Changing your thoughts

Changing your thoughts and beliefs can be a lifetime process. We are constantly bombarded by others thoughts and beliefs and we can either be true to our own set of beliefs or adapt another. An example of this is our concept of country and sovereign states. We all know we live on the same planet that we call Earth. We know that that any boundaries made on this planet are designed by man and those we give the power too. Why then do we look upon countries and say one is third world, one a super power and another may be in an “Axis of evil”. They are manifestations of other peoples beliefs and boundaries, but we respect that and give it power. Our Inner beliefs may be some of the same shared beliefs.

We are identified in our culture by our gender, yet do we not have some of the same characteristics of both sexes? I am male yet I can be an artist and also change the plugs on my car. Both can be extremes of gender identification We need some of our beliefs for outside recognition and to belong to a society but our Inner beliefs about ourselves and others do not need the restrictions of society. How can I embrace my entire self? It starts with knowing and understanding the patterns of thought make up who we are. We indentify each part for what its role is in our being. An example is our ego, a term we use to encompass our outer personality. Can we survive without an ego? I would think not as this is what others see and exhibits certain control from our baser instincts. But if the ego is left unchecked and unbalanced do we experience difficulties, yes we do. So we learn to appreciate each and every part our Inner Self and give a greater definition of its role to our growth and well being. We give the ego permission to hold in check our baser instincts but restrict it from taking over our creative thinking and seeking the Truth.

To change our thoughts and beliefs we need to replace old ideas with more productive ideas. Affirmations of what we want to grow and develop in our Inner Self and to be of service to others. A denial process of those thought and beliefs that do not support our growth and development is essential to relearn and reprogram our long held beliefs and to change them. Daily working on choosing the right thoughts and ideas are needed for long lasting growth and to develop a pattern of thinking that allows us to be an observer and participant in life and enjoy our time here on this one planet, Earth.