“Be very careful about what you think. Your thoughts run your life.” (Proverbs 4:23 ICB)
Marathoners often remind each other that long distance running is 90% mental. Much of the physical conditioning is done ahead of the actual race. We train our bodies by incrementally pushing our muscles, lungs, and heart to endure longer distances. We plan what we will eat and drink before, during, and after each run. And, we prepare for the inevitable mental fatigue that sets in during the later miles. We train our brains to cope with discomfort and reject negative self-talk.
Our thoughts run our lives. Thus, we must be selective about which thoughts we allow into our minds. Like uninvited guests, they will show up at the door. If we let them in, they will make themselves comfortable and never leave. Fill your mind with helpful thoughts so that there is no room for toxic messages. Intentionally invite thoughts that strengthen you; let them into your mind; feed them; entertain them; allow them to influence you.
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