Belief lives in
The hearts and minds,
Where it casts its spell.
Its roots grow unseen,
And are fed by hopes and dreams.
Belief bends the world,
And makes the strong bow,
With a soft shepherd’s call.
Unseen yet deeply felt,
Belief is a force
That shapes and molds.
It can sway souls.
It can bend wills,
And lead each to their spot.
In giving in or standing strong,
Belief leaves its diacritic.
It echoes through time,
Quiet and loud.
Belief is a silent power,
Both simple and deep.
The Invisible Architect
Isn’t it fascinating how belief can shape our reality in such profound ways? This piece beautifully captures the subtle yet powerful influence of our convictions on our lives and the world around us.
The image of belief casting a spell reminds me of what William James, the father of American psychology, said: “Belief creates the actual fact.” Our beliefs have a way of manifesting in our experiences.
When the poem speaks of belief’s roots growing unseen, it echoes what Carl Jung meant when he talked about the power of the unconscious. As he put it, “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.”
The idea of belief bending the world brings to mind what anthropologist Clifford Geertz observed about culture and beliefs. He saw them as “webs of significance” that we spin and in which we’re suspended, shaping our perception and actions.
The notion that belief can “sway souls” and “bend wills” reflects what social psychologist Robert Cialdini discovered about the principle of “social proof.” Our beliefs are often influenced by those around us, creating powerful social currents.
So what does all this mean? Perhaps it’s about recognizing the power of our beliefs to shape not just our inner world, but our outer reality as well. It’s about understanding that what we believe can become a self-fulfilling prophecy.
Remember, every belief you hold has the potential to influence your life in significant ways. As Henry Ford famously said, “Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t – you’re right.”
So next time you find yourself confronting a belief, consider: How is this belief shaping your reality? Because isn’t that what makes our minds so powerful? This ability to mold our experiences through our convictions. Your beliefs are constantly at work, silently shaping your world. How will you harness this “silent power” today?