Friday, August 8, 2014

Thought processes and wellness



As a man, or woman, 'thinkest' so they will be is a fact of life and something that most people know about. Today we are going to delve into the topic with a bit more depth.
Many thanks to the popular mind authors of the past, including but not limited to; James Allen, Napoleon Hill, Dale Carnegie, Maxwell Maltz, Ron Hubbard,  and many others whose ideas have been expressed many times in many ways by many authors - regardless of if these older authors were ever mentioned or not or how these folks are perceived personally.

The important contributions of modern psychologists, neuroscientists, and cognitive experts, are best understood when considered to be part of a synergistic, integrated whole - where ideas are considered from many places regardless of perceived status or scientific prestige.

Where do thought come from:
Regardless of whether thoughts are created within or outside of the brain - hmmm - they are there to help humans avoid danger and pursue survival. Anyone who has ingested a large amount of liquid before taking a trip, or hasn't eaten beforehand, would easily see where this is going - and how unconscious drives may readily become tangible thoughts very rapidly.
I once had a grad school professor who was intrigued with the complexity of why humans don't generally use fire hydrants like dogs when they have too !  Has to do with survival in a different way.
Of course, thoughts are also inspired by:
·         Those we live with or near
·         Co workers and those whom we work for
·         Movies, TV, Newspapers, Magazines and other media

Gut feelings versus thoughts:
Very few people can control their thoughts and the benefit of doing so may at most be limited. A common theme in the field of positive thinking is to pay attention to emotions and gut feelings. Easier said than done. This art of emotional awareness can help us to use the vast resources of the unconscious mind to help us pay attention to different things in our inner and/or outer worlds.
Mindfulness has its limits:
Being mindful of our breathing, or even walking patterns, may be very helpful to help us to switch gears to parasympathetic, or relaxation part of our autonomic nervous system.
However, those of your who have tried high diving, gymnastics, or even handstands, will note that the best strategy may be is to 'just do it' without over thinking or paying attention. The confidence built by acting this way will often change thoughts of fear  to those of success.

Accentuate the positive:
By building on successes, including successfully taking action as well as successful relaxation, like will often attract more of itself. By paying attention to the gut feeling associated with these positive experiences, we can help change thoughts into more positive directions, more positive actions and therefore more positive circumstances.

Balancing the brain and nervous system:
The phrase 'as below so above' aptly describes to the relationship between the brain and mind. When the brain and nervous system are well nourished, well rested, and programmed for success the mind will follow suit and vice versa. Healthy thoughts are connected to healthy brains.
Balance is key and subtle biochemical and physiological relationships are important to the success of the brain. For example, while it is well known that Iodine is necessary for thyroid health, very few people know that zinc is also a key ingredient for that very special gland - which is super important for brain health as well.
Magnesium has often been called the 'nutrient which can change one's life' , including providing relaxation and peace for an overstress nervous system. Some of you also know that magnesium  works along with Vitamins C and B6 - and that all of the B complex vitamins must remain in balance or the nervous system will not be!

Most important, as summer vacations are in full swing: please keep your brain and nervous system healthy on the road. Get plenty of rest and eat properly before driving, keep a safe distance between other cars, pass properly, and use your brain to pay attention while on the road!

Think and grow well!

Note: This is a reprint of my material

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