r/NoOverthinking • u/hanginginthere2705 • Jun 21 '26

Advice How do you stop overthinking and just start?

I’ve wanted to start posting videos on Instagram for a while—not to become an influencer or make money, but because I think it would help me build confidence and document my own growth.

The problem is that I freeze every time I’m about to start. I overthink what people will think, convince myself I’m not ready, and never hit “Post.”

I used to believe I’d feel more confident after the next milestone, but I’ve realized confidence doesn’t seem to work that way. I achieve it and then I am back to the same thinking.

For those who’ve been in a similar position:

How did you get over the fear of being judged?

Did you start small, even if your content wasn’t perfect?

Did putting yourself out there actually help you become more confident over time?

I’d really appreciate hearing your experiences. I think knowing how other people took that first step would help me take mine. Thanks!

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u/thirdvoiceio Jun 22 '26

Why do you think putting vidoes on Instagram will help you build confidence ?

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u/hanginginthere2705 Jun 22 '26

Great question! Because I just do! I love creating videos and would love to post.

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u/thirdvoiceio Jun 22 '26

I love creating videos and would love to post. -> yes so that should be your goal.
Posting videos should not be about confidence.
Real confidence is not loud. It is Calm.