Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Juanmonino / Getty Images/iStockphoto It happened again: you got home late and started venting to your partner about your boss ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Harrison Monarth is an executive coach who covers leadership. Does your mind often return to an unpleasant or stressful event?

Rumination is when you mentally replay events. It's often mixed with worry. Sometimes it can feel more anxiety-related and sometimes more depressive. You might feel worked up, defeated, lonely, or ...

First, a couple of definitions. Worry vs. Rumination What is the difference between worry and rumination? Worry refers to repetitive negative thoughts about potentially unpleasant future events.