Hello again. Thanks for joining me for a bit.

Do you like puzzles? Solving them that is?

I do. I am not always good at it, but I love the challenge of trying to master it. Years ago, I started training my mind, my brain, to be aware of whatever the command was from me that I needed it, my brain, to perform. Puzzles are a excellent tool for this.

I would tell it things like remember this, forget that, make note of that name, that address, that flower, find the correct cut for the puzzle piece I am looking for and so on. You get the idea. I still do it and it is still working to this day. My brain is still listening to me.

This is a very handy technique when you are learning something new, finding your way around an unfamiliar city or being introduced to someone for the first time.

This can also become an issue if you allow your mind to wander into foreign territories without directions for its behavior. Our minds, our brains, are alive. They know how to function in many areas all on their own.

Unattended, they behave and make decisions based on one’s past decisions. Where would that lead you or me? This is why it is so very important to mind your mind. Taking care of your physical needs is necessary, of utmost priority. Beyond that, your mind is yours to command.

Will you take care of it? Keep it healthy and functioning well. Will you show it new things to remember, keep it clear, thoughtful and wise? I certainly hope so.

Peace……C