Change Thought Patterns

Worry often gives a small thing a great shadow. - Swedish Proverb 

Our thoughts run automatically. By acknowledging the mind monkeys, we can retrain the brain to think less reactively. 

Observe normal thinking patterns without judgment. Take a look at the reactions. Ask why you return to the negative when possibilities exist?

Find ways to change thought patterns.

Make up a word to use for repetitive focus like a mantra. Play with sounds to remove yourself from the negative. Try for two to four syllables:  Karump. Padeetle. Begonia.  

Repeat them when you feel the negative thoughts arise.


Discover visuals to view like a rush of purple elephants, a flock of flamingoes or a flurry of white bunnies.




Sing a song, add another.

Consider these ideas to develop new thinking habits to nourish your creativity, eliminate frustration, and remove stress from situations. 

While we cannot avoid thoughts, we can discard the negatives after acknowledging their presence. Let them teach lessons, but not have a permanent residence in the brain. 

Play with words and imagery to outwit thought patterns that pull you down.