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your morning and your day. Clydeley Dennis here, and today in our 7 Good Minutes extra segment,

we're focusing on a powerful notion.

As you'll recall from this morning's episode of seven good minutes, our thought for today is,

the greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.

This idea, profound in its simplicity, holds the key to transforming our everyday experiences.

Let's delve into the roots of this concept.

It's grounded in the ancient wisdom of mindfulness and the modern understanding of cognitive psychology.

The notion that our thoughts shape our reality is not new,

but its practical applications in today's fast-paced

world are more relevant than ever. When we're overwhelmed by stress, it's often because

we're tangled in a web of negative or anxious thoughts. The beauty of this quote lies in its

reminder that we have the agency to choose our thoughts, to shift our focus away from stress

and towards more positive, constructive

mental patterns. How can we apply this in our daily lives? Begin by becoming more aware of your

thought patterns. Notice when you're slipping into negative or stressful thinking. Once you're

aware, consciously choose to shift your focus. This doesn't mean ignoring the reality of challenging situations, but rather approaching

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