Are you struggling with an unhealthy mindset and seeking a path to restoration? In this post, we delve into ways to develop a healthier mindset and gain a deeper understanding of yourself.
An unhealthy mindset often stems from societal conditioning, shaping our beliefs, rules, and ideas. This conditioned mindset pushes for conformity, avoiding risks, and suppressing authenticity, ultimately fostering fear and dependency on others. Overtime, this can lead to a life marked by resignation, illness, and unhappiness, accepting it as the norm.
Spotting signs of an unhealthy mindset:
- Believing it’s ‘selfish’ to prioritise your emotional needs.
- Blaming others for your problems or distress.
- Blindly following rules set by others without questioning them.
- Constantly using phrases like ‘I must,’ ‘I should,’ or ‘I have to.’
- Resorting to substance abuse instead of addressing emotional needs.
- Playing the victim instead of taking responsibility for your actions.
- Following others’ explanations and prescriptions for health and happiness.
- Manipulating others to avoid the necessary work to attain emotional and mental well-being.
Unhealthy environments, like certain schools and workplaces, can perpetuate these negative mindsets. The cycle continues as these environments are maintained by individuals who have been conditioned to dismiss emotions, leading to a society that often suppresses its emotional truths.
In the next blog post, we’ll explore common traps created by the mind we habitually use and shed light on how our thought patterns can create fixation in our lives and minds; our “bananas“. Stay tuned for valuable insights into cultivating a healthier mindset and lifestyle.
