, why success can trigger anxiety, and how to build genuine self-confidence by finally letting positive truths land.
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