The Role and Power of Our Mind in Co-Creating the Reality We Desire

The human mind holds an extraordinary capacity to influence and shape our reality. This concept, often referred to as the power of thought or the law of attraction, suggests that through our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions, we play a crucial role in co-creating the reality we experience. This idea, which intertwines with various philosophical, spiritual, and scientific principles, emphasizes the profound impact our inner world has on our outer experiences.

Let's take the "self-hypnosis" (tự kỷ ám thị in Vietnamese), which is one of our common senses as an example: 

According to the Sino-Vietnamese dictionary by Đào Duy Anh, it describes a state in which an individual (and this can extend to groups) "uses their will to deceive themselves or to self-hypnotize." The Nôm script dictionary defines it as "employing hypnosis to command; it's a state of 'being led by mental power to think, imagine something frightening'." In English, this concept is known as "autosuggestion" or "self-hypnosis."

This term often comes with the belief that "whatever you think about, it will become reality," or "ask and you shall receive."

Let's apply this concept to a specific scenario. Imagine you are healthy but suddenly fear becoming ill. Subsequently, you indeed become sick. Others, upon hearing your story, might remark, "It's a premonition! Your intuition was accurate."

Now, consider a different scenario. You are ill but decide to adopt a positive mindset, believing you are not sick. Consequently, you genuinely start feeling healthy. This sentiment is often echoed in phrases like "being busy/work makes one forget sickness," or "just keep working and you'll feel healthy."

The core of both scenarios is that your thoughts—particularly when they manifest as fears or, on the flip side, as a vibrant, healthy mentality—have shaped your reality. Speaking of the mind's ability to alter reality, the renowned Dr. Joe Dispenza, who authored "You Are the Placebo: Making Your Mind Matter", highlights how thoughts (or mind) once transformed into potent emotions, can have a tangible impact.

In his book, Dr. Dispenza provides numerous empirical evidences demonstrating how altering one's thoughts can change complex pathological conditions in humans.

Conversely, some individuals who prioritize empirical evidence might refer to the "placebo effect" to question the mind's power. Searching this term online, even in Vietnamese articles, you'll find it's often perceived negatively. For instance, one website discusses "self-suggestion illness," describing it as "a mental disorder that leads to blurred perception, self-delusion, convincing oneself of the reality of something even when it's not real (as noted in psychology journals)." Of course, debate is beneficial and healthy, as it offers everyone the chance to examine their beliefs and arguments from various perspectives, thereby expanding their knowledge and understanding.

Returning to you, if you're curious about the impact and significance of this ancient wisdom, consider experimenting with these two roles: (1) When you're feeling healthy, try convincing yourself that you're ill and deeply imagine what being sick would feel like. Then, document your experience. (2) On a day when you're feeling physically unwell and tired, choose to envision yourself as vibrant and energetic, engaging in activities like listening to music, arranging flowers, or painting, and allow yourself to "float" (live, act) according to that positive, abundant energy. Afterwards, note your condition.

I believe that through this exploration, you'll be even more astonished by the power of your mind and intellect, realizing their profound ability to transform your life situation.

Dang Bao Nguyet