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Episode 158: Shutting Down Our Old Thinking

Psychology Has It Backwards

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Understanding Symptoms as an Expression of State of Mind

Symptoms are a reflection of one's state of mind, where a low mood can trigger negative thoughts to surface. By recognizing symptoms as an expression of the current mental state, one can adjust their thinking and pace to regain balance and well-being. This insight emphasizes the importance of understanding the workings of thoughts at a deeper level to avoid getting entangled in old patterns. Instead of seeing symptoms as something inherently wrong, they are viewed as a sign of misuse of the gift of thought, leading to a state of malfunction.

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