“Pause Before You Ride the Thought”

Radiant Rhymes based on the post “Master your second thought”

Thoughts arise, swift and unplanned,
First ones come, not by your hand.
They bring feelings, strong and clear,
But do they serve the path you steer?

Ask yourself, in that brief space,
Does this thought align with my place?
Is it helpful, does it guide,
Or does it pull me off my stride?

The key to growth, the truth you’ll find,
Is control over the second mind.
The first may drift, it’s not your fault,
But the second thought is your vault.

Anxiety, fear, or anger’s sting,
These first thoughts often shadows bring.
But pause, reflect, and then decide,
Is this the thought I want to ride?

If it drags you down, if it feels wrong,
Switch the tune, sing a new song.
You hold the power, the choice is yours,
To shape your mind, to open doors.

Listen close to what it brings,
Does it lift you, give you wings?
Or does it weigh, does it bind,
Leaving peace and joy behind?

Don’t judge the first, it’s not your blame,
It’s shaped by life, by past and frame.
But step back, see it from afar,
Then choose the thought that’s your North Star.

If it doesn’t serve, if it doesn’t heal,
Say it loud, make it real.
“This does not help, I deserve more,”
And let your second thought restore.

So take this truth, let it ignite,
Your power to choose, your inner light.
Master your thoughts, and you will see,
The path to who you’re meant to be.