Mental Dialogue

Nov 22nd, 2024

This week was an emotionally tough one for me. (I’m a Cancer rising, so I can cry at the drop of a dime—but I’ve learned to love that part of myself, btw. 🥰)

We had some major astrological transits this past week that I felt deeply. They led me into a lot of reflection, but I also had more irritable moments than I liked.

Disclaimer: If astrology isn’t your thing, bear with me! I do suggest you keep an open mind and consider what I’m saying. I believe the movements in the universe affect our world. I’m not saying to praise or worship the stars, but I do believe certain themes come up when shifts happen.

If this interests you, I came across a great Youtube video that breaks down the energy from this past week. Watch it here! 😊

Mirror Work: A Time for Self-Reflection

I took some time this week to do mirror work. For those who don’t know, mirror work is where you spend time looking at yourself in the mirror with the intention of appreciating the person you see. And let me tell you—it’s not always easy!

I’m sure you pass by a mirror at some point during your day, but how often do you intentionally stop, look at yourself, and really notice how beautiful you are?

Most people don’t. & if they do, their thoughts are often full of criticism. Or maybe you’re on the other end of the spectrum, and you already practice mirror work. Wherever you are in your journey, I encourage you to look at your reflection and notice what comes up.

Ask yourself:

• What thoughts come to mind when I see myself with no makeup, no filters—just the raw, unedited version of me?

Take a moment. Write down what comes up. Don’t judge your thoughts—just observe them.

Your Mental Dialogue

These thoughts are part of your mental dialogue—the ongoing conversation you have with yourself through your thoughts. Whether you’re aware of it or not, this internal dialogue constantly sends messages to your body, shaping your energy, frequency, and ultimately, your reality.

Here’s something wild: Your brain doesn’t know the difference between true and untrue thoughts—it just responds to whatever it’s told. This is backed by science! If you’re interested, check out Dr. Joe Dispenza, who’s an expert in the mind-body connection. He talks a lot about rewiring the brain to create positive change.

What I Learned From My Reflection

When I stood in front of the mirror this week, there was one day when I didn’t like what I saw. But even in that moment, I felt an underlying sense of beauty because I’m always striving to improve.

I realized I had been too hard on myself. I was judging myself for being irritable and for prioritizing mundane tasks when all I really wanted was to express my creativity. But I was blocking myself by saying “yes” to things I didn’t even want to do. I felt stuck.

Here’s what I’ve learned for sure: Emotions—whether sadness,  irritability, or frustration—are temporary. They’re meant to act as checkpoints or guideposts. When emotions come up, it’s often our soul nudging us toward our God-given path. But if we ignore those feelings and stay stuck in them, they create an unhappy belief system, and the cycle continues. Negative thoughts amplify more negative ones, but the same is true for positive thoughts. Abraham Hicks often reminds us that when we hold a thought for 15-17 seconds, it begins to attract another thought of a similar vibration, whether positive or negative. This snowball effect continues as long as you maintain focus on that thought, creating momentum. 

My mental language has been a huge focus for me, its how I have really gotten to know that person in the mirror. & even though I was hard on myself, I really try to just flow through the emotions and never hold on to them, because you then become them. 

Now Take Action: 

So, what do you do once you’ve identified your mental dialogue?

1. Don’t judge yourself.
   Remember, these thoughts are simply habits your brain has picked up over time.
2. Reframe your thoughts.
   Every time you notice a negative thought, shift it into something more empowering. 

This practice takes time, but it’s the foundation for changing your mindset and belief system. With consistency, you’ll start to see a shift in your thought patterns.