Day 115

#Wisdom
 
Everything sounds worse or better when it's in your head.
 
The mind is a powerful amplifier. Consider how a small concern can spiral into a major problem in your mind or how reflecting on a compliment can brighten your entire day. This is your mind's amplification in action.
 
A wise person recognizes these tendencies and has strategies to navigate life with a more balanced outlook.
 
One strategy is discussing your thoughts with someone who can help you see them more clearly and realistically. Another is meditation, where you can be still and observe. Or writing your thoughts and reading them later, revealing if you've unnecessarily magnified concerns. And if you tend to have a negativity bias, a practice of gratitude can identify a few things you're grateful for, bringing a smile to your face.
 
What does your mind amplify?