E Mussar - Sabedoria para o Crescimento Pessoal: SF

quarta-feira, 2 de junho de 2021

SF - The Rules of Thought

Recording "The Secret of Birchas Cohanim"

Thinking positive thoughts resonates with all of us. Yet, we often stray into negative thought patterns while reflecting on other people (including ourselves). We all realize that this type of thinking is counterproductive. Is there something that can help us keep our thoughts focused on the good? Thankfully, Rabbi Yisrael Salanter revealed a life-changing principle that empowers us with the wisdom to master our thoughts. He condensed the guidelines of thought into one simple rule: "It is forbidden to think about another person, unless you are thinking how to help him."

Just as the Torah gives us laws that guide us to good actions, so too, the Torah enlightens us with the law of thought, that shows us the path to attain peace of mind, kindness, and joy.

Envision that there is a filter on the gate of your mind. It only admits positive thoughts about others (and yourself) to enter your mind. Imagine the whole world engaging in positive and constructive thoughts about each other. See the light of goodness and harmony fill your mind, as well as, all of mankind.

(Based on Tomer Devorah, Chapter 2)