The Subconscious Mind for Kids

Imagine your brain is like an iceberg floating in the ocean. You know how you can only see the tip of an iceberg above the water, but there's a lot more ice hidden below? Well, the part of your brain that you're aware of and use actively, like thinking and talking, is just the tip of the iceberg. That's your conscious mind.

But underneath the surface, there's a huge part of your brain that you're not always aware of. This part is called the subconscious mind. It's like the massive chunk of ice hiding below the water. Even though you can't see it, it's doing a lot of work!

The subconscious mind is responsible for a whopping 95% of what your brain is doing! It controls things like your heartbeat, breathing, and even your habits and emotions. It's always working in the background, like a silent helper, making sure everything runs smoothly without you even realizing it.

So, even though you might not be aware of it, your subconscious mind is super busy and important! It's like the powerhouse of your brain, making sure everything works just right.

But just like the subconscious mind can be super helpful, there are also times when it might not work in the best way. Sometimes, the thoughts we have about ourselves and the world around us can affect our subconscious mind in negative ways.

For example, if we often think negative thoughts about ourselves, like "I'm not good enough" or "I can't do it," those thoughts can sink into our subconscious and affect how we feel about ourselves without us even realizing it. Similarly, if we constantly worry about things or focus on the bad stuff happening in the world, it can make our subconscious mind feel anxious or stressed.

When our subconscious mind absorbs these negative thoughts, it can start to influence our actions and feelings in ways that aren't helpful. We might feel more anxious, sad, or even start to doubt ourselves more often.

But the good news is, just like we can train our bodies to be strong and healthy, we can also train our subconscious minds to think differently! By practicing things like psych-k, gratitude and mindfulness, we can help our subconscious mind work in a more helpful way, making us feel happier and more confident.