Are You Subconsciously Resisting Your Own Healing?
Thoughts Aren’t Real: How to Reprogram Your Inner Child
Most of us believe our thoughts are real—but Dr. Kevin Reese reminds us they’re nothing more than data streaming from the brain’s internal computer. Thoughts can feel overwhelming, repetitive, and convincing, yet they’re simply algorithms running on a loop.
Santa Claus Thoughts vs. Michael Myers Thoughts
Dr. Reese uses a powerful analogy: some thoughts are like Santa Claus—happy, confident, and dopamine-filled. Others are like Michael Myers—dark, scary, and depressing. Both feel real, but neither actually is. They’re just stories created by the subconscious mind.
The Role of the Inner Child
When obsessive thoughts appear—whether it’s about a new love, fear of change, or worries about the future—they come from the inner child. This subconscious part of the mind often reacts with fear, insecurity, and conditioning from past experiences. Instead of fighting these thoughts, Dr. Reese recommends nurturing the inner child.
Place your hand on your heart, breathe deeply, and reassure yourself with phrases like:
“I’m sorry you’re obsessing about this.”
“Please forgive me for worrying.”
“Everything is going to work out.”
This gentle self-talk calms the subconscious and reduces fear.
The Four Core Fears
Dr. Reese identifies four root fears that drive most negative thoughts:
Embarrassment
Drastic change
Insanity
Death
When these fears are triggered, the mind spirals. Recognizing them as programmed data helps stop the cycle.
Living in the Present
While the imagination can be used as a tool to manifest goals, the ultimate goal is the present moment. That’s the only place life actually happens. Ancient traditions call permanent presence “enlightenment,” but even practicing small moments of presence daily can raise your frequency.
The Power of Mantras
To stay grounded, Dr. Reese recommends repeating a mantra—such as “Thank you” or “I love you”—throughout the day. This prevents the inner child from drifting into negative loops and shifts the mind into gratitude, which raises emotional frequency.
Thoughts Create Feelings, Not Reality
While thoughts can create real emotions, they’re based on false premises. By seeing thoughts as “characters with theme music,” you can detach from them and stop letting them run your life.