--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The first thing to remember is the dual…" description: "\"The first thing to remember is the dual nature of your mind. The subconscious mind is constantly amenable to the power of suggestion; furthermore the s..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b32/joseph-murphy-7294_balance_the-first-thing-to-remember-is-the-dual_2141114.jpg" --- # The first thing to remember is the dual nature of your… ![“The first thing to remember is the dual nature of your mind. The subconscious mind is constantly amenable to the power of suggestion; furthermore the subconscious mind has complete control of the functions, conditions, and sensations of your body. Trust the subconscious mind to heal you. It made…” quote by Joseph Murphy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b32/joseph-murphy-7294_balance_the-first-thing-to-remember-is-the-dual_2141114.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b32/joseph-murphy-7294_balance_the-first-thing-to-remember-is-the-dual_2141114.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b32/joseph-murphy-7294_balance_the-first-thing-to-remember-is-the-dual_2141114.jpg) > “The first thing to remember is the dual nature of your mind. The subconscious mind is constantly amenable to the power of suggestion; furthermore the subconscious mind has complete control of the functions, conditions, and sensations of your body. Trust the subconscious mind to heal you. It made your body, and it knows all of its processes and functions. It knows much more than your conscious mind about healing and restoring you to perfect balance.” [Joseph Murphy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/joseph-murphy/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The subconscious controls bodily functions and can heal; trusting it enhances recovery. **In simple terms:** Your inner mind knows how to heal your body. Key Takeaway Believe in your subconscious healing power. Themes mind-body connection healing trust Mood reflective motivational Type philosophical self‑help When to use this quote - stress management - chronic illness - personal development Key Concepts subconscious psychosomatics self‑efficacy Questions to Reflect On - How can you cultivate trust in your subconscious? - What limits exist for mental healing? 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