I Am Not My Thoughts - Harrison Mungal

From the time we are born, many things shape the way we think. Our culture, family, schooling, parenting, marriage, and jobs all play a part in building our thoughts and how we see ourselves and the world. If we grow up in a family that values hard work or education, a push to work hard, it adds to the complexity of our thoughts. Same would apply to those who were raised in a dysfunctional home, where addictions, abuse, trauma and even being raised by a single parent affects our thinking. It's important to remember that thoughts themselves aren't good or bad, it's what we do with them that really matters.

As children, our minds are like sponges soaking up everything around us. This shapes the views and biases that might stay with us our whole lives. But our thinking doesn't have to stay the same. Over time, we can change the way we think. This ability to change our thoughts can make a big difference. It can help us move past harmful thinking patterns and become more flexible in our thinking.

We often focus more on negative thoughts than positive ones. This might come from feeling insecure, not confident, or from situations that point out our flaws. Instead of blaming ourselves or others, we should try to understand why we think this way. We need to learn how to separate ourselves and others from problems and target the problem and not the person.

Our beliefs also play a big role in how we think. Being open to new ideas and ready to question our own beliefs can help us grow mentally. If we stick too firmly to old beliefs, we limit how much we can learn and grow.

There are different parts of our brain are responsible for different kinds of thinking. Some of us might be more logical and analytical, while others are more creative and emotional. Whether or not we have a clear plan for our lives can either make our thoughts more chaotic or give us a sense of direction.

Thoughts are also influenced by the world around us. Advice from someone we respect or a mean comment from someone else can change how we feel and think. Our perceptions can have a negative impact on our lives more than we can imagine. Being bullied or manipulated can mess with our ability to think clearly and make us doubt ourselves. 

This understanding helps us navigate through our thoughts more effectively, allowing us to change, refine, and even completely transform how we think. Knowing where our thoughts come from not only offers insight into our own minds but also empowers us to guide our thoughts in new, more positive directions.

Unwanted, intrusive thoughts can interrupt our peace of mind. These thoughts usually come from past bad experiences, traumas, or deep fears. Learning how to handle these unwanted thoughts can really help improve our mental health and happiness.

Just like an athlete works hard to be in top shape, we can train our minds to focus on success and well-being. This strong mindset includes being resilient, staying focused, changing our behaviours, choices and always trying to better ourselves. 

Finally, seeing ourselves as others see us can give us a complete picture of who we are and how we think. This means being honest with ourselves, recognizing our faults, and pursuing to become better than our best. By doing this, we can overcome obstacles, take on challenges, and move past regrets. This leads to a life that's more rewarding and meaningful. This book will help your understand you thoughts and how to get rid of unwanted intrusive thoughts that is affecting you day-today life. Your will be empowered to tap into the power of resiliency to become an achiever in life.