Brief Summary
This video by Simmy Goraya introduces a simple yet powerful psychological trick called "The Art of Observing Yourself" to gain better self-control and self-awareness. It emphasizes being present in the moment, understanding your thoughts and actions, and making conscious decisions to change unwanted habits. By observing yourself, you can better understand yourself and others, and bring yourself back to the present moment.
- Observing yourself helps you gain control over your actions and thoughts.
- It brings you back to the present moment, allowing you to make conscious decisions.
- Consistent practice can lead to significant positive changes in your behavior and habits.
What does observing yourself mean?
Observing yourself means becoming aware of your actions and thoughts as they happen. For example, if you're talking too much on a date, remind yourself to observe and realize this. This doesn't mean stopping completely, but rather seeing your actions with awareness. This awareness allows you to make a split-second decision to continue or change your approach, giving you better control in that moment. It's about being mindful of what you're saying and doing, not acting like a robot, but being in command of your actions.
The last thought you had, stays with you
When you're lost in thought, it's easy to lose track of where your mind is going. By reminding yourself to observe, the last thought you had stays with you, making you realize the direction of your thoughts. Doing this consistently for a month or two can bring about significant positive changes. You'll become more aware of your thoughts, words, and actions, bringing you back to the present moment where you can take action according to your will.
Make or break habits
Observing yourself helps in breaking unwanted habits. When you catch yourself in a state of doing something you want to change, like shaking your leg, remind yourself to observe. This awareness helps you recognize the habit and gradually reduce it. It's a way of getting a better sense of what's happening right now. Even remembering this trick once in a while can lead to small changes that compound over time, helping you implement the changes you desire. The key is to catch yourself, observe, and then decide whether to continue or not.
