The mind is its own place, and in itself,
can make heaven of Hell, and a hell of Heaven.
~John Milton

Mind:

The mind is a powerful force, behind the creation of all of our
experiences. It can be a powerful tool, or a stealth weapon. Our
minds are constantly at work, and our subconscious mind is able to be
programmed and reprogrammed, often without our direct conscious
knowledge of the process. When we hear the inner critic, we are
witnessing one example of a powerful way the mind can manipulate and
undermine us. This is because the subconscious mind does not
discriminate, it repeats what it is fed, and eventually we begin to
live according to these beliefs. Consciously changing our thought
processes through practices such as affirmations, meditation, and
other tools that quiet the mind and shift our perspective, is
liberating and empowering. We learn to control our lives through a
deep connection with our inner world, rather than letting
circumstances control us.

A good mind should never be left to its own devices. Learning and re-
learning means progress, consciously working with the power of the
mind to create new perspectives enriches life experience, inspires
creativity, and boosts confidence. When we respect and nourish the
mind, our thought processes will nourish the soul.