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The problem is rarely the problem.

The problem is rarely the problem.

99% of the harm is caused in your head by you and your thoughts.

1% of the harm is caused by the reality, what actually happens, and the outcome.

Most of the time, the problem isn't the problem. The way you think about the problem is.

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Health starts in your mind.

Health starts in your mind.

You can go to the gym, eat healthy, do yoga, drink water, and take vitamins,

but if you don't directly confront the negativity in your thoughts,

you will never truly be "HEALTHY".

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The power of now.

The power of now.

You're not going to overthink your way to a better future.

You're not going to overthink your way to a better past.

All you have is now.

And what you can do with NOW can make right of your past and make good of your future.

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Silence and time.

Silence and time.

The truth is, most problems aren't solved with more thinking.

You'll find most of the answers you're looking for in silence, in time, and with a clear mind.

If you can't solve a problem, stop trying to.

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Avoid self-rejection.

Avoid self-rejection.

Don't think you deserve that opportunity? Apply for it anyways.

Don't think your article is good enough? Publish it anyways.

Don't think they'll reply to your email? Send it anyways.

Never overthink yourself into self-rejection.

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Acceptance is peace.

Acceptance is peace.

No amount of anxiety will change your future, and no amount of anxiety will change your past.

Peace is found in acceptance:

- Accept imperfection.

- Accept uncertainty.

- Accept uncontrollable.

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Fact-check your own thoughts.

Fact-check your own thoughts.

Your thoughts will create scenarios in your mind that reflect your insecurities, fear, and worries.

So it's important to always fact-check your own thoughts before accepting them.

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