The power of the mind is a curious thing – it is simultaneously so powerful yet so difficult to control at times. We often find ourselves trapped in thought patterns, knowing full well that these thoughts may be creating trouble for us, yet struggling to break free of them.
Many people have experienced this phenomenon, such as getting sick at the same time every year or every time they travel by plane. They may even be aware that their beliefs and expectations are influencing their physical experiences. And yet, they continue to expect and, consequently, manifest the very outcomes they dread.
The Mind-Body Connection
Sometimes, getting sick can serve a purpose, allowing us to process something or move energy through the body. But more often than not, we find ourselves feeling unwell or exhausted not because our body needs it, but because we fail to harness the immense power of our minds in service of our physical health – one of its most important functions.
We have the remarkable ability to use our minds to communicate with and influence our physical being. Yet, we frequently regard the mind and body as separate entities with little interaction.
Harnessing the Mind’s Healing Power
Knowing this, we hold the power to create both physical and mental health – simply by paying attention to the “tapes” running in our minds. Once we become aware of our internal dialogue, we have the option to let that tape keep playing or to make a new recording.
When we consciously choose supportive, healing words that foster good health and high spirits, we harness the power of the mind in our defense. It’s as if we are the master gardener, tending to the field of our mind with an attentive and loving hand – culling out the weeds of negative thinking so that the blossoms of wellness may come to full fruition.
The Path to Wellbeing
All it takes is this simple act of mindfulness – of tuning in to the chatter of our own minds and taking responsibility for the narratives we choose to perpetuate. By doing so, we unlock the immense potential of our thoughts to shape our physical and mental experiences, paving the way for true, holistic wellbeing.
