“What You Think, You Become” — A Reflection on Mindfulness and Your Inner Voice

Through this series with Townsend Draft Goods, Betsy shares simple, meaningful ways to bring mindfulness and meditation into everyday life.

“What You Think, You Become” 

One of the most meaningful books on my shelf is Secrets of Meditation by my teacher, davidji. His wisdom has deeply shaped my own journey, and I was thrilled to learn that his book is now available at Townsend Draft Goods. It’s a great resource for anyone exploring meditation or simply looking for a little more peace in their day.

There’s a phrase davidji teaches that has stuck with me: “What you think, you become.”

It’s a powerful reminder that our thoughts don’t just float by unnoticed - they influence how we see ourselves, how we show up, and the choices we make. Over time, the thoughts we repeat become the voice we hear most often - our inner voice - shaping our identity and even the direction of our lives.

This is where mindfulness becomes so important.

Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment without judgment. It helps us become more aware of the inner voice that’s guiding us, often without our realizing it. When we’re mindful, we can catch those thoughts in real time and ask: Is this helpful? Is it true? Is it something I want to hold onto?

Without mindfulness, it’s easy to get swept up in old habits of thinking - stories rooted in fear, self-doubt, or comparison. But with awareness, we give ourselves the chance to choose a different response. To speak to ourselves with more compassion. To rewrite that inner dialogue in a way that reflects who we want to become - the best version of ourselves.

Mindfulness doesn’t mean we stop thinking - it means we notice what we’re thinking, and how it’s affecting us.

So, the next time a limiting thought shows up, take a breath. Pause. Ask yourself if that thought deserves your energy. Because the more we practice noticing, without judging or reacting, the more we can create space for kinder, truer thoughts to grow.

And over time, those mindful moments become the building blocks of transformation.

Because what you think…you truly do become.

✨ About the Author

Betsy is a certified meditation teacher and career coach based in Southern California. She’s been practicing meditation since 2018 and became certified through the davidji Master of Wisdom & Meditation Teacher Training Academy in 2024. With over 20 years of experience in career development, she also serves as an adjunct professor in the California State University system and is the co-founder of a veteran service organization.