Feeding the mind: From toxic thoughts to infinite power

We ignore at our peril that food has a prodigious impact on our system. Humans do not quite comprehend this vital aspect of our existence. An improper diet first takes a toll on the metabolism and then attacks other organs of the body. Simply put intake of toxic foods generates repugnant thoughts and results in a weak mind and body.

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Wellness of body and mind lies in consumption of superfoods. They consist of seasonal fruits and salads which get digested within 30 to 45 minutes.

A normal vegetarian diet which is not too spicy or sweet is absorbed by the system in about 6 to 7 hours. Non-vegetarian fare normally takes around 72 hours to assimilate. During this period toxins accumulate and this affects the mind and body. Liquids should certainly not include aerated drinks, and drinks laced with drugs or alcohol.

These psychedelic substances blur the thought process apart from wreaking havoc on the mind and body. The human mind is an enigma and a reservoir of potential. But the moot question is as to how do we tap this potential? The mind is constantly on the move. It is hyperactive. It needs a relaxation room, wherein an individual can dump the garbage, declutter it and achieve something useful for the self and the society. The mind is the faculty of consciousness and thoughts. It is an individual's intellect or memory or his attention span or will. To be happy in life and calm the obdurate and recalcitrant mind, human beings should be aware of certain intrinsic laws of nature. These are the Law of Attraction and the Law of Acceptance.

The Law of Attraction simply states that if a person is joyful, the individual would attract such people and thoughts into his or her life.

This leads us to various types of personalities. Personality is derived from the Latin word “persona.” The mask used by actors in Roman theatre for changing their makeup. Personality refers to our characteristic ways of responding to individuals and situations. Noted Psychologists, Paula Costa and Robert McCrae have developed a five-factor model to elaborate on various psychological traits of human personality.

a) Open to experience-Those who score high on this factor are imaginative, curious, and open to new ideas.