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Think straight

The document outlines strategies for managing negative thoughts and improving mental clarity. Key actions include questioning the validity of thoughts, focusing on the present, practicing deliberate thinking, simplifying mental input, and replacing negative thoughts with more constructive ones. The overall aim is to foster a healthier mindset and promote actionable thinking.

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Think straight

The document outlines strategies for managing negative thoughts and improving mental clarity. Key actions include questioning the validity of thoughts, focusing on the present, practicing deliberate thinking, simplifying mental input, and replacing negative thoughts with more constructive ones. The overall aim is to foster a healthier mindset and promote actionable thinking.

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Realize You Are Not Your Thoughts

Your mind will produce random, negative, or anxious thoughts—but you don’t have to accept or
act on them.

Action:
When a thought arises like “I’ll never succeed”, pause and ask:

Is this true?

Is this helpful?
If not, let it go or replace it.

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2. Question Every Thought

Foroux says: “Don’t believe everything you think.”


Most people react automatically to their thoughts. Instead, you need to challenge them.

Ask yourself:

Is this a fact or an assumption?

What would a calmer or more logical version of me think?

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3. Focus on What Matters Now

Overthinking happens when your mind keeps jumping to the past or future.
Thinking straight means returning to the present and thinking in terms of action.

Example:
Instead of worrying about your past failures, ask:

What can I do right now to move forward?


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4. Practice “Deliberate Thinking”

Don’t wait for chaos to clear your mind. Make thinking a habit: journal, sit quietly, or review your
thoughts daily.

Build a habit:

Spend 10 minutes daily reflecting on what you’re thinking and whether those thoughts help your
goals.

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5. Simplify Your Mental Input

Your brain can’t think clearly if it’s overloaded with social media, news, and random opinions.

Tip:

Limit mental clutter.

Consume less noise, more signal.

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6. Replace Negative Thoughts with Useful Ones

The goal is not “positive thinking”—it’s useful thinking.


Even realistic, neutral thoughts are better than harmful ones.

Instead of: “I can’t do this.”


Try: “This is hard, but I can take the next step.”

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