Human beings are the highest form of creation because we have the gift of thought. A common myth is that we are bystanders in life and we must accept whatever experiences we are faced with. The truth is that by taking control over the thoughts and images we focus on, we can create our life experiences. Science has proven through quantum physics and neuroscience that every thought we think creates a physical reaction in our body. Scientists have measured that the average human has approximately 70,000 thoughts a day, most of our thoughts share a common theme and 90% of our thoughts are the same from yesterday. Essentially our minds are programmed to give us the same experience through our thoughts, emotions and actions day after day.
The problem arises when we do NOT like the experience we are living. What happens when we decide we no longer want or like our current situation? Many of us since the beginning of the pandemic have been experiencing chronic stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma from loss, illness, or civil unrest. We are overwhelmed with thoughts, emotions and behaviors that perpetuate an unhealthy experience of ourselves. The good news is that we do not have to accept our current experience, no matter what your present situation may look like, you absolutely have the power to change it. According to Neuroscientist, Dr. Joe Dispenza, “We can either choose to be defined by the thoughts of our past or by a vision of our future.” I would like to share with you 3 simple rules to becoming a Master of Your Mind.
Rule #1: When we give our mind clear instructions about what we want, our mind follows our words and the images we create like a blueprint. Your ability to communicate with yourself is the most important skill you can learn. Our mind’s job is to protect us and keep us safe from harm. It hears everything we say. It does not differentiate between what is good or bad, it simply does what it thinks we want. Remember, every muscle in your body responds to the words you tell it. For example, when we say words like, “This is killing me,” “This is driving me crazy,” “I hate this,” or “I don’t like this,” our mind creates changes in our body that supports our avoidance of the pain in order to keep us safe. Eliminating our internal critic immediately reduces stress. Choose an attitude of non-judgment and kindness. Decide how you want to feel about yourself or a situation, then tell yourself what you need to hear in order to feel that way. Use words like “It thrills me,” “This excites me,” “I love this,” “It makes me happy,” and so on. Talk your mind into what you want by using words that are descriptive, words that create images, words that evoke emotions, and speak words with conviction. Speaking “I am enough,” and “I am worthy” bolsters your belief in yourself. Marisa Peer, international therapist and founder of RTT, says “You make your habits, then your habits make you.”
Rule #2: Give your mind time to create by being still and just breathe. Being present in the moment slows down your brain. Try this calming technique to get in touch with the pure love at your heart’s center. Rub your hands together to activate the energy in the palms of your hands and place your hands on your heart. Breathe; take a breath in and give one away. Allow your mind to imagine a life of abundance. Create an image or movie in your mind of yourself living out your heart’s desire. Focus your senses on experiencing yourself in the dream so your body believes it’s real. Our minds can’t differentiate between what is real or imagined. Science teaches us that where our focused attention is placed, our energy follows. Choose to focus your energy on creating a vision of your future by the daily practice of being still and using your imagination, emotion, and senses to be creative.
Rule #3 The mind learns by repetition. “Repetition Builds Retention.” The mind responds to words, pictures, and music. Make what you want familiar by repeating your words, singing your words, and replaying the images in your mind. Often people think change is hard and takes a long time. The truth is that change is easy once you decide what you want. When you tell your mind exactly what you want to experience and how you want to feel, and you repeat it daily for more than 30 days consistently, it changes our brain and recodes our program. If you hit a roadblock, say the words, “I could do this___, but I am choosing to do this___. I am choosing to feel good about it.” Making something familiar requires repetition. Create a song or a mantra of self-praise and sing it daily. My favorite mantra is “Everything is always working out for my highest good no matter what.”
Remember how you experience yourself is a direct result of the words you use to speak to yourself and the images you create in your mind. If you follow these 3 easy rules, you will begin to experience more of what you want. Self-praise is a game changer and learning to effectively communicate with your mind is a life changer.
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