What if it isn't True?

Have you ever considered the possibility that your thoughts may be lying to you?

More often than not, when a thought plays through our minds, we assume it’s true. We listen to the thought, which stirs up our emotions, which then manifests itself in our actions. Actions, repeated over time, become our habits which in turn directly impact the trajectory of our lives. And it all began with a thought that may not even be true.

What if you began challenging your thoughts instead of just listening to them?

What if “I’m a failure” isn’t true?

What if “No one really cares about me” isn’t true?

What if “Taking time to rest is irresponsible” isn’t true?

What if “If my life just looked like theirs, then I’d be happy” isn’t true?

What if “Being rejected by someone means I’m unlovable” isn’t true?

What if “This didn’t turn out how I hoped so it’s all a failure” isn’t true?

What if all of the negative thoughts that get whispered in your mind’s ear, weighing down your shoulders and shadowing your heart aren’t true?

How would your life change? What new possibilities would emerge from behind the dark clouds, shining hope, freedom,

and joy into your life?

The truth is…

You are not a failure!

You are deeply cared about!

Taking time to rest is not only responsible but absolutely necessary to live a sustainable, healthy life!

You aren’t dependent on matching up to anyone else to be happy!

Other people do not define your lovability or value - you are infinitely loved and immeasurably valuable!

Nothing is a failure if it taught you, grew you, and gifted you with insight, clarity, and wisdom!

Instead of believing every thought that runs through your mind, I invite you to start challenging them. I invite you to even just consider the possibility - “What if this thought isn’t true? What if there are other possibilities, other explanations? Your thoughts determine your feelings which translate into actions which become your habits which direct the trajectory of your life. Given the tremendous power and ramification of your thoughts, it’s high time you start making sure what you are thinking is true!