Don’t Believe Everything You Think

Description

Okay, I’ve got to share this with you—this book completely changed the way I view my thoughts. If you’re like me, sometimes your brain can be your biggest critic, and you get caught up in negative thinking. That’s where this book steps in. It’s all about how to detach yourself from your thoughts, especially the ones that hold you back or bring you down.

Why should you read it?

You know those moments when you spiral into overthinking, and your mind starts telling you all these stories about why you’re not good enough or why things won’t work out? This book is like a friend who says, “Hold on, not everything your mind tells you is true.” It teaches you to recognise that your thoughts are just thoughts—they don’t have to control you. That was a huge eye-opener for me!

What I loved most was how practical the advice was. Nguyen doesn’t just tell you to stop thinking negatively but gives you actionable tools to shift your mindset. It’s not about avoiding hard truths; it’s about not letting those thoughts define your reality.

What I learned:

One of the biggest lessons I took from the book was how much power we actually have over our thoughts. Nguyen talks about mindfulness and how learning to observe your thoughts without judgment can help you break free from cycles of anxiety and self-doubt. It’s like learning to step back and be the observer of your mind rather than the victim of it.

Another game-changer for me was the idea that you don’t need to believe everything your mind tells you. How often do we let our negative self-talk determine our mood or decisions? This book helped me realise that not every thought I have needs to be taken seriously. I can choose to let it go, and that simple shift is incredibly freeing.

Final thoughts:

If you struggle with overthinking, self-doubt, or negative thought patterns, Don’t Believe Everything You Think is like a breath of fresh air. It’s an easy read with powerful insights that can change the way you relate to your thoughts. I felt so much lighter after reading it because it taught me how to stop letting my mind run the show. If you want to stop getting stuck in your head and learn to be a bit kinder to yourself, I highly recommend giving this one a try!