INFOGRAPHICWELL-BEING

Ruminate: What Does It Mean?

By Twill Care Editors
Reviewed by Susan Ko, Ph.D.
September 15, 2023
Definition of ruminate: To think repetitive thoughts, often in a negative way, that causes distress and doesn't lead to problem-solving.

To ruminate is to engage in a type of incessant worrying that causes distress and generally does little to help solve the issue at hand. If you’re stuck ruminating, try to set boundaries on how much time you devote to thinking about your worry.

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