The Dual Mind: Captain and Crew
Your conscious mind is the captain, your subconscious is the obedient crew, fulfilling every command.
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The conscious mind is the 'captain of the ship.' The captain issues orders, and the ship's crew (subconscious mind) carries them out.
Murphy says that our mind works on two levels: the conscious and the subconscious. The conscious mind is where we reason, use logic, and make choices; it starts thoughts and decisions. The subconscious mind, though, is a large, open area that accepts whatever the conscious mind tells it as truth, without questioning or analyzing. It holds emotions, memory, and habits, and it controls all our body functions. Understanding this two-part mind is important because it shows that our subconscious mind, while strong, does not act on its own ...
Supporting evidence
Murphy frequently uses the analogy of a ship's captain (conscious) and its crew (subconscious) to illustrate this relationship. The captain decides the destination and gives orders, and the crew, without questioning, executes those orders to navigate the ship.
Apply this
Become acutely aware of your conscious thoughts. Actively choose positive, constructive thoughts and beliefs, as these are the 'orders' your subconscious will diligently work to manifest. Avoid negative self-talk or worry, as these are equally powerful commands.








