Meaning of
‘Matters’ in this context:
1.
A
physical substance created from our thoughts
2.
Concerns/
Circumstances
Gazing at the finish line that was now in full sight, memories
of when I first began started to swamp my mind. The adrenaline I initially felt
was steadily creeping back as I realised that I was ACTUALLY going to complete
this; regardless of the fact that other things I embarked upon did not get any
further than take off.
Nevertheless, I pondered on whether or not I felt any different?
Was there anything indicating a real difference in my thinking, or was this
whole process a waste of time?
As I reflectively assessed my progress, by pulling away the
optimistic veneer that could so easily cloud my judgement; I really was not sure
how I felt about the whole thing.
I had mixed emotions of excitement, to slight apprehension
from that underwhelming feeling of ‘is that it?’!
I thought that by day 20 of this Brain Detox*, the changes
would be so radical; I would suddenly become this brand new person with a
completely different thought life that I so eagerly yearned and prayed for.
There and then I suddenly became aware of what was going on
in my mind, and how even before this habit-forming three week exercise was
complete, I had already reverted back to thinking negatively about the whole
thing.
Very swiftly I made the conscious decision to replace these
destructive thoughts by questioning how I so hastily assumed the process was not
working.
Why did I expect sudden transformation, in an area that I had
developed over many years of wrong thinking?
I also told myself that these 21 days were to set precedent
of how I needed to proactively ‘choose’ to think positively. A precedent of
making right decisions, as my thoughts would ultimately become my actions. A
precedent that would turn this new habit into a lifestyle, and it was a choice
that only I could make!
The realisation of the thoughts I had just processed, and
how I reacted; suddenly shed light to the fact that contrary to my initial feelings,
I had indeed made vast progress in how I dealt with the ‘matters of my mind’.
I had fought the toxicity that came to mind, replaced it and
had a better outlook, which immediately changed the way I felt.
This was something that would never have happened a couple
of weeks prior, and I knew that this new awareness would help dispel any
thoughts of doubt that may try to form again.
I knew victory was sure for me, because it lay not in the
crossing of the finish line, but in the winning attitude maintained during the
course of the race.
I have just scratched
the surface, but it has given me a boost into seeing a much brighter future. A
purpose filled destiny awaits me, as I continue to take those necessary steps
to becoming who I am meant to be: The Confident Woman.
* 21 Day Brain Detox by Dr. Caroline Leaf – Watch the
accompanying Video Blog (Vlog) for more details about the programme and what
led me to embark upon it.
Watch the Vlog below:
Mini Book Review:
This book
is good at explaining the process of renewing your mind, and the correlation
between scriptural principles and science, something that is not often
discussed or highlighted.
It assesses
the importance of your mind, with emphasis on the powerful role of our thoughts
and how they play out in our actual lives.
It also
dispels many of the myths we have learnt or have been told about both the brain
and our minds. It is very insightful, inspiring and informative.
The only major
setback I encountered was the excessive use of scientific terminology, as it was a bit off putting at times.
Nevertheless,
I didn’t let this distract me from completing the book, because before I
embarked upon the detox programme. I wanted to get a better understanding of
how the mind works, and as I mentioned in the blog; I was eager for change.
My
suggestion: It is worth a read, as it outlines the basic 5 step learning
process, which is the crux of the detox. (However, I believe you can still start the detox
without having read the book).
All in all, it is generally a very good book, and you will
definitely learn a thing or two that you wouldn't have thought were possible, and if
like me you diligently go through the whole process: your life will change for
the better.
Disclaimer: Please do not embark upon something
without the conviction that you need it or that it is right for you.
This is
something I prayerfully chose to do because I believe it is what I need at this particular
stage of my life/ journey.
It has worked
for me because I was eager for change and stayed committed to seeing it
through.
