Our thoughts are nothing less than powerful, and they shape our everyday lives in ways that science has yet to comprehend fully. They can help manifest the life you’ve always dreamed of, but they can also be your worst enemy if you don’t know how to use their power accordingly. Thoughts can trap us into dark places if we give them the ability to do so.
Would it surprise you to know that the human mind processes thousands of thoughts every day? To keep our minds from becoming overwhelmed and overloaded, we have a filter located in our reticular activating system (RAS). What is our reticular activating system, you ask?
The Reticular Activating System (RAS)
The reticular activating system (RAS) is a collection of nerves located in the brainstem. Its primary purpose is to help control behavioral arousal, motivation, and consciousness and control your reactions to certain stimuli. The RAS is the guard dog that sits between your brain and your five senses. Think of it like a filtration system that determines the relevant information you need to receive and act accordingly.
So, how do you use this to your advantage? Since the RAS doesn’t recognize good vs. evil, you have to change your neural pathways. For example, if you hate to clean your house, the RAS will ensure that it filters out everything associated with tidying up. Try saying, “I love cleaning.” In other words, by changing your thought process, you’ll change your habits.
The Law of Attraction
The law of attraction is a philosophy that proposes like attracts like. For example, if you often have negative thoughts, you’ll attract negative outcomes. The law of attraction holds that thoughts are a form of energy, and that positive energy attracts success in all areas of life.
While some struggle with believing in the law of attraction, others swear by it. They claim by changing their thinking they are able to improve their spiritual, mental, and physical health and overall well-being. Here are some ways you can start harnessing the power of the law of attraction in your life:
- Be aware of negative thoughts
- Express gratitude
- Visualize your goals in great detail
- Search for positive outcomes in negative situations
- Practice using positive affirmations
It’s important to note that changes won’t happen overnight. However, adhering to the law of attraction can help you live a more positive and healthy life.
Remember, our thoughts can be complex. It takes time to make positive changes. But, if you do the work and strive to be better, you can’t go wrong. If your thoughts are powerful enough to wreck your world and bring you face to face with darkness, they are undoubtedly powerful enough to lead you into the light.
