No More Stinkin' Thinkin'

Every day so many thoughts enter our mind. We think about our past, present and our future. We think about good times as well as bad. We think about our problems and our accomplishments. We have all kinds of thoughts; thoughts that can be positive and or toxic. What kind of thoughts do you carry around in your mind?

There is no value in thinking unkind thoughts of our self or of others. Just because someone may have told you that you were worthless or stupid does not mean that you have to support the labels. These labels manifest in to and from false beliefs. False beliefs lead to stinkin' thinkin'. Stinkin' thinkin' can put limits on how we see ourselves and how we view others.

Stinkin' thinkin' can be a fatal attraction. It can draw us toward like-minded people whose focus is to remain in negativity. They don't want to change. They enjoy the role of 'poor me'. They thrive off the negative judgements they make of others with no concern of any harm that they may have caused.

So, where does stinkin' thinkin' come from? The foundation of how we view ourselves is formed during childhood. You may have been praised for being smart, creative and kind, etc. Maybe you can recall occasions of being told negative things about yourself (i.e. you're lazy or you'll never be successful). At times, we choose to believe unflattering things about ourselves in an effort to justify why bad things happen to us. We choose to hold on to thoughts that can be detrimental and cause us strife.

In order to move away from stinkin' thinkin', you have to rewire your mind to change your thoughts. Rewiring your mind may be a challenge initially. Don't get defeated. If your thoughts don't suit you positively, change them. Cleanse your mind of the false, limiting beliefs. Holding on to negative thoughts is toxic and will keep you stuck in old thought patterns. These patterns, however, can be broken with praise and a different attitude.

When you receive praise your spirits are lifted. Your self-esteem rises. You feel better about yourself, which leads to a better attitude. A better attitude gives you the support needed to encourage yourself should you happen to take a step backwards.

You have the power to determine how your thought patterns play out in your mind. Negative thoughts will breed a negative mind or stinkin' thinking'. Instead, choose to think positively. Remember, the happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.