Your thoughts are powerful because they become your reality.
Backed by Neuroscience
Neuroscientists have studied brain scans and MRIs to learn that repetitive thoughts form neural pathways. In these pathways, neurons are fired together and thus become wired together. Put simply, the more one thought or belief is reinforced, the stronger these neural pathways become. Similar to the same route you take to work or the same path you navigate in the grocery store, these thoughts become automatic and become the habit of our thinking pattern.
Neuroscientists have also coined the term “neuroplasticity” to refer to our brain’s ability to rewire these neural pathways. Our minds have the agility to change, which is expressed and reflected in our points of view. With the flexibility to change our neural pathways, we can essentially change our thinking and thoughts, thus also changing our life experiences.
So, what do all these big medical words have to do with the power of our thoughts? It gives credibility to an otherwise intangible concept. Discussions of consciousness can sometimes teeter based on judgement and opinion. However, there is medical, biological and physiological evidence that supports the power of positive thinking (or, conversely, the devastating effects of negative thinking) habits.
The Law of Attraction
The law of attraction states that people tend to attract similar people, and people’s thoughts can attract similar results. Those who can envision a desired outcome or goal in their mind’s eye will see it manifest in due time. This is also supported in psychology with cognitive behavior therapy, where clients are coached to reframe their thoughts and perspectives with affirmations.
When someone becomes aware of their thoughts, they live their lives with more intention, working diligently to send out the positive energy they seek in return. Though it is subtle and invisible, your thoughts are immensely powerful in determining your mindset and perception of reality.
Powerful Energy
Thoughts are energy, which some classify as vibrations. When seeking to reach a significant milestone or accomplishment, creative visualization becomes an invaluable tool in the law of attraction. Creative visualization is somewhat like practical daydreaming. The amount of attention, interest and enthusiasm in your thoughts gives them power. These thoughts influence your subconscious mind, which in turn will affect your actions. Your thoughts also emit energy and vibrations to other minds and people. When we focus on our dreams and goals, relevant people begin to become attracted to your energy, stepping into your life to help you achieve your goals. Your thoughts have the ability to not only affect your life but can also alter someone else’s mind and thoughts.
As you work to manifest your dreams and goals, the vision then becomes more certain. Your creative visualizations start to include more details and distinction. Your subconscious continually processes these thoughts, accepting these mental scenes as real experiences. Before long, your reality will match the creative images within your subconscious mind.
Your thoughts are powerful because they become your reality. By employing cognitive reframing and creative visualization techniques, you have the power to make incremental, intentional changes to your thinking habits. You’ll be able to determine the type of people you attract into your life and realize your accomplishments. It simply takes awareness to control this magnificent mental force, and you’ll have the life you’ve always visualized. QCBN
By Jamaal McCoy
Jamaal McCoy is the general manager of Findlay Auto Group Prescott. He can be reached at 928-443-8300 or jmccoy@findlayauto.com.