I think to the point where it creates an alternate reality and essentially self-doubt. Overthinking is a common thing we hear, and we often brush it off as something "everyone does." And while it is true that a lot of us fall into the pit of endless thought, the serious impacts it can have on our lives are things we don't usually think about.
Which brings me to the realization that this overthinking we all experience in life is a human situation that brings us closer together but also drives us crazy. Why? Because it causes us to assume and arrive at conclusions that might hold no factual/logical ground.
So thinking about what I hope to write in the future, the internal problem of the characters (and humans in general) often arises from personal doubt and the desire to have others reciprocate how we feel and how we see the world. We crave for interaction. Hence, it goes without saying that these expectations are usually unmet. So, in a sense, this should not be the driving force of a narrative, but rather a tool used to push the story forward by creating anxiety, suspense, and damaging relationships that seem crucial.
In real life, however, these assumptions and expectations can overwhelm us and lead to unnecessary unhappiness. Let's not be those people. Let us be clear with our loved ones about the way we feel and why we are upset/concerned. It's a win-win situation, even if things don't turn out the way we expect them.
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