Break Through Quotes

“Those who possess resilience are able to accept roadblocks as a natural part of life. They anticipate and acknowledge new developments, assess the impact, and then adjust accordingly. Rather than responding to change with judgment or negativity, resilient people view it as a challenge to be embraced and an opportunity for growth. Regardless of its source, pain is recognized as a valuable fuel to deepen spiritual practice.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“None of the many fads, supplements, or medications will have a lasting effect if you don’t first alter your thought patterns.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“Thankfully, you have the power to make lasting changes to your health by silencing the DMN and breaking through the mental knots that cause you to overeat. In”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“For optimal health, it is best to abstain from alcohol completely.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“We suffer more often in imagination than in reality.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“Realize that everything connects to everything else.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“The key to breaking through the mental knot of dissatisfaction is to awaken to reality—to see life as it truly is. To do this, you must set aside the false preconception that you are the center of the universe.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“All of us should be grateful for the astonishing sequence of events that have resulted in us being here at this exact moment. Life is a miraculous gift that deserves to be cherished.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“Our ego wants us to ignore or postpone changes in our bodies with surgery, medications, and “fountain of youth” ointments, adamantly refusing to let us modify our habits and accept our bodies’ changes. But no matter how hard we resist, life is never permanent. If you accept that change is an inevitable part of life, it can be deeply liberating.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“We are all connected in a wondrous, intricate system where every living being has a great deal in common. Your lungs and alveoli are structurally similar to the branches and leaves of trees. Your organs, such as kidneys, lungs, and blood vessels, form through a process known as branching morphogenesis, which is directed by similar developmental pathways in plants, fish, and mammals. The same sets of gene families, such as the Wnt, Hedgehog, and Notch pathways, drive embryonic development across many species.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“Now consider the origins of the atoms that make up your body. Most of them (like carbon, oxygen, and nitrogen) were formed in the fiery interior of stars that have since exploded and released their contents into space (also known as supernova events). The hydrogen atoms in your body originated in the Big Bang some 14 billion years ago. Therefore, you are not a drop in the universe but quite literally the universe in a drop.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“What is reality? Let’s start with the facts. You are one of nearly 8 billion people on a planet that is infinitesimally small compared to the known universe. To understand your existence, you must acknowledge the miracle of being alive and conscious at all, given the origin of the cosmos.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“You cannot achieve wisdom by shushing the DMN like an unruly child or getting angry when it disrupts you.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“For example, morning meditation has been proven to increase concentration throughout the day. Before beginning the day’s activities, take fifteen to twenty minutes to observe your breathing, thoughts, sounds, and sensations. This practice calms the DMN (your “wandering mind”) and strengthens the blue spot and CEN (your “observing mind”), keeping negative emotions at bay. It also allows you to process old information, so you can start the day fresh. If”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“Reasons for procrastination include: Anxiety (for example, fear of criticism) Perfectionism Low energy (for example, lack of sleep) Task aversiveness (for example, boredom) Feeling overwhelmed or confused Poor mood Conflict with authority Underlying condition (for example, depression) The”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“Living with high moral standards has immense long-term benefits, from improved health and success to greater love and happiness. It is a strong magnet for trust and companionship, fulfilling your deepest aspirations and awakening inner peace.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“Truth and integrity represent the greatest ambitions of all. “The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts,” Marcus Aurelius said.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“Your honesty and openness will draw others to you, making you a more desirable friend, partner, and leader. When you uphold virtue, others will more comfortably share their feelings and ideas with you. “Always do right,” American writer and humorist Mark Twain quipped. “This will gratify some people and astonish the rest.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“If you want to awaken lasting inner peace and happiness, integrity must be at the forefront of your intentions.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“Integrity means encouraging wholesome actions that benefit the peace and well-being of others. It means recognizing and letting go of unwholesome actions that harm the peace and well-being of others. Wholesome behaviors cultivate a calm, focused mind that is capable of breaking through to the enlightened state. On the other hand, unwholesome behaviors agitate the mind and prevent enlightenment”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“When we are honest, we don’t have anything to hide from ourselves or others, giving us peace of mind. On the other hand, lying leads to a state of anxiety where we fear being exposed. This subtle tension disrupts our ability to be mindful and present, taking away our priceless inner peace.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“As we age, time can seem to speed up, even though each day has the same twenty-four hours as it did when we were children. Scientists believe this “acceleration of time” is related to our tendency to “check out” and group familiar experiences with old ones. We often tune out of routine activities and go into autopilot, ignoring life’s details instead of savoring them. When our minds wander and we lose the present moment, new memories do not form. This results in a mental “time gap” where it can feel that we are aging more quickly. For”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“The news grips our attention every night with tragic stories—earthquakes, economic collapse, and climate change. Despite the fearmongering, you do not have to live in a perpetual state of fear and worry. You have the power to break through anxiety and anger by developing your power of presence, reminding yourself that in this moment you are safe. Your brain’s default mode network is both a friend and an enemy; it loves the past and future, and it does not want you to be present. When it traps you in recurrent negative thought loops, you become its victim. And as you lose focus on the now, negative emotions like anxiety take hold.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“The news grips our attention every night with tragic stories—earthquakes, economic collapse, and climate change. Despite the fearmongering, you do not have to live in a perpetual state of fear and worry. You have the power to break through anxiety and anger by developing your power of presence, reminding yourself that in this moment you are safe. Your”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“identify those practices that best ground you in the present moment. Some of these might include: Music—Whether you dance to a hit song, find nostalgia in an old tune, or attend a concert, music cuts through the web of anxiety and takes you to the present moment, as long as you disengage from the “wandering mind” and actively listen. Exercise—A hike in nature, a stroll with your canine companion, yoga, sports, or other forms of exercise provide the right conditions for presence to thrive, particularly when you take time to appreciate the scenery, feel the breeze, and smell the air. Pay attention to your body and lungs as you walk, jog, swim, cycle, or lift weights. Creative arts—From painting and drawing to sculpting, writing poetry, and coloring, art powerfully disengages the default mode network to soothe an anxious mind. Cooking—Baking, grilling, or sauteing are effective ways to engage the senses and turn off your negative thought patterns. You cannot control the future, but by following a recipe, you can craft a delicious meal and provide satisfaction for yourself and your loved ones. Social connection—Calling an old friend, dining with loved ones, and connecting with colleagues over coffee will brighten your spirits and grant reprieve from anxiety. Countless other possibilities—Reading, gardening, watching the sunrise or sunset, and keeping a journal are just a few other ways to stay present in the moment. The key is to make a conscious effort to identify those activities that best anchor you in the now.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“The key is to stop the recurrent thought loops that cycle endlessly when your mind wanders.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“To be angry is to let others’ mistakes punish yourself,”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“To stop anxiety in its tracks, you must turn off the DMN by harnessing a great power within.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“While a normally functioning DMN is important for self-reflection, memory processing, and decision-making, its hyperactivity can lead to excessive rumination and psychological distress. When our DMN is chronically active, we find it difficult to stay present as our mind wanders excessively to the past or future, triggering anxiety or anger. The close association between the DMN and the limbic system creates a vicious cycle where recurrent thoughts trigger persistent turmoil.”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive

“When we repeatedly experience anxiety or anger throughout the day, it is a sign of an overactive default mode network (DMN). When the DMN turns on, we ruminate on the past and future; unpleasant memories and potential future issues trigger uncomfortable emotions. It can lead to an exhausting cycle where thoughts arriving every two to six seconds take us on a rollercoaster of distress. If”
― Hosein Kouros-Mehr, Break Through: Master Your Default Mode and Thrive