Complaining and Complaining: When Talking to Friends Can Become a Problem. “Co-rumination” refers to excessive talking about problems.
It is characterized by rehashing problems, speculating about problems, and dwelling on negative feelings. Rumination activates the stress and anxiety areas of the brain. Because rumination involves circular thinking, it tends to magnify problems. If a conversation does not lead to a solution after 15 minutes, it is better to leave the topic alone. If you notice that a conversation is going in circles instead of moving a solution, you should stick to a certain conclusion.