These 5 Zodiac Signs Are the Worst Overthinkers

As folks who consider ourselves major overthinkers, we can't imagine what it's like to sit around and enjoy a moment in silence without a thousand thoughts flying through our minds each minute. We tend to turn concepts over in our heads again and again, and while this sometimes allows us to generate great ideas and inspire creativity, most of the time, it's entirely counterproductive.

We know we're not alone in feeling this week. If you relate, you just might fall under certain zodiac signs with a reputation for being major overthinkers. Below, discover the five signs with the biggest tendencies to overthink everything.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

It should come as no surprise that Gemini, the sign represented by twins in the zodiac, tends of overthink. They have a unique duality that allows them to see things from two opposing perspectives at the same time, and when you can see problems from all angles, you're naturally going to overthink them. Geminis also have a tendency toward boredom, and they seem out knowledge, communication and socialization as a way to find fulfillment. All of these outlets require their minds to be switched on, and they rarely give their brains a chance to rest because that would be way too dull. This makes them excellent friends who are quite brilliant, but at a cost.

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Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22)

Earth sign Virgo's overthinking is tied to their sense of perfectionism and their analytical minds. They often have extremely high standards, making them deeply critical of themselves and others, and they're willing to go to great lengths to get things right so they don't wind up embarrassing themselves with any mistakes of oversights in their week. They'll double- and triple-check pretty much everything they do, going over ever detail repeatedly. This can lead to feelings of stress and overwhelm, and the inclination to find problems even where there are none, until they can build greater confidence in their work. When this does happen, they can become virtually unstoppable.

 

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Libra (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22)

If you've wondered by Libra is represented by scales, when the other signs of the zodiac get creatures and people, it's because they're so focused on the important of balance and creating fairness. Often, this can make them people-pleasers who wind up prioritizing their own innate sense of justice above other, possible more important, things. When a situation arises, they're often left thinking about whether they're making the right choice for everyone, and since keeping everyone happy at all times is impossible, this quickly leads to overthinking and inaction. They can argue with themselves over just about anything, and they're as indecisive as they come, but it's really because their hearts are in the right place.

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Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)

Yes, all three air signs—Gemini, Libra and Aquarius—are on this list, and for good reason. Aquarius's approach to overthinking is a bit different from the others in that it's driven by their need to innovate and change the world. They're independent thinkers who don't just accept anything without their own careful consideration, and that can be a bit exhausting. They're rarely happy with the status quo, always considering how things could be better and thinking up solutions to problems. Their brains are always buzzing in the name of altruism and seeking the truth, and when they apply themselves, they have the potential to make a real difference.

 

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Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)

And finally, there's Pisces, whose dreaminess and imagination make them possibly the biggest overthinkers of he zodiac. For one, their empathy and intuition allow them to tune into the energy and emotions of others, which can impact their own moods and thoughts and get overwhelming very quickly. This can make them second-guess themselves constantly, especially when the mood in a room changes suddenly. They can also doubt themselves in social situations and ruminate over awkward memories or missed opportunities, moving away from these thoughts only be escaping into dream worlds of their own making, where these struggles are irrelevant. In a way, they overthink to avoid overthinking. By breaking or making the most of this cycle, they can truly learn to harness the creativity and kindness within.

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