Have you ever heard the saying, “You can’t solve a problem with the same mind that created it?”
I believe it was Einstein that first said this. I think this is a very powerful statement, but what exactly does it mean?
It means that if you want a new solution, you have to come up with a new way of thinking about that problem.
I want to share with you what I believe could be one of the most important things you’ll ever learn—or ever get reminded of—in your entire life. This is critical thinking if you want to go through life in a joyful, free, happy, balanced, and less stressed way.
Now, you don’t have to believe this — you just have to be open to it and see if you can resonate with it.
Ready?
For the most part, all of our problems are caused by the way we think.
Meaning that ANY problem you experience beyond your primal human needs (food, shelter, and water)… are SOLELY created by your mind.
Now, you might not like that. You may be thinking, “Harv, you’re not saying that I’m just ‘making up’ my problems, are you?”
Well, it depends. But I’m going to say with certainty that almost all of the time… you are.
Again, I want to remind you of a few things.
Your mind is based on survival. Its job is protection. Therefore, it’s always looking for what’s wrong, or what could go wrong in any situation.
Imagine a security guard. What kind of security guard is going to be looking for what’s right? Can you imagine hiring a bodyguard that’s only looking for what’s right?
No, that would never happen. Why? Because that’s not their job. What does a bodyguard look for? It looks for problems, it looks for danger.
It looks for things that can shake up what’s familiar. If you’re considering a new business opportunity, perhaps trying something a little risky, your mind will just look for problems and try to stop you.
Consequently, your mind is 100% fear-based.
Now, if you know your mind is fear-based, where are your problems?
Yep, you got it — in your mind.
In other words, if you want to create real solutions and live and act freely, you’ve got to get outside that mind, because that mind is loaded with fear and control.
By trying to protect you, your mind is actually limiting what you’re capable of… so instead of just listening to it, you need to constantly bring it into question.
Instead, acknowledge your thoughts and say the 4 magic words: “Thank you for sharing”, and then take the necessary action and do what you were going to do, anyway.
By understanding that your mind is your greatest asset — but also your greatest liability — you’re able to consciously accept or reject what it’s telling you, so you have the power to act freely.
Are you tired of that little voice in your head dictating every move you make?
Are you ready to take full control of your life and show your mind who’s boss, once and for all?
If you said “Yes!”, then I have great news for you.
The truth is, your success is dependent on overcoming your mind’s survival and protective instincts. If you don’t take consistent action in spite of your fear-based mind or in spite of your worries and doubts, then you’ll always be held back from reaching your full potential.
Which is why I created a free web class called,
“Don’t Believe A Thought You Think.”
In this web class, you’ll learn proven techniques and strategies that you can use to instantly quiet your mind and act in spite of any fears, doubts or worries. Good or good?!
Click here to register for FREE and select a date and time that works best for you. See you there!
Is your mind creating problems in your life right now? How do you break free of your mind’s overbearing control? How do you overcome it? Share your thoughts, and any tips or techniques you use in the comments below!
For Your Freedom,
Thanks Harv! I totally agree!
Doing a documentary on living in the Law of Attraction and would like Harv or Whatever program I can do to make my first £1.000.000,000
Let’s do it Harv!
You seem to be saying that there is a truer knowing beyond the mind for which the mind has to be dethroned to access. But it’s gotten us this far! 😉 Its the pragmatic one, looks at the pros and cons and endeavors to stay safe, as the perils can be deadly. (lol) It’s a huge step to jump with no assurance of a safety net. Or is there? You tell me…
Hallelujah – I am living free of fear since 61 years. I never got sick, have no diseases in my body, have no debts, have no lack, have no problems – but, I lost my ego 61 years ago. Hallelujah – Richard
Really?! How? Can you teach me, please?
True and true, Harv. My mind and the thoughts that make me feel I have problems are based in facts that are not just mental perceptions. Yes, I am grateful for what I do have… wanting to be able to maintain a comfortable life and grow on all levels is not selfish, it’s healthy and n. Fact is there is little income, we are hanging on, middle aged with teens, struggling in a technological revolution that we are not integrating well and certainly not in business.
The mindset and training formed from a non computer raised generation is part of a real problem and not just an attitude adjustment or mental hangup. Solid education that is needed to effectively assimilate the ‘babyboomer’, that will live longer, needs and wants to work, needs updating, re/training and the equal opportunity for employment is very real. Especially for back to work mothers. Yes, all my demographics.
So, while everything starts with the mindset, and I resonate with your content, that is just the beginning which will quickly fade if not met with the training, resources and real connections and support towards applying it to succeed in life. Please send the link or reply how your team may help to make this lasting.
Thank you for your connection and dialogue.
Isn’t what he’s saying that although non-tech people may need education and the other things you listed, that it’s your attitude about it all that will either make or break you? Some might approach the same circumstances with optimism and some with hopelessness, and he’s saying your attitude in how you pursue whatever you’re pursuing is very important.
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Estoy en deudas con proveedores, mis ventas están bajas, el lugar de mi local comercial no es estratégico, no estoy creciendo. ¿Es todo este problema por mi mente?. Gracias Harv.
Thank you, what a present fo INDEPENDENCE DAY!
Me gusta leer todo lo que escribe una lastima que en su página todo esté en inglés …
Hacer lo contrario! Si te dice que rico pastel de chocolate mmmm.
Entonces yo digo, si pero!! Quiero comer saludable. Y no me lo voy a comer.
Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for sharing is so powerful and grathful.
Happy indépendance day at your staff!
Christophe.
We are becoming more aware of the power of the mind. Books have been written over 50 plus years ago about our thoughts and its power in us being able to achieve anything we wanted. Thanks Harv for remindering us that we can think and grow rich.
Gracias Harv!
He empezado a aprender inglés y por ahora sólo entiendo un 75% de lo que leo, aún así me ayudan demasiado tus correos.
Good or good ..thanks
Hi, Mr. T. Harv Eker, after attending your webclass “Don’t Believe a Thought You Think” I know that it’s my mind that created problems in my life. By the way, I like this webclass most in your webclasses. But to change results or change our life I think we need to be more powerful than the power that our mind has to create what he want. As you said earlier, to struggle to get out of gravity, you need enormous energy. I mean to get outside our comfort zone is not so easy and we must have to really try hard, I think.
Looking forward to the webinar! I declared 2018 the year of working on me çause I finally accepted that the results I’m getting in my life is due to me and me alone. The people I work with, the fear and anxiety – all me!
I’m consciously changing my fear-based knee jerk reactions to acting form a place of intention and happiness.
As a result I’ve just closed a one year contract with a billion rand investment company – without one face to face meeting! I would previously not even have thought this was a possibility for me, but I’m doing the work on myself (internally) and it is starting to show externally.
Keep doing what you’re doing Harv – I want to help others achieve the change that I’m seeing in my own life : )
Thank you Harv!
Looking in hindsight this has been so true. Changing all the headtrash and self criticism to positive, celebration of what goes right and faithfulness that it will go well is key!
Amazing things happen, people / mentors show up!!! It’s truly a blessing. We just have to believe!
Thank you for sharing all of this!
I use an app l created to disrupt the negative and reinforce the positive with things that make me happy, empowered and inspired. True and true…
Well I can tell you I experimented a great opportiunity God bless you.
O don’t understand how the program I have just subscribed it works
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Hello Ivey, please contact our Client Care Department by reaching out to support@harveker.com.
Can’t wait accidentally missed first one writing notes on preliminary video… LOL taking this to heart!! Thanks
Yes please this course is needed and thank you.