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The subconscious mind stores everything you've ever seen, heard, and felt. Naturally, you don't consciously remember all these details, but they're still there. And believe it or not, even if you don't remember them, they govern most of your actions and behaviors.

All these memories stored in the subconscious mind govern how you respond to life's challenges, how you see yourself, and what you believe is possible for you. That's the power of the subconscious mind.

The conscious mind, on the other hand, is all about what you are living now, about the things that you are currently aware of. Consciousness thrives on logic and reason, which is why you can control it.

Conscious Mind vs Unconscious Mind

Here's an example. You send a message to a friend, and they don't reply for several hours. You may have a subconscious reaction of anxiety: They must be mad at me. And then you start overanalyzing what you wrote, rereading the message multiple times. This reaction is fast and emotionally charged. It pulls from past experiences - maybe you've been rejected or ignored before - so your subconscious mind tries to protect you by anticipating hurt.

A conscious reaction would be: They're probably just busy. This is a conscious thought. You may still feel anxious, but you actively challenge the negative thoughts. You wait patiently for your friend to reply and try to distract yourself with something else.

How to Reprogram Your Mind

Because all our experiences are recorded in the subconscious mind, reprogramming it involves more than just thinking positively. It’s about reshaping the beliefs, habits, and internal dialogue that influence your behavior. This isn’t about becoming someone else but about uncovering who you were before those mental patterns took over.

If you're not sure where to start, try the following strategies!

1. Identify Your Mental Scripts

Many of us live with thoughts that were never consciously chosen–narratives picked up from childhood, society, or traumatic past experiences. These mental scripts often play on a loop in our minds, determining how we perceive ourselves and the world around us all the time. If we do not acknowledge these, we won't be able to change them.

Therefore, the first step is to become self-aware. Pay attention to recurring inner dialogues such as I’m not good enough, I always mess this up, or Nothing ever works out. These subconscious beliefs influence your actions and outcomes, often going unquestioned.

Once you identify these patterns, you can start to relate to them differently, not as facts, but as outdated scripts that no longer serve you.

2. Identify The Source of Your Beliefs/Behaviors

Let's take the same example as above: the one where your friend doesn't immediately respond to your message, and you start worrying that you did something wrong. Can you remember a different moment, maybe from your childhood, when you felt similarly? Try to analyze this response and understand where it comes from. If you find the source, it will be much easier to reprogram your subconscious mind to respond differently to similar situations in the future.

But this is easier said than done, of course. It can be quite difficult to trace these things, especially if anxiety, depression, or PTSD is also involved. Because of this, we highly recommend seeking professional help for your mental well-being. A mental health expert will be able to guide you through this process in a healthy way without pushing you to confront memories you're not ready to confront.

3. Change Your Beliefs (through Repetition!)

"A belief is a mental architecture of how we interpret the world," argues psychologist Peter Halligan. "If you challenge [beliefs] by contradiction, or just by cutting them off from the stimuli that make you think about them, then they are going to weaken slightly. If that is combined with a very strong reinforcement of new beliefs, then you're going to get a shift in emphasis from one to the other."

This is your goal: once you identify the beliefs and behaviors, you have to weaken them and gradually replace them with new ones, more positive alternatives. This can be done through constant repetition. Returning to the example above: every time you notice that someone doesn't reply to your message immediately, ground yourself, stay in the present moment, and try to convince yourself that not responding may have nothing to do with you.

If you choose to do this with the help of a professional, they will provide you with the necessary tools that apply to your particular situation.

4. Try Visualization Techniques

Visualization is a powerful tool for reprogramming the mind. The brain responds strongly to imagined experiences, especially when they elicit an emotional response that is emotionally vivid. It is well known that successful, world-renowned athletes, performers, and leaders rely on visualization to reprogram their minds for success.

To get the most out of visualization:

• Use all your senses: imagine what you see, hear, feel, and even smell in the desired situation.

• Feel the emotions: don’t just see the outcome; feel the confidence, calm, or excitement that goes with it.

• Be consistent: repetition helps install these imagined experiences into your subconscious mind.

For example, if you're working on becoming more confident, spend five minutes a day imagining yourself walking into a room confidently, speaking clearly, and feeling proud of how you carry yourself. Over time, these mental rehearsals help your brain expect–and create–that version of you in reality.

5. Change Your Environment

The space and people around you shape your inner world more than you realize. Your environment includes more than just your physical surroundings–it also encompasses the emotional and mental inputs you're exposed to every day. This means:

• The people you talk to

• The media you consume, including social media, news, movies, and music

• Your daily routines

• Your home and workspace

• Your work and personal life balance

If your surroundings reflect the old version of you and are filled with negative influences, it becomes harder to change. This is why it's so important to start anew from all points of view.

Surround yourself with people who can reinforce the behaviors/habits you want to adopt. Redecorate your space so it reflects your current goals. Get rid of the things that are deeply ingrained with memories that may trigger unwanted thoughts or reactions. Stop consuming information that reinforces the behaviors or beliefs you want to change, and you'll soon notice positive results.

6. Reprogram Your Body Too

Mental transformation doesn’t just happen in your thoughts–it’s stored in your body as well. Your nervous system encodes emotional patterns, stress responses, and even your sense of identity. If your body is tense, anxious, or dysregulated, it’s much harder to feel open to new beliefs or behaviors.

