‍Managing Your Thoughts with Mary J. Lore

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Welcome back to The Daily Mastermind! George Wright III here with your daily dose of inspiration, motivation, and education.

Today, we’re diving into an important topic: managing your thoughts. This is a subject I’ve covered before, but I want to bring you a fresh perspective because, honestly, I need this reminder as much as anyone else.

One of the main reasons I started The Daily Mastermind was to create a daily ritual of inspiration and motivation—not just for you, but for myself as well. I hope this platform serves as a valuable resource for your personal and professional growth.

Over the last 25 to 30 years, I’ve had the privilege of working behind the scenes with billion-dollar brands, learning from top thought leaders and mentors. Through this experience, I’ve gathered powerful insights that I now share with you. Today, we’re focusing on how to take control of your thoughts and shape your mindset for success.

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The Importance of Managing Your Thoughts

One of the most common struggles I hear about—whether from clients, friends, or family—is how to manage thoughts effectively. In today’s digital world, where we spend so much time in our own heads, being intentional about how we think is more critical than ever.

Our mind is simply a tool, and like any tool, it must be used correctly. A book I highly recommend on this topic is Managing Thought by Mary Lore. The subtitle alone says it all: Think Differently, Think Powerfully, Achieve New Levels of Success.

This book introduces powerful principles that can help you:

• Rethink your path to success
• Refocus your goals and priorities
• Reframe negative thoughts
• Become more creative and energetic
• Restore your sense of purpose and peace of mind

These are life-changing shifts that allow you to take control of your thoughts and, ultimately, your destiny.

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Key Principles from Managing Thought

One of the most powerful ideas in the book—and something I often emphasize—is that you are not your mind.

This is a concept that resonated deeply with my audience when I previously covered it, and for good reason. Many people feel trapped in their thoughts, letting their minds run the show instead of taking control.

The reality is this: when you don’t manage your thoughts, they manage you. Learning to master your mind isn’t just about personal development—it’s about living a life of intention and purpose.

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Three Big Takeaways

Here are three key takeaways from Managing Thought that can help you shift your mindset:

1. Now is the only reality that exists.
   The only moment you can take action is right now. To create real change, you must be fully present. Dwelling on the past or worrying about the future keeps you stuck.
   
   
2. We are what we think.
   As Buddha said, Everything we are arises from our thoughts. With our thoughts, we create the world around us. Your mindset shapes your reality, so it’s crucial to cultivate positive, empowering thoughts.
   
   
3. Self-awareness, self-mastery, and purpose alignment.
   To truly manage your thoughts, you must:
   
   

This process creates a belief cycle, where your thoughts shape your actions, which reinforce your beliefs, ultimately determining your results. Change your thoughts, and you change your life.

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Are You Driving Your Thoughts or Are They Driving You?

Take a moment to ask yourself:

Are you intentionally choosing your thoughts, or are you simply reacting to everything around you?

Eckhart Tolle once said, Thinking has become a disease. It’s not that we use our mind wrong—we usually don’t use it at all. It uses us.

Let that sink in. If you’re not consciously directing your thoughts, they are directing you.

Your mind is an incredible tool, but if you’re not proactive, it will be influenced by external forces—whether that’s negativity, stress, or other people’s opinions.

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The Power of Awareness

Mastering your mind starts with awareness. If you want to control your thoughts, you must first become aware of them.

Michael Singer talks about this in The Untethered Soul—when you pause and observe your thoughts, you shift from reactive thinking to proactive problem-solving. This engages the prefrontal cortex—the “CEO” of your brain—helping you make better decisions rather than getting overwhelmed.

Instead of simply reacting, take a step back and analyze:

• What am I thinking?
• Why am I thinking this?
• Is this thought serving me or holding me back?

This shift alone will dramatically improve your mindset.

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Practical Steps to Manage Your Thoughts

Here are a few simple strategies to help you regain control of your mind:

1. Practice Mindfulness and Meditation

Simply noticing your thoughts can help you detach from them. That’s why meditation is so powerful—it trains your mind to observe without getting caught up in the noise.

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2. Calm Your Mind to Improve Focus

Your brain processes 60,000 to 100,000 thoughts per day. If you don’t slow down, it’s impossible to focus effectively. Take breaks, go for walks, practice deep breathing—whatever helps you clear your mind.

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3. Recognize That You Are Not Your Feelings

Many thoughts are tied to emotions, but emotions are simply indicators—not roadblocks. Use them as a guide, not as something that defines you.

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4. Reframe Negative Thoughts

Instead of saying, I want to be successful, start saying, I am successful.
Act as if you already embody the qualities you desire, and you’ll begin to align with them.

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Managing Thoughts Like Pruning a Tree

Mary Lore compares managing thoughts to pruning a tree:

1. Start with a vision. Know what you want in life and what you want to create.
2. Remove distractions. Eliminate negative thoughts, experiences, and influences that don’t serve you.
3. Nurture positive growth. Focus on cultivating empowering thoughts and habits daily.

T. Harv Eker puts it simply: The roots create the fruits. Your internal world shapes your external results. Be intentional about the thoughts you allow to take root in your mind.

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Conclusion and Resources

This week, I challenge you to be more mindful of your thoughts. When negative thoughts arise, remind yourself:

• I am not my thoughts.
• I am not my emotions.
• I have control over my mindset.

The moment you step back and analyze your thoughts objectively, you regain power over them.

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Until next time, have an amazing day!

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About George Wright III:

George Wright is a Proven, Successful Entrepreneur- and he knows how to inspire entrepreneurs, companies, and individuals to achieve Massive Results. With more than 20 years of Executive Management experience and 25 years of Direct Marketing and Sales experience, George is responsible for starting and building several successful multimillion-dollar companies. He started at a very young age to network and build his experience and knowledge of what it takes to become a driven and well-known entrepreneur. George built a multi-million-dollar seminar business, promoting some of the biggest stars and brands in the world. He has accelerated the success and cash flow in each of his ventures through his network of resources and results driven strategies. George is now dedicated to teaching and sharing his Prosperity Principles and Strategies to every Driven and Passionate Entrepreneur he meets. His mission is to Empower Entrepreneurs Globally to create Massive Change and LIVE their Ultimate Destiny.

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