Obsessing over small things?

Question

What is it called pschologically? How do you fix it?
The other day, while job searching, an HR lady emailed me asking some info about my experience and acedemic scores. I went over the response for 5hours before sending it! I felt it had to be just right, as if I can control the messeage and the reader's responses and feelings if I tailor the words the right way; thereby increasing my chances of another favorable response from the HR lady. Today, I called a place about an application deadline and the secretary started making small talk-I wasn't prepared for it so quickly stated my question and got off the phone-she seemed offended by me not chit-chatting. Now, I'm obsessing all day thinking about how I should have talked more to make a good impression. She doesn't know my name or anything but it seems I could have "worked" the conversation better. Now my head hurts thinking about it so much! It's not that I worry, but I obsess over thinking how I could have done it better-strategy.

Answer 1

It's called Obsessive-Compulsive disorder. I can be somewhat like that. One thing that helps is hearing things about the big picture. Get out of your "Its all about me" tendencies, and see what God made you for. Check out a book called "A Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren. I have it on CD. It really helps you to sort out what is important and whats not. Good Luck

Answer 2

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Answer 3

It sounds like you are having problems with anxiety. Please seek help from a professional. See a counselor first and he/she will help you to accomplish the goals you set for yourself. I have a general anxiety condition which is controlled medically, but there are lots of good things I can do to help with my condition - walking, exercising and talking with friends. Be patient and you will find that your problem can be solved with a little help from you and a professional counsel.

My prayers are with you.