Your mind isn't giving you reality—it's filtering, twisting, and often working against you.In this episode, I break down why your thoughts aren't actually "you" and how your mind operates more like a rogue AI that creates problems instead of solving them. If you've ever felt like you can't shut your brain off, or your thoughts make everything harder than it needs to be, this is for you.What you'll learn:• Why you are not your thoughts (and what that actually means)• How your mind tints reality and creates unnecessary suffering• The simple practice of observing your thoughts without judgment• Why questioning your thoughts changes everything• How to recognize when your mind is stirring up troubleI spent over a decade as a therapist and years teaching meditation. One of the most shocking realizations people have is that their thoughts aren't them—and they don't even really "think" their thoughts. Once you understand this, you can stop giving your mind a free pass to run your life.This is the first in a trilogy on understanding your mind. Next, we'll dive into meditation and mindfulness as tools to observe and work with your thoughts.Start this week: Notice what your mind is telling you. No judgment, no criticism—just observe. That simple act changes your relationship with everything.If this resonates, let me know in the comments. And if you want to go deeper, stick around for the next two episodes. Subscribe for more on meditation, mindfulness, and building a life that actually works.