Things I’ve Learned From A Deep Dive Into My Own Mindset

As a mindset geek, I love learning as much as I can about shifting a can’t mindset to one that can and does. So, over the last year, I’ve spent A LOT of time in the best mindset laboratory possible, my own mindset.

I’ve been a neutral observer (more on that in a bit), I’ve engaged, disengaged, meditated, and journaled. I’ve poked and prodded, provoked, and pontificated. Not to mention I’ve read more books in the last year than I have in the last 20 years. (If you’re into insightful/inspiring books and want some recommendations, ! I’m always happy to share.)

And from all of the self-reflection, reading, and experimentation I’ve discovered or re-discovered…

Thoughts are like mirrors. They reflect back to us what we’re thinking in what we see around us. For example, if I’m feeling crappy and having crappy thoughts, stepping in front of the mirror is going to result in a negative diatribe about all my flaws. (Bad case of stink eye anyone?!?)

Holy crap…when did you get so old?

What’s the deal with all the lines?

Umm, those dark bags under your eyes could serve as great carry-on luggage.

When I’m in that crappy space I remind myself of two things. First, I’m not my thoughts, and second, negative…