In another one of her powerful Instagram videos, motivational speaker and influencer Afnan Khalifa (@theafnankhalifa) challenged women to rethink their habit of repetitive venting, arguing that it hinders personal growth and financial success.
The viral message posted on July 20, 2025, captioned “Stop talking about the same situation over and over again to six different people and thinking it’s venting. Get busy. Move on. Accomplish more,” has resonated with thousands, sparking conversations about mental clarity and productivity.
Khalifa’s video addresses a common behavior: spending hours on the phone discussing the same problems repeatedly.
“You ever notice how some women are always on the phone every morning, every night, same conversation, same drama, just a different day?” she asks, highlighting the mental loop created by over-discussing issues. She explains that this habit traps individuals in a cycle of confusion and exhaustion, as “your nervous system can’t tell the difference between what’s happening and what you’re rehearsing.”
The influencer warns that constantly rehashing problems—whether about confusion, setbacks, or drama, reinforces negative mental states.
“When you spend two hours talking about how confused you are, you become more confused,” Khalifa states. She argues that this “mental loop” drains energy, stifles creativity, and impedes execution, leaving individuals feeling “tired” and “stuck” despite their potential. Her solution? “Get quiet. Get focused. And give your mind space to move forward instead of explaining the past over and over again.”
The post has garnered significant engagement on Instagram, with users praising Khalifa’s candid advice. Comments like “This hit hard—time to stop the cycle!” reflect the video’s impact on viewers seeking to reclaim their mental energy.
Khalifa’s message aligns with broader discussions on social media about women’s empowerment and mental health, particularly among communities of color, where systemic stressors can amplify the need for effective coping strategies.
Experts in psychology support Khalifa’s perspective. A 2023 study from the American Psychological Association noted that repetitive negative thinking, including excessive venting, can exacerbate stress and reduce problem-solving capacity.
Khalifa’s call to “get busy” and “accomplish more” resonates with cognitive behavioral techniques that teach redirecting focus toward actionable goals.
For those inspired to act, Khalifa’s advice is clear: break the venting cycle by prioritizing focus and forward movement. Her Instagram platform, @theafankhalifa.
