69 - Let the Reticular Activating System Fill Your Thoughts

Today, I talk about the Reticular Activating System (RAS). I've been doing some research on this bundle of nerves in the brainstem that filters out important information and boosts things that it thinks we want to pay attention to. It's fascinating how it can cause dysfunctions like attention deficit or PTSD and even validate negative self-messages.

But here's the thing: we can break out of what RAS decides to filter. We can define what success means to us and use the word “intend” instead of “hope” or “want.” By focusing on what we’re good at and what we want to achieve, and setting goals to reinforce it even further, we can strengthen our RAS system.

And you know what's even better? The RAS system can be programmed to target something visual or active that we intend to do. So, if we infiltrate our brain with imagery, success, and visualization, we can help ourselves notice that thing more often.

So, let's take control of our Reticular Activating System and start achieving our goals!

https://startwithsmallsteps.com/?p=3046

https://extension.umn.edu/two-you-video-series/ras

https://www.lifeonyx.com/understanding-the-reticulating-activity-system-ras-and-how-it-relates-to-success/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kF-RZlaPMpU - RAS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsrkOSTyWCU – WYTAYBA

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