Success, Simplified: Achieve Big, Enjoy the Ride!

With all the knowledge we have about the brain & mind from neuroscience, neurology, behavior science, Psychology, Psychiatry and more, have you ever wondered how we can apply those learnings towards reaching our goals?

It's not just about reaching our goals. it's also about enjoying the journey while getting there.

How can we make this a part of our daily life?

For those of us who crave straightforward answers without diving deep into the science or endless theories, here’s the secret: a simple approach to rewiring your mindset for success and happiness.

Think of it as a mental reset—a way to train your brain not only to reach your goals but also to savor every step of the journey. With the right mindset, you can develop a strong belief system that fuels your success every time, all while enjoying the process.

By shifting your perspective, you can teach your brain to see opportunities where others see obstacles and find joy in the pursuit of your dreams. This powerful yet simple shift can transform your entire approach to life and your goals.

The approach:

To truly achieve success and find joy in every step, you need to cultivate a belief system that aligns with your core values.

Here’s a simple way to do that:

First, gain clarity on what you truly want—something that resonates with your authentic self. Once you have that clarity, focus on it with all your might. Be consistent and persistent in your pursuit, aligning every action, thought, emotion, and communication with this clear intention.

But there’s another crucial element:

embracing a sense of surrender to the greater forces at play. This means trusting that when your intentions are pure and your efforts sincere, a higher power or the universe itself will conspire to help you succeed.

The key is to remain aligned with positive traits and emotions. Avoid letting negative traits—like fear, anxiety, impatience, anger, envy, or self-doubt—cloud your path. These emotions can disconnect you from the flow of positive energy and hinder your progress.        

Instead, focus on gratitude for everything you have now. Celebrate your past successes, no matter how big or small, and eagerly anticipate the good things that are yet to come. When you cultivate this mindset, you allow a divine system to take over, guiding you on the who, what, how, and when, effortlessly bending reality in your favor.

Why does it work?

You might be wondering why this approach is so effective. The answer lies in understanding a fundamental principle about life and success.

Let’s break it down to first principles thinking. Ask yourself this simple question: What do you do every second that shapes your future success or failure?

It’s clear that what you do every second adds up—seconds turn into minutes, minutes into hours, hours into days, and days into years. Every second is a building block of your future.

Now, consider this: every moment of your life, you are doing one of four things—you’re thinking, processing emotions, communicating, or taking action.

When you realize this, it becomes obvious that the thoughts you think, the emotions you process, the words you speak, and the actions you take are all constantly shaping your destiny.

The key, then, is to master these four elements and direct them towards achieving your goals.

So, how do we continuously control and align these elements with our ambitions? That’s where the approach we've discussed comes in. By adopting this mindset and method, you bring these four elements under your conscious control, setting yourself on a path that aligns with your goals. Essentially, it puts you on autopilot, guiding you toward success without losing joy in the journey.

With this method, you’re not just passively hoping for a better future—you’re actively creating it, second by second, with intention and joy.

The Power of Subconscious Autopilot

Have you ever found yourself doing something without even thinking about it—like brushing your teeth in the morning or reaching for your phone the moment you wake up? These actions happen almost automatically, driven by what we call "autopilot." To truly understand the concept of being on "autopilot," it's crucial to recognize how much of our daily behavior is driven by subconscious patterns. Before diving deeper, take a moment to watch this video.

It illustrates a simple yet powerful example: people automatically standing up when they hear a bell, without even realizing why they're doing it. This is a perfect depiction of what we mean by autopilot—an automatic response driven by subconscious conditioning. This simple experiment illustrates how much of our behavior is driven by subconscious cues and learned behaviors.

Now, consider this: every day, millions of such micro-behaviors guide our actions, decisions, and even our emotions. These are behaviors we've absorbed over time from our environment, culture, and experiences. Often, they operate without our conscious awareness, subtly steering us towards a destiny we may not have chosen for ourselves. Think about the habits, reactions, and thought patterns you engage in without even thinking. How many of these are truly serving your goals? We react, make decisions, and feel emotions based on this internal programming, keeping us in a loop of repetitive actions that don’t align with our goals.

