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In the beginning, when the world was young and the heavens still whispered the secrets of creation, there was a great understanding among the wise: our minds are the canvases upon which life is painted. The subconscious mind, like the deep currents of an ancient river, flows beneath the surface of our awareness, shaping our thoughts, actions, and destinies. As Bruce Lipton speaks, “Our thoughts are mainly controlled by our subconscious, which is largely formed before the age of 6,” he calls forth a truth as old as time itself. The mind, in its infancy, absorbs the world like the roots of a tree reaching deep into the earth, and those early experiences, those early teachings, set the course for our lives.

In the sacred texts, the great sages spoke of the power of the mind. They understood that the subconscious mind is not simply a vessel to be filled, but the very soil in which the seeds of our beliefs are planted. In the early years of life, before the age of 6, the mind is like soft clay, easily shaped by the environment, the words, and the energies around it. The child, in its innocence, absorbs the world without the filters of reason, and this early programming becomes the lens through which they will see the world for the rest of their days.

But here, the great wisdom of Bruce Lipton resonates through the ages: “You cannot change the subconscious mind by just thinking about it.” Ah, how often do we hear of the power of positive thinking, a tool we are told will transform our lives, heal our wounds, and grant us peace? And yet, as the ancients knew, thoughts alone cannot change the deep-seated patterns formed in the subconscious. It is like a great river that cannot be turned by a mere wave on its surface. To truly change, one must go deeper, to the very source of the river itself. Positive thinking, though a noble pursuit, cannot simply overwrite the powerful currents of the subconscious mind.

Consider the story of the mighty Hercules, who, though born with immense strength, struggled with many trials that stemmed from early curses, deeply ingrained beliefs, and divine manipulations. His path to redemption did not lie in mere thoughts of strength, but in profound acts of transformation—trials, labors, and deeds that allowed him to confront the subconscious forces within him. It was not his thoughts alone, but his actions, his courage, and his willingness to face the deep currents of his own mind that shaped his destiny. Hercules knew that change would come not from thinking about his power, but from the deliberate and transformative actions he took, the breaking of old patterns that held him captive.

Lipton’s analogy of the subconscious mind being like a tape player is an apt one. The mind, he tells us, is like a tape that plays over and over again, repeating the stories of our past, the wounds we carry, and the beliefs we hold. And just as one cannot change the song playing on a tape by merely thinking about it, so too can we not change the deep beliefs of the subconscious through positive thinking alone. Until you change the tape, until you address the root, the very core of your subconscious programming, the mind will continue to play the same tune, trapping you in the same cycles.

The lesson here, my friends, is one of profound depth: to change the patterns of your life, to break free from the invisible chains that bind you, you must go beneath the surface. You must dare to confront the subconscious and the patterns that were set long ago. It is not enough to think new thoughts; you must take the steps to rewrite the tape, to transform the beliefs that were formed in those early years. This requires patience, self-awareness, and action. It is a journey, not of mere willpower, but of conscious and deliberate change.

Practical actions, then, must be taken: identify the old patterns that govern your life. Reflect on the beliefs you hold about yourself and the world—are they rooted in early experiences, in wounds that were never healed? Then, take steps to rewrite the story. This may involve healing old wounds, seeking new experiences, or working with the subconscious through practices like meditation, affirmations, or therapeutic techniques that allow you to change the tape. Do not be fooled into thinking that positive thinking alone will suffice. Seek deeper, seek with purpose, and transform with action.

And so, as you stand on the shores of your own life, remember this ancient truth: the subconscious is a river that runs deep. You cannot change its course by standing upon the bank and wishing it to flow differently. You must dive into its waters, confront its currents, and change its course from the depths. Only then will you truly be free, and only then will the positive thoughts you hold be able to take root and flourish in the soil of your being.