April 2026 - Page 2 of 2 - David R Hamilton PHD

The Emotion that Silences Overthinking

By Dr David R Hamilton | April 1, 2026 |

partially snow-capped mountain ranger, looking over the top of a canopy of clouds. The sky is light blue in the background.

Research suggests that experiences of awe – moments when we encounter something vast or beautiful – can calm the brain systems associated with rumination and self-focused thinking.