Research suggests that over 95% of our behavior is governed by these subconscious habits. This means that most of the time, we're not actively in control; we're simply reacting based on ingrained patterns that may not align with our true goals. This means that unless we make a conscious effort to change, we’re likely to keep repeating the same patterns over and over. Over time, these subconscious behaviors form the bedrock of our daily routines, shaping our decisions and, ultimately, our destiny. And it's precisely this automatic mode of operation that can lead to frustration, setbacks, and unfulfilled ambitions.

But here’s the good news: the approach we've discussed above can help you reclaim control. By intentionally aligning your thoughts, actions, emotions, and communications with your goals, you can reprogram these subconscious behaviors. This reprogramming sets you on a new autopilot—one that naturally propels you toward your aspirations. Instead of feeling stuck or frustrated, you'll find yourself effortlessly moving in the direction you want, experiencing joy and fulfillment along the way. The key is to make sure your autopilot is programmed with the right coordinates—your true goals and values. This way, even when you're not consciously thinking about it, every step you take brings you closer to success. Instead of being a prisoner to old habits, you become the master of your destiny, guiding yourself toward success with ease and joy.

So, when we talk about being on autopilot, we’re not suggesting you let go of the wheel. Instead, we’re saying: program your internal compass to always point toward your dreams. Make sure every automatic action, every subconscious thought, is in service of your highest goals. This is how you turn the power of autopilot from a potential pitfall into a powerful ally. It’s about harnessing the power of your mind to work for you, making it a powerful subconscious force that can liberate you. Effortlessly achieving anything you desire while truly enjoying the ride towards the life you’ve always wanted.

More Than Just Goals: It’s About Transforming Your Life

Let’s pause for a moment. This approach isn’t just about goals, achievements, or success. What we’re talking about here is so much bigger—it's about reshaping your entire life. This is about the quality of your life. The way you live. The way you feel. it’s about creating the life you truly want.

Think of where you are now. Life can feel overwhelming, like you're trapped in a cycle of negative emotions, setbacks, or struggles. You might feel stuck in feelings of loneliness, anxiety, fear, or even anger. Maybe you've faced financial hardship, relationship breakdowns, or struggles with health. These emotional weights often feel inescapable, when you're caught in the same subconscious patterns that fuel them.

But what if you could change that? What if you could reprogram those subconscious habits that keep you locked in that loop of frustration and pain? Imagine flipping the script entirely. With the approach we’ve discussed, you have the power to turn your life around—to transform from feeling trapped to living with purpose, joy, and fulfillment. By aligning your thoughts, emotions, and actions with your authentic self, you fundamentally change how you live and experience the world.

Picture the difference:

From being depressed, lonely, anxious, unhealthy, and unfulfilled.

To becoming joyful, successful, serene, and thriving.

This approach isn’t merely a tool for success—it’s a way to break free from the limitations you’ve unknowingly set for yourself. It’s about waking up every day feeling excited, energized, and in control of your destiny. It’s about finding peace in the present and optimism for the future. You unlock a new way of living—one where every day feels like a step toward something meaningful.

So, give this some serious thought. See it as a way to transform your life—to step into a version of yourself that feels vibrant, connected, and truly alive. The shift is possible, and it starts with the choice to reprogram your autopilot toward the life you love.

Give this approach the attention it deserves.

The Invitation to Dive Deeper

We've touched on the powerful principles that can reshape your life, but there’s a universe of science waiting to be uncovered: from the neurological impact of gratitude to the intricate dance between memory, perception, and the sensory system, to the chemical and electromagnetic mechanisms that orchestrate our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that govern your body and mind. However, diving into these deeper topics is beyond the scope of this article. What we’ve explored here is just the tip of the iceberg.

That said, if you're an academic or researcher exploring these fields or an enthusiast eager to explore these deeper topics, I would love to connect and explore these areas further with you. Together, we can unpack these rich layers and discuss how they relate to your specific field of study. Let’s connect—I’m eager to explore how these concepts intersect with formal studies and research.