Psychology Has It Backwards

Exploring the limitations of Cognitive Therapies in addressing mental health struggles, the podcast delves into the power of Thought versus the nature of Thought. It highlights the importance of understanding our capacity to change our minds rather than focusing on altering existing thoughts. Additionally, it discusses transforming negative thoughts, finding inner strength in cognitive therapy, and the challenges of relapse in therapy progress.

Increasingly, we've noticed people feeling defined by their diagnosis, even in some cases seeing it as a "reason" for issues that arise in their life. Comments like, "It's my depression kicking in," or "My anxiety is really bothering me this week," or "I'm bipolar and lately I have more lows than highs." The general focus on labels for misunderstood thinking causes both individuals and therapists to focus on the problem, what they perceive as wrong, rather than finding hope for cure and relief from temporary distress.Support the show

When we see diagnoses as conditions caused by events or people in our lives doing us psychological harm, both therapists and clients get trapped in diagnoses because we can't change the past. So life becomes about treating and coping with our mental health diagnoses, rather than finding peace and true mental well-being and being free of them. It's a matter of perspective; knowing we are the thinkers creating our experience of reality with the power to think frees us to use our power to change.Support the show

Happiness is a natural state for all human beings; when our minds are at peace, we fall into a state of happiness with no effort. When we have innocently used our own thinking to create turmoil and negativity and unhappiness, the intention to turn away from our circular thoughts and quiet down takes us effortlessly back to peace and contentment. People expend a lot of effort chasing elusive happiness in the external world, frustrated when they cannot achieve it. But we always already have it; it's like a hidden gem within us.Support the show

Everyone, looking back on their life, can think of times they said or did things they regret, from hurtful remarks to physical violence. For some people, acting on their worst thoughts seems like a release from their own psychological pain and insecurity, regardless of consequences. Understanding the relationship between our ever-changing states of mind and thoughts allows us to maintain our bearings to keep ourselves safe and respond from common sense, rather than experiencing escalating rage or fear.Support the show

Explore the myth that problem-solving may not be necessary and the importance of accessing our own wisdom. Understand the impact of our state of mind on creating problems and the role of mental well-being. Discover the liberating sensation of realizing our own thinking abilities and the benefits of trusting ourselves over experts. Unleash creative answers by embracing security, confidence, and peace of mind.

Exploring the universal nature of wisdom and how it is inherent in every individual; the transformative power of quiet contemplation and trusting intuition for decision-making; clients unlocking inner wisdom for self-assurance and empowerment; the value of discovering personal wisdom and not imposing advice on others; examples of nature's intelligence and intuitive wisdom, emphasizing trusting inner guidance in life.

When we begin to explore and discover the power of Mind, Thought, and Consciousness, we naturally change, sometimes to the amazement of our friends and colleagues.  Old relationship habits and patterns of interaction fall away for us, leaving others confused or worried about us. As we become calmer, happier, more caring, less self-conscious, more confident, those around us may try to pull us back into old habits,  may wonder what we're doing differently and seek to learn, or may drop away. In any case, as we approach others with love and understanding, all is well.Support the show

All of us face changes, large or small, throughout our lives. Change means getting comfortable with the unknown as our new realities unfold. If we overthink everything, and try to anticipate the details of change and plan ahead, we can become caught up in insecure, circular thinking and start feeling inadequate, overwhelmed, incapacitated by change. When we stay calm and focus on the present, taking challenges as they arise, change is a wonderful life adventure and our innate wisdom guides us through it.Support the show

The podcast delves into the concept of consciousness, exploring how it shapes awareness of life and self. It discusses personal trauma's lasting impact, misinterpreted sounds, awakening to higher consciousness, and the influence of consciousness on perception and reality.