Psychology Has It Backwards

We've all had the experience of variable feelings of our own pain — for example, forgetting about an aching back in the presence of a laughing baby or a playful puppy. The way we experience pain is through thought. What and how much we think about pain determines how it feels to us. As our state of mind falls into insecurity, we tend to focus on what's wrong and it feels much worse. When we are distracted or our spirits lift and our thinking changes, pain moves into the background and we experience life in the foreground. Pain is a signal that lets us know how we're using our thinking.Support the show

Everyone has stories to tell about "searching" for experts, wise people, gurus, geniuses... anyone perceived as having special, deep understanding of life. Many people search for years, often finding interesting and helpful ideas along the way. But searching does not bring us our own answers, or peace of mind. SEEING, that is gaining our own deep insights from our own wisdom, is the natural guide to our own lives, and wisdom is within all people, always accessible, but not always understood or accessed.  When we SEE for ourselves, we get the answers we need for ourselves.Support the show

The podcast discusses the shortcomings of traditional therapy and emphasizes the importance of finding inherent health and inner love. It explores the effectiveness of seeking peace in the present moment and highlights the role of support groups in overcoming problems. The chapter also explores the struggle people face in embracing change and suggests shifting focus towards positive transformation.

Delving into the essence of spirituality beyond religion, focusing on the formless energy of creation. Exploring the connection between spirituality and psychology, and the transformative impact of recognizing one's spiritual essence. Emphasizing the universal desire for connection with the unknown and the core feelings of love and safety underlying perceptions of divinity. Highlighting the deep sense of love and awe as the fundamental feeling of spirituality. Advocating for taking responsibility for thoughts and emotions to shape personal reality and achieve empowerment.

Explore the transformative power of focusing on feeling over thoughts, tapping into innate calm and positivity. Learn how to master thought control for mental well-being and navigate challenges with inner wisdom. Discover the impact of spiritual insights on well-being transformation.

The podcast discusses the misconception of relying on external fixes for mental health, urging individuals to tap into their innate resilience and well-being. It emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and inner wisdom for personal growth, highlighting the power of self-reflection and inner healing abilities. The chapters explore the pitfalls of overthinking and the significance of prioritizing inner happiness for lasting change.

This podcast challenges traditional psychology by discussing how we don't have to conform to expected reactions in negative situations. It explores the idea that we all access our own wisdom in our own way, emphasizing the importance of innate health guiding us to the answers we need.

The magic of working in the Principles is seeing how people transform via their own insights into life. The experience of insight awakened all of us to the power of change from within, and when we see it happen to others as we work to them, the experience is joyful and inspiring. No one can fix another person; intellectual insights don't really change people. But true insight, a beam of wisdom lighting the mind and bringing to life a new idea, is transformational. These "Aha!" moments emerge from a hopeful feeling and a quiet mind, and the more we have, the more we live our dreams.Support the show

Exploring the influence of diverse states of mind on perception and communication, highlighting the transformative power of shifting focus towards positivity. Understanding the impact of client emotions on therapists and the importance of maintaining emotional boundaries. Reflecting on how readily states of mind lift and how life looks different with a change in mindset.

Exploring mindfulness in psychology, the podcast discusses how it focuses on awareness of the present moment and accepting feelings. It contrasts traditional methods with the power of quieting the mind, explores mindfulness in athletic performance, and the misconception of finding inner peace externally. It reveals the body's self-healing capabilities in response to stress and emphasizes self-management for mental well-being.