The Worry Tree is a classic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tool used to break the cycle of unproductive overthinking. Most of us spend a significant amount of our mental energy worrying about things that haven't happened yet, or things we have absolutely no control over. This creates a state of chronic stress without providing any solutions.
This worksheet guides you through a logical decision-making process. By asking yourself a simple question—'Is this a problem I can do something about?'—you can categorize your worries and apply the correct psychological strategy. If the answer is yes, we move into proactive planning. If it's no, we practice the art of refocusing and letting go.
Using the Worry Tree consistently helps retrain your brain to prioritize effective problem-solving over 'passive' worrying. It is particularly effective for Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and for anyone who feels overwhelmed by a long list of concerns.
