Courageous Thoughts…
Posted on June 07, 2009 by Ronald T. Brown, Ph.D.
“As a man thinks in his heart, so is he.” – King Solomon
“According to your faith, so will it be done unto you.” – Jesus
“Life consists of what a man is thinking about all day.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
“The actions of men are the best interpreters of their thoughts” – John Locke
“You are today where your thoughts have brought you. You will be tomorrow where your thoughts take you.” – James Allen
“Be transformed by the renewing of your mind” – The Apostle Paul
“Nurture great thoughts, for you will never go higher than your thoughts.” – Benjamin Disraeli
“People are just about as happy as they make up their minds to be.” – Abraham Lincoln
As you study individuals who courageously pursued a dream, you will find that they came from a variety of cultures, backgrounds, economic privileges, and had various intellectual abilities. But they all had one thing in common. They all understood the critical importance of actively controlling and edifying their thoughts as they journeyed toward their dreams. Those who courageously pursue their dreams understand that in order to change their lives, they must first change their thinking.
Our thoughts are important because they directly influence our behaviors and emotions, and it is our daily behaviors and emotions which determines the level of success we eventually achieve.
Every day, your thinking directly impacts the words you use; whether you choose to get out of bed in the morning to exercise; if you exhibit patience with your spouse; if you spend quality time with your children; if you believe God cares; if you stay on your diet; and how you treat the family pet. Every day of your life is directly impacted by the thoughts you allow to flow through your mind. This is a foundational truth we must understand if we are going to successfully pursue our dreams and ambitions.
** What kind of thoughts have you allowed to run through your brain lately?.
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