When Small Problems Loom Too Large

Psychology Today | 17.02.2026 01:33
Sometimes, big emotions come into play with some small practical problem too inconsequential to mention—and yet you find yourself mentioning it all too often. To friends who are starting to roll their eyes. To colleagues who change the subject. You sort of know you’ve given the issue too much weight for what it is, but you have no idea why it’s in the forefront of your mind.