3 Ways To Have A Beautiful Mind, Starting Today

‘I think, therefore I am’ exclaimed Rene Descartes the famous French Philosopher. He could very well have said ‘How I think determines how I am’. Put it another way, you are what you think. Thoughts are extremely powerful tools that can determine not only our moods but also our decisions and actions.

Andrew Young, Author of A Way Out of No Way says:

‘I have about concluded that wealth is a state of mind, and that anyone can acquire a wealthy state of mind by thinking rich thoughts.’

So what is the difference between a rich thought and a poor one? And can we train your mind to think better? The answer is yes. It all starts with our point of view. Here’s a quick test:

Think of something that has happened to you recently that has upset you, depressed you or made you mad. Now think about it again and find something good to say about it.

Here are three keys you can use from today for the rest of your life to changing the way you think for the better:

1. ‘Praise the bridge that carried you over.’ George Colman

You, like I, can probably look back at parts of your life that were difficult in the extreme. However, you can also probably think of something or someone that helped you through. Maybe a card or a phone call when you needed it, a kind word or a shoulder to cry on. Remember those things, they are the bridge that got you over the canyon.

2. Love and be loved

Who makes you happy? Who are the people past and present who have made your life worth living. Let them know. Celebrate each other. Make your own special occasions. Go somewhere special with someone worthwhile.

3. Look for the good in the day

What happened today that you can be thankful for? Sunshine, great coffee, a good book, laughter, a song on the radio, a relaxing bath at the end of a long day? As you go about your day, look for the little things that make it better: the flowers growing out of the tarmac.

‘The Bible indicates that our thought lives ultimately determine our character. Solomon said, “For as he thinks within himself, so he is” (Pro. 23:7).’ Jerry Bridges, The Pursuit of Holiness

You only have to pick up a newspaper or magazine to read about people, like you and me, who have been through the most extraordinary circumstances. Who bear testimony to the simple fact that anger, fear, bitterness, resentment and loss can all be channelled positively and ultimately help them to move out of the shadows. It’s not an easy path to take It’s not an easy path to take but the view is much better once you get into the light.

Here’s a true story from an article called The Rescuing Hug:

The article details the first week of life of a set of twins. Apparently, each was in their respective incubators, and one was not expected to live. A hospital nurse fought against the hospital rules and placed the babies in one incubator. When they were placed together, the healthier of the two threw an arm over her sister in an endearing embrace. The smaller baby’s heart rate stabilized and her temperature rose to normal.

Let us remember to embrace those whom we love today.

He believes in YOU!