Are Thoughts Different From Reality?

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As our thoughts become our words; our words become our actions; our actions become our habits; and our habits become our character, and in essence our character is our REALITY. … The difference between our THOUGHTS and our REALITY is the energy we put into

our thoughts

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Are thoughts real or imaginary?

Your thoughts appear only to you, and are not being heard by anyone else whatsoever. … We are aware of our thoughts, so in that

sense they are real

. And yet, our thoughts do not exist outside of our awareness. There is nowhere else where the thought that is appearing to you at this moment is actually occurring.

Are thoughts reality?

Our thoughts are exactly that—thoughts.

They are not reality

, and just because we’re thinking them does not mean they’re going to come true. … We think so much about our anxious, negative thoughts that we start to believe that they’ll come true. Just because you think of something, will not make it true.

Are my thoughts the truth?

While it’s true that you experience each of your thoughts, they don’t always represent what’s true about the world. Most of the time, your thoughts are just a story you tell yourself to make sense of the world. It’s all based on your interpretation of the world around you. Not some universal truth about reality.

Why are thoughts not facts?

The bottom line: Thoughts simply aren’t facts,

they are mental events that pop up in the mind and are dependent on our mood

. … Next time your mind jumps to a conclusion that inevitably sends in you in a spiral toward depression or anxiety, check to see where your head was at the time of that interpretation.

Do we create our thoughts?

We live in a world of thought. Our

thoughts create our experiences

, and thus, we experience what we think. It is the quality of our thoughts, then, that create the quality of our life. When we’re unhappy where we are in life, we seek to create change.

What if my intrusive thoughts are real?

While intrusive thoughts

themselves aren’t dangerous

, if you believe you’re experiencing something more, such as postpartum depression or suicidal thoughts, and may be a danger to yourself or others, seek help immediately.

Why does my mind make me think things that aren’t true?

Sometimes the thoughts

can be truly strange

, such as imagining unusual creatures doing unusual things either during dreams or in real life. But the most common strange thoughts are the ones above. All weird thoughts and obsessions may be a sign of obsessive compulsive disorder.

Are thoughts energy?

As you read this article, the thoughts you are thinking of, the words your mind is processing, are all electrical impulses that can be measured if you had a few wires hooked up between your head and a machine. So

thoughts are energy

, the same as everything else.

How strong is a thought?

Thoughts are things. They are

powerful

. They are preemptive. The very thoughts running through your mind can help to manifest the life of your dreams, or draw you closer to your greatest fears.

What can intrusive thoughts lead to?

In this way, intrusive thoughts can have a detrimental impact on our mental health. They can be very upsetting, and in some cases can lead to

depression, anxiety or OCD

. The good news is that they can be successfully managed.

What does it mean you are not your thoughts?

This does not mean that you believe your thoughts and let them have their effect on you. Instead, it means

that you consciously realize that you are having these thoughts and acknowledge them as they are without trying to change them.

Can we control our own thoughts?

We are aware of a tiny fraction of the thinking that goes on in our minds, and

we can control only a tiny part of our conscious thoughts

. The vast majority of our thinking efforts goes on subconsciously. … Slips of the tongue and accidental actions offer glimpses of our unfiltered subconscious mental life.

What are the 3 types of thinking?

3 Modes Of Thinking:

Lateral, Divergent & Convergent Thought

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Can I create my own reality?

So, do we create our own reality?

Yes, we absolutely do

. We create our own reality with what we think, what we believe, what we perceive, and even what language we speak. Recognizing this gives you a responsibility to choose how to see the world.

What mental illness has intrusive thoughts?


Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

is characterized by repetitive, unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and irrational, excessive urges to do certain actions (compulsions). Although people with OCD may know that their thoughts and behavior don’t make sense, they are often unable to stop them.

Leah Jackson
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Leah Jackson
Leah is a relationship coach with over 10 years of experience working with couples and individuals to improve their relationships. She holds a degree in psychology and has trained with leading relationship experts such as John Gottman and Esther Perel. Leah is passionate about helping people build strong, healthy relationships and providing practical advice to overcome common relationship challenges.