The Power of the Reticular Activating System

Have you ever decided you want something, like a red Honda Accord or a big juicy hamburger, and then suddenly you see it everywhere? That's your brain's filter, the reticular activating system (RAS), at work. It helps you notice what you focus on. Thinking a lot can be powerful, but sometimes too much thinking can be a problem. When you focus on what's important, you can turn your thoughts into useful information. How do you think focusing your thoughts could change what you see and experience every day?