Think About What You Are Thinking About

Wealth

Nov 10

Lately, I have been working on being intentional about the thoughts that occupy my mind. When I start going down a path that is of no benefit to me, is negative, or destructive, I literally stop myself and course correct my thoughts. How often do you think about what you are thinking about? Because let's face it: if we let our mind run wild with all sorts of thoughts that do not support the people we are working to become or the places we are intent on going, our reality suffers. Every moment of every day, our mind is creating our future reality through the quality and direction of our thinking.

This isn't just motivational fluff—I have been exploring this more fully in my current reading choice: "The Science of Getting Rich," by Wallace Wattles.

Stop for a moment right now. What have you been thinking about for the past hour? If someone could read your thoughts like a transcript, what would they discover? Would they find a mind focused on possibilities and growth, or one caught in loops of worry, doubt, and limitation?

The Power of Mental Patterns

Most of us go through life on autopilot, allowing our thoughts to wander wherever circumstances push them. We think about their problems, our limitations, and our fears. We replay past failures and worry about future disasters. We scroll through social media, absorbing everyone else's curated highlights while mentally cataloging our own shortcomings. But here's the problem, and why I believe it's such a problem: you become what you think about most of the time.

This isn't just philosophy—it's observable reality. Look at anyone who has achieved something significant in any field. Athletes visualize their performance before competition. Successful entrepreneurs see their vision long before it manifests. Artists hold images in their mind that they then bring into physical form. The pattern is universal: consistent, directed thought precedes tangible results.

Wallace Wattles understood that thought is the creative force behind all achievement. When we consistently hold certain thoughts in our mind, we begin to attract circumstances, opportunities, and resources that align with those mental patterns. This isn't magic—it's about focus, intention, and the natural way our brains work to solve problems and recognize opportunities.

Consider this: when we decide we want to buy a particular car, suddenly we start seeing that car everywhere. The cars were always there, but our focused attention made us notice them. The same principle applies to opportunities. When our mind is consistently focused on growth, abundance, and possibility, we become remarkably skilled at spotting the chances that were invisible to us before.

Olivia

Olivia is an estate planning attorney dedicated to helping families build and protect generational wealth. She brings her passion for legacy and financial freedom to Health & Wealth Tees, creating a brand rooted in purpose and prosperity.

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