006 Understanding Our Human Mind

An episode of the The Infinite Potential of Being Human podcast, hosted by Nicky Clinch, titled "006 Understanding Our Human Mind" was published on October 27, 2023 and runs 36 minutes.

October 27, 2023 ·36m · The Infinite Potential of Being Human

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Summary

What is it about the mind that causes so much suffering? The truth is, the mind itself is not the problem. Our mind is programmed to do one job and one job only - survive and be alert to potential threats. So, in an effort to protect us from harm, the brain causes us harm by ruminating about past trauma and worrying about the future. In this episode, we’ll break down the human mind and the source of all our suffering as a species. I’ll also share the easiest way to experience true freedom in your life and a practical exercise to help you overcome negative thinking. What Is Covered:-All you need to know about the human mind and our thoughts-What happens when you’re trying to control the mind-Is it possible to actually stop thinking?-Understand that the mind is designed to be a survival tool-The benefits of writing down your thoughts-Practical exercise to destroy negative thinking-How to gain control over the human need for survival-Ways to experience true freedom in your life-The pros and cons of daily affirmations-The exercise of Stoking the mind — Ready to Go Deeper? ✉️ ⁠⁠⁠Join Outgrowing Survival with Nicky Clinch⁠⁠⁠Free weekly deep teachings and reflections from Nicky to mature your being and outgrow survival.This is your invitation to go beyond surface-level change and start transforming at the root. Resources: -Visit my website: https://nickyclinch.com/ -Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicky_clinch/ -Find me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nickyclinchmaturation -Let’s connect on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/nicky-clinch-surrender

Episode Description

What is it about the mind that causes so much suffering?

The truth is, the mind itself is not the problem. Our mind is programmed to do one job and one job only - survive and be alert to potential threats. So, in an effort to protect us from harm, the brain causes us harm by ruminating about past trauma and worrying about the future.

In this episode, we’ll break down the human mind and the source of all our suffering as a species. I’ll also share the easiest way to experience true freedom in your life and a practical exercise to help you overcome negative thinking.

What Is Covered:

-All you need to know about the human mind and our thoughts

-What happens when you’re trying to control the mind

-Is it possible to actually stop thinking?

-Understand that the mind is designed to be a survival tool

-The benefits of writing down your thoughts

-Practical exercise to destroy negative thinking

-How to gain control over the human need for survival

-Ways to experience true freedom in your life

-The pros and cons of daily affirmations

-The exercise of Stoking the mind

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