🍫 Treat Your Negative Thoughts Like a Bag of Doritos
Imagine someone leaves a giant bag of Doritos on your kitchen counter. A truly committed healthy eater doesn't just say no — they smash it, pour hot sauce on it, and throw it in the trash.
Most people don't treat their negative mental chatter the same way. Instead, they say: 'You can stay, I just won't listen to you.' But just like those Doritos sitting on the counter — eventually, you'll give in.
The intensity of your response matters:
- 'I probably shouldn't think about that' = door left open
- 'That is poison and it does not belong here' = door slammed shut
For the 21st century, the two most important traits are:
- Courage (first, always)
- Curiosity
Character traits and emotions are basically the same thing. To be courageous, you have to feel courageous.
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