“A Man is But the Product of his Thoughts”

What thoughts are you producing daily? The quality of your thoughts can make or break your life. Many people think of themselves as victims and get stuck in patterns that don’t allow them to rise above the circumstances of their lives and create the futures they desire. If you want to change your life, you have to change the way you think about yourself and your capabilities, as well as your situation.

What is thought?

The word thought can refer to ideas, opinions, or judgments that you have in your mind The definition can also be linked to a general notion or idea. Thoughts also include notions, ideas, concepts and interpretations from many sources including that which is perceived by other senses as well as internal dialogue and monologue. In this context, it will encompass what we see and hear, smell and taste. It will also cover our thoughts on religion, ethics, and morality too.

“A man is but the product of his thoughts. What he thinks he becomes.” — M.K. Gandhi

Mankind is largely driven by what they think and believe to be true and there is nothing more powerful than that. If you feed yourself into thinking that you can do anything then it will be done with ease while remaining a challenge at the same time, whereas if your mind was filled with uncertainties, doubts and worries then it would be very difficult to get anywhere in life because those thoughts become so overpowering that everything you do from them on gets tainted with them. The key is to have faith in oneself, make every decision as wisely as possible and then put all one’s effort into achieving it. You need to start changing the way you think and view life; not just for yourself but for others too. It’s not enough to change your thoughts, it needs to start affecting other people’s lives positively too. You need to turn negativity into positivity and this requires hard work as well as daily efforts. Your thoughts have power over you and if you let them, they will dictate how you live your life. But it’s never too late to change who you are and what kind of person you want to be; all it takes is determination. There are always obstacles in life but with courage and perseverance, you can overcome any obstacle thrown your way. With patience and some willingness to learn new things, this too shall pass. All we ever have is now and it’s up to us how we decide to spend our days and nights. So choose carefully. 

Think before you speak or act. Your choices shape your worldview and thus affect the people around you in ways that may go unnoticed to you until later on down the line. Learn to love yourself for who you are and not just for what society tells you is desirable or admirable and strive towards being better each day without setting limits or giving up when something seems impossible. Understand that even though challenges will come your way, no matter how many times you fail, that does not mean it’s game over for you. A setback does not mean failure and challenges are meant to push you out of your comfort zone. You can achieve greatness by going after what makes you happy. Not everyone is destined for success but everyone has the potential to be great. Not every idea will be perfect but there’s always room for improvement. Even if an idea doesn’t succeed, it can help pave the way for future discoveries. No idea is wrong and it all depends on how much time and energy you’re willing to invest in making them work. We often find ourselves fighting against our limitations instead of working with them. We should focus on getting rid of our weaknesses rather than trying to compete against someone else’s strengths. 

Let go of the negative self-talk and hold onto the positive ones instead. Surround yourself with like-minded individuals who will inspire you to follow your dreams rather than ones who try to stop you from doing so. Be mindful of the words you use and the thoughts you generate. You can be your own worst enemy but also your best friend. And don’t forget to take care of yourself, too. Treat yourself to the little pleasures that life has to offer. Enjoy your favourite food, read your favourite book, watch your favourite movie or TV show, or take a walk in the park. Self-care is crucial for maintaining mental and physical health. Whether you enjoy it alone or with friends and family, it’s important to take care of yourself by engaging in activities that bring you joy and happiness. This can have a tremendous impact on your life and you’ll soon start to notice the difference. 
Mankind is largely driven by what they think and believe to be true and there is nothing more powerful than that. It was said in one ancient philosophy, the mind can act as its lace, and draw its own bliss from itself. Our attitude affects everything we do including what we think. So next time you feel down or hopeless remember this phrase:

“He either fears his fate too much, or his deserts are small, who dares not put it to the touch; to win or lose it all.”― James Graham.