Thinking: The silent speech…!

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Thanking is a processing of information acquired through all senses to decode meaning before bringing forth response. Thinking is an important mechanism that enables us to step out of danger; know the sound of distress; make decision on the quality of material or who to get married to. This communication is normal when it is silent. Everything that we act upon is the result of the thinking process. The question is; how often do you assess the quality of our thoughts? This question becomes important when you find yourself developing moods because your mind is occupied with unpleasant silent conversation. You will notice that you have spent considerable time thinking about insignificant things. If you can measure the time wasted on thinking about stuff that you cannot grade as important, then you will understand the rationale of discussing this subject. To be practical about this, take off your wrist watch or any device with a clock and put it in full view as you engage in ‘me time’. At the back of your mind pay attention to the ticking of seconds and minutes. You may not think this simple exercise as important, but remember that time wasted cannot be recovered. Most importantly, every ticking minute denotes your steady approach towards the finish line of your life on planet earth. Now that I have your attention, do you think you mind is under your control? Is your mind fully engaged in beneficial tasks? These questions bring us to the fact that your mind could only serve you if it is directed to important tasks like your goals. The thinking process becomes your ally if it is continuously refining your planned sub-tasks; or finding information towards achieving your goals. The list is endless. The point is, when your mind runs on auto-pilot, it is not supportive to you. Look at those we label as having mental health problems; they are actually not alone because we too engage in meaningless silent thinking. The difference is that they continuously engage in audible thinking; you get to hear what they are thinking about. So, do you assign a subject of your choice so that your mind is not abusing you instead of purposeful providing you with useful information?