Success Mindset: Why Doing the Opposite of What You Want Works

Yes, You Read That Right!

Seriously now — if your brain says “I want this!”, there’s a good chance it’s a trap. Not because it’s evil (though sometimes it kind of seems that way), but because it’s designed to keep you safe, predictable… and glued to the couch. But you didn’t come here to become a pillow. You came here to become energy in motion.

The Brain Craves Comfort, Not Change

The human brain adores familiarity and “easy.” When you do something that gives you instant gratification — like sweets, scrolling, or the couch — dopamine is released, the brain’s favorite “candy.” But that candy has side effects: it holds you back from your goals.

Change, discipline, and progress? They’re handled by the prefrontal cortex — the “CEO” of your brain. Every time you say no to a fleeting urge and yes to a deeper intention, it’s like lifting weights… for your soul.

Reverse Discipline Is the New Energy Intelligence

What works brilliantly is following a reverse desire mechanism. When you catch yourself saying “I want to…” smile and say:

“Alright, darling — then we’ll do the opposite.”

It’s like going to the gym of self-mastery — not to punish yourself, but to unlock yourself from procrastination, overeating, Netflix-itis (yes, it’s officially a condition now), and the classic “I’ll start Monday.”

And If You’re Like Me…

…talking about energy, awareness, and alignment — you’ll understand this even more deeply: our body, mind, and energetic field learn through repetition and resistance. Inner strength doesn’t awaken when things go smoothly. It wakes up when you say:

“I know you want this, but now we’ll do what you need.”

And yes, at first it might feel like punishment. But flip the script: it’s not punishment — it’s reprogramming.

A Mini Recipe for Self-Discipline

With energy, love, and a touch of neuroscience,
Mary Markou
Energy Therapist & Author
Tutor / Cosmic Energy Healing Academy