Creative Thinking

Life Skills: Willpower & Thinking

 March 2024

Thinking is what makes the fabric of our life. Discover your personal power by adjusting how you think.

We all have thought in common. The difference between individuals is the exercise of will power. To the degree you develop, that power is the degree to which you are the master of your thinking - aka the law of Cause and Effect which the ancient scriptures articulate in many different themes. 

 Thinking Is Your Life Experience

With every thought we take in or release, there is a natural law at play.

Negative thinking and positive thinking are two very different ways of looking at the world. Negative thinking is characterized by a pessimistic outlook, while positive thinking is characterized by an optimistic outlook. While both have their advantages and disadvantages, it is important to understand the difference between the two and how they can affect your mental health.

Negative thinking is characterized by a focus on the negative aspects of life. It is hard to see the positive in any situation when negative thinking is present. Negative thinking can lead to feelings of depression, anxiety, and hopelessness. It can be difficult to make progress when negative thinking is present, as it can be hard to think clearly or make decisions. Negative thinking can also lead to a sense of helplessness, as it is hard to find solutions to problems when negative thinking is present.

Positive thinking, on the other hand, is characterized by an optimistic outlook on life. Positive thinking is focused on the possibilities and potential of any situation. It is easier to see the good in every situation when positive thinking is present. Positive thinking can lead to feelings of hope, happiness, and motivation. It is easier to make progress when positive thinking is present, as it helps to look for solutions and find creative ways to tackle problems. Positive thinking can also lead to a greater sense of control over life, as it is easier to make decisions when positive thinking is present.

To feel more comfortable with yourself, to feel increased levels of contentment within is the ultimate goal of every person.

Too much of the time people spend the theme of their thinking to understand the differences between negative thinking and positive thinking.

Negative thinking can lead to a sense of hopelessness and helplessness, while positive thinking can lead to a sense of hope and control. It is important to recognize when negative thinking is present and take steps to replace it with positive thinking which is the effort to adjust your predominate and habitual thinking. This is the focus of my life coaching.

Through practice and persistence, it is possible to shift negative thinking to a positive outlook on life, including all situations and relationships, as a life skill.

This ability to adjust your thinking become automatic and thereby improving all of your life experience. 

 Be The Master Of Your Thinking

It is important to take control of your thoughts to feel better. Negative thoughts can lead to a negative attitude and make you feel worse. Here are some tips on how to control your thoughts and feel better.


1. Acknowledge Your Thoughts: First, you need to be aware of the thoughts that you have. Make sure to pay attention to when your thoughts are negative and try to identify why they are negative.

2. Reframe Your Thoughts: Once you’ve identified why your thoughts are negative, you can reframe them to be more positive. Instead of focusing on the negative aspects of a situation, focus on the positives.

3. Talk to Yourself: Talk to yourself in a positive manner. Give yourself compliments and encouragement. This can help to shift your mindset from negative to positive.

4. Practice Mindfulness: Mindfulness is about being aware of your thoughts and feelings in the present moment. It can help you to be more aware of your thoughts and become more in control of them.

5. Avoid Overthinking: Overthinking can lead to negative thoughts and can cause you to feel worse. Practice being mindful and take breaks from overthinking.

6. Distract Yourself: If your thoughts are overwhelming, find activities to distract yourself such as listening to music, reading, or doing a hobby. This can help to divert your attention away from negative thoughts.

7. Seek Support: If you are struggling to control your thoughts, it is important to seek help and support which can take different forms. The first form of this support is self-soothing. Find what takes you back to a better-feeling place. For me its music or reading a favorite book.

Find the level of support that brings you back to feeling more comfortable with yourself and soak in that experience.

By following these steps, you accentuate control of your awareness. This literally places your consciousness in a more defined perspective because you are increasing your focus on the moment-to-moment thinking that creates momentum in exercising your will power. 

 Creative Thinking

With every thought we take in or release, there is a natural law at play.

Creativity is the key to success in many aspects of life. It is essential for problem-solving, innovation, and overall success in almost any field. But where can you find more creative thinking? The answer may be closer than you think.

In my opinion, and what my life coaching is based upon, the best place to find more creative thinking is within yourself.