Here are some practices that can change your nervous system’s stress response:

• Mindful movement (regular exercise like yoga, tai chi, or even slow walking): helps you connect with your body, release tension, and stay present.

• Cold exposure (like cold showers or ice baths): trains your nervous system to stay calm under discomfort, increasing resilience.

• Deep breaths (such as box breathing or diaphragmatic breathing): send a signal to your body that you’re safe, which helps reduce stress responses.

7. Start Journaling

Journaling is a direct line of communication between your conscious and subconscious mind. It’s not just for venting–it’s a method for uncovering hidden patterns, rewriting beliefs, and tracking your progress over time.

To make journaling more effective:

• Ask deep questions: What belief am I ready to let go of? or What would the future version of me do in this situation?

• Reframe negative thoughts: if you notice a limiting belief, write a new one to replace it, focusing on a positive outcome.

• Track progress: reflect weekly on what you’re learning, how you’ve grown, and where you’re still challenged.

8. Learn New Things

Continuous learning is vital for personal growth and mental reprogramming. What you consistently watch, read, and listen to becomes part of your mental diet. These include:

• Podcasts: choose ones that inspire or educate you, even passively.

• Books: even a few pages a day can shift your thinking patterns in a new direction.

• Conversations: talk to people who challenge your old stories and reflect on new possibilities.

• Background music or audio: listening to empowering affirmations, calm instrumental music, or educational content can influence your state of mind even without focused attention.

9. Use Positive Affirmations

Positive affirmations are often misunderstood as shallow or overly simplistic, but in reality, they can have a profound impact on your mental well-being! The words you speak to yourself daily can truly shape your inner narrative, attract positivity, and help you break free from that never-ending loop of self-doubt or fear, for example.

The subconscious mind learns through repetition and emotional intensity. When you constantly repeat empowering affirmations like I am worthy of success instead of I never get things right, you begin to overwrite the negative self-talk and limiting beliefs that may have been running on autopilot for years.

To get the full benefit of the positive energy of affirmations, consistency and emotional engagement are key. Here’s how to make them work:

• Keep them in the present tense: say I am calm and focused, not I will be calm. This anchors the belief in the now.

• Connect with the feeling: don’t just say it–feel it. Imagine how it feels to be confident, loved, strong, or successful.

• Repeat daily: use them during your morning routine, before sleep, or even throughout the day. The more often, the better.

• Write them down: reinforce the message visually by writing affirmations in a journal, on sticky notes, or a vision board.

• Speak to yourself with kindness and empathy.

10. Reprogram Your Mind with Neurofeedback

Neurofeedback is a powerful method for training the brain to encourage self-reflections and conscious awareness, two key ingredients for lasting personal transformation. Devices like Mendi make this process accessible by allowing you to directly train the part of your brain most involved in focus, emotional control, and conscious decision-making: the prefrontal cortex.

The prefrontal cortex (PFC) is the command center of your brain. It governs critical functions such as:

• Emotion regulation

• Attention and focus

• Impulse control

• Goal-setting and decision-making

How Mendi Helps Build Self-Awareness

Mendi uses real-time neurofeedback to show you how your prefrontal cortex is functioning. When you wear the headset and play the game on our app, you receive immediate feedback based on blood flow and oxygenation in your prefrontal cortex. This feedback helps you recognize what states of mind increase or decrease mental control, calmness, and focus.

With regular use, this feedback loop can help you:

• Notice when your mind is drifting or when you feel anxious

• Enhance your ability to return to a calm, focused, and grounded state

• Build a mental “muscle” for awareness and emotional control

• Cultivate a stronger mind-body connection

• Build greater resilience against stress

Keep in mind that Mendi is not a medical device and should not be used to diagnose or treat medical conditions.

If you think neurofeedback training suits your wellness needs, get your own Mendi now and join thousands of other users who are reprogramming their minds right now!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you reprogram your mind?

You can reprogram your mind by identifying your limiting beliefs, triggers, and negative thought patterns, and then consistently replacing them with positive ones. You can do this through visualization, mindfulness, positive affirmations, and journaling.

How do you mentally reset your mind?

You can mentally reset by taking breaks, spending time in nature, moving your body, practicing mindfulness, doing neurofeedback, journaling, or shifting focus to present-moment awareness.

How do I reprogram my mind to be positive?

To reprogram your mind to be positive, regularly practice gratitude, use positive affirmations, surround yourself with uplifting influences, and challenge negative thoughts.

How does the subconscious mind influence our daily lives?

Your subconscious mind plays a powerful role in shaping your daily behavior and emotional responses through ingrained beliefs and patterns. By becoming aware of these influences, you can take control and create positive changes in your life.

Why is it important to change your environment when reprogramming your mind?

Changing your environment is crucial for reprogramming your mind because it shapes your thoughts and behaviors. When you surround yourself with positive influences and supportive spaces, you pave the way for new growth and healthier patterns.

How do positive affirmations work in reprogramming the subconscious mind?

Positive affirmations work by replacing negative beliefs with empowering statements, reshaping your subconscious mind through consistent repetition, and fostering a positive mindset.