Are You Stuck in a Thought Loop?

Do your thoughts feel like a broken record, playing the same worries or regrets over and over? It's a common, yet exhausting experience known as rumination. Take this quick quiz to see if you might be caught in a thought loop and how Resisting Rumination can help.

Instructions:
Read each statement and choose the answer that best describes you most of the time.

1, When you're trying to relax or fall asleep, what often happens with your thoughts?

A. My mind replays past conversations or mistakes repeatedly.
B. I worry intensely about things that might happen in the future.
C. My thoughts race from one concern to another, making it hard to settle.
D. All of the above, it's hard to turn my brain off.

2. How do you typically react to a minor setback or error?

A. I dwell on it for hours or even days, criticizing myself.
B. I immediately jump to imagining the worst possible consequences.
C. I blame myself excessively, even if others were involved.
D. It’s hard to move on; the thought keeps coming back.

3. When you're feeling down or anxious, what do you usually do mentally?

A. I analyze why I feel this way, but often get stuck without a solution.
B. I tend to isolate myself and replay negative interactions.
C. I constantly evaluate what I should have done differently.
D. My thoughts just swirl around the negativity without clear direction.

4. Do you find it hard to shift your focus away from a negative thought once it appears?

A. Yes, it feels like I'm trapped and can't control it.
B. Sometimes, but I can usually distract myself eventually.
C. Not really, I can usually move on.
D. It depends on how stressed I am.

5. How do you typically feel after a period of intense thinking about a problem?

A. Exhausted and more stressed than before.
B. A little clearer, but still unsettled.
C. I usually find a solution or feel better.
D. Overwhelmed and more down.

Quiz Results (Map answers to likelihood of rumination):

Mostly As or Ds: It sounds like you're very familiar with rumination and negative thought loops. Your mind tends to get stuck replaying the past, worrying about the future, or criticizing yourself without finding solutions. This website was built for you!

Mostly Bs: You might experience rumination, especially when it comes to worrying about the future or getting caught in specific negative analyses. You're definitely in the right place to learn how to manage these patterns.

Mostly Cs: While you might have occasional negative thoughts, you seem to be somewhat better at moving past them. However, if you find yourself here, you're likely looking for tools to become even more resilient against those persistent loops.

Call to Action After Results:

Good news! Recognizing you're in a thought loop is the powerful first step towards breaking free. At Resisting Rumination, we provide you with practical tools and strategies to cultivate a calmer, more present mind.