This can take different paths depending on your situation and background, but, generally speaking, take some time to brainstorm and really think about the problem at hand. Consider the problem from different angles and come up with creative solutions. Increase your creative thinking by reading, watching videos, and discussing ideas with others.

Another great way to find more creative thinking is to take a break. Take a walk, listen to music, watch a movie, or just sit and think. These activities can help clear your mind and open it up to new ideas.

You can also find more creative thinking by engaging in creative activities. Try drawing, painting, crafting, and writing. Even if you're not an artist, these activities can help you access your creativity and come up with new ideas.

Finally, try talking to people with different backgrounds and perspectives. Listen to their ideas and ask questions. You may be surprised at the creative solutions they come up with.

We are on this planet to grow and expand. In my experience, the optimum method to uncover deeper creative thinking is to be open to new ideas and perspectives. Building your confidence in your self-exploration is the key to success. You are welcome to contact me to discuss my life coaching services and how I will support your journey.

 Glitch #3

“A poet is some who can pour light into a spoon.
And raise it to your lips
Nourishing your heart and soul.”
~ Hafiz

I have encountered many extraordinary teachers along thy journey, but that did not happen until I was able to hear them within, which is different than hearing with my ears.

The other day I came across a sweet nugget.

“From the inner being and by personal experience alone can come knowledge and understanding. To feel is to know; to suffer is to understand. To create is to be wise.
To believe and see may be a delusion.”

That nugget reminded me of the adjustment I made in thy living; I consider it to be a switch I activated within me.

Before I began searching for deeper meaning to events in life, my belief very different and sorta along these lines, “To feel is somewhat necessary but keep pushing forward, to suffer is necessary but move on quickly, to create takes sweat equity, and to believe meant seeing someone else with success first.”

Once I activated my switch, I went from literal mode to explorer mode.

That was the beginning of eloquent faith in my life, which was jump started with a powerful dream. We will go over that experience another time.

With faith it became obvious that people are in different degrees of awareness about spirituality, and there is not one single comment or action I can take to magically life their veil. How we use our life experience is an individual choice.

I refer to understanding spirituality as a veil lifting process - one step and then another step.

My optimal contribution is being the best I can be, living my Truth, walking my talk.

We are all energetic beings and create what ever energy we experience: constructive or destructive.

READING MATERIAL

This books was so helpful in connecting the dots from different levels to me: The Holographic Universe. The author is Michael Coleman Talbot, who passed over at 38, covers the parallels between ancient mysticism and quantum mechanics. I read it slowly. There is plenty of research to articulate his ideas of multi layered life/living. I give his book five out of five stars.

I am an avid reader, do you have a book to suggest that has helped you?

 Glitch #4

“When a clown moves into a palace, he doesn’t become a king. The palace becomes a circus.”
~ Turkish Proverb

Ignorance is bliss.

That is true on so many levels.

And that explains where humanity is today.

Its up to each of us individually to adjust our internal switch that opens the door to spirituality. This is a constructive move and once that door is opened, there is no going back. When your eyes are open, it’s impossible to shut out the Light.

Very simply I believe, a quality life - a free life - begins within, and when nourished with correct thinking, blooms into a multi dimensional experience using the control center orchestrated through your brain/heart connection that enables protection against all outside influences of destructive force or negativity.

Beliefs determine perceptions.

Alter your beliefs and you will certainly alter your perceptions.

In default mode, ignorance is bliss, there are two choices: constructive thought or destructive thought, and most of the time, not all the time, thoughts choose you versus you choosing what you want to think.

It took me a while, but I am now certain I prefer choosing my thoughts. It took me a while to get to this track. Most often my life experiences leave me feeling nourished. It does happen, seeing your thoughts become things in the landscape, and those moments are the crux of meaningful enrichment.

Choosing what you want to think is the opposite of ignorance is bliss. Does that makes sense?

READING MATERIAL

This book is a tool for understanding the default processes, natural rhythms, that connect you and I to everything in our world. As a former biology teacher, this book has biology info that is helpful to better living while also deeply tangible to those interested in personal development. The book is The Biology Of Belief by Bruce Lipton. The themes associate DNA, genetics, thinking, and individual environment, including compelling research and detailed commentary. I give his book five out of five stars.