The Internal Algorithm
In today’s world, social media algorithms are designed to show you more of what you engage with. The more you interact with certain content, the more similar content fills your feed. If you consume videos with a positive focus, for example, your feed will soon be overflowing with uplifting content. But if you spend time scrolling through negative posts, , you’ll quickly notice that your feed starts to reflect that, too.
Here’s the thing, this concept doesn’t just apply to social media. It applies to your inner ecosystem too. You have an “internal algorithm” such that whatever you focus on, you’ll start to see more of. Timeless wisdom about this can be found in the Book of Proverbs:
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” Proverbs 4:23 (NIV)
The Hebrew word* translated as “heart” doesn’t just mean emotions—it refers to your inner life. To “guard” your heart means to be watchful and intentional about what you allow in, because it shapes what flows out into your words, actions, and ultimately your outer life. In today’s terms, guarding your heart is like filtering your internal algorithm. If you spend your energy on fear, doubt, or worry, you’ll find yourself seeing more reasons to be afraid, doubtful, or anxious. But the good news is you can intentionally redirect that energy, and start cultivating more uplifting internal content.
The problem is many of us are running on an unchecked internal algorithm. We’ve subconsciously trained our minds to replay old doubts and past failures. Like an endless loop of unwanted content, it keeps showing up because we’ve “engaged” with it for too long. Left unchecked, this cycle doesn’t just shape your mood—it shapes your decisions and ultimately, your future. But just like you can reset your social media preferences, you can also reset your internal algorithm. This process isn’t about ignoring reality, it’s about intentionally choosing what you allow your mind to dwell on. This way your “inner feed” becomes aligned with a higher vibration, helping to unlock the potential that’s been waiting inside you all along.
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