Learn how your brain’s filtering system works against you—and how to reprogram it to spot opportunities you’ve been missing all along. From autopilot to manual control.
The story
Your mind is basically on autopilot. But what if you could take manual control?
That’s what Chapter 6 of Attila Horvath’s book “The Journey – I Wish I Knew This Before I Was 21” explores.
Your brain has a filter called the Reticular Activation System that decides what information you notice. It’s why you suddenly see red cars everywhere after you start thinking about buying one.
Horvath connects this to Carl Jung’s idea of becoming your authentic self. By visualizing your goals regularly, you train your brain to notice opportunities that align with them – opportunities that were always there but filtered out before.
I was doubtful until I tried the techniques. After two weeks, I started seeing solutions where I previously only saw problems.
What’s powerful is how Horvath applies William James’ insight that our attitudes shape our reality. It’s not magical thinking – it’s strategic brain training.
The chapter gives practical steps to shift from unconscious reaction to conscious creation. It’s like getting admin access to your mental operating system.
If you feel stuck or like life is happening to you rather than for you, Chapter 6 might give you the perspective shift you need.
For more about Chapter 6 of Attila B. Horvath’s book, “The Journey – I wish I knew this before I was 21”, visit https://attilahorvath.net/the-journey.
