The Battle in Your Mind: Which Wolf Are You Feeding

There's a war inside your mind... and you're the one feeding the winner.

This powerful video unpacks the legendary story of the two wolves: one fueled by fear, anger, and ego, the other by love, joy, and peace. Discover how your thoughts shape your reality and how simple daily practices like gratitude, awareness, and guarding your environment can shift your entire life.

Watch now to learn how to feed the right wolf and win the battle within.

There’s a battle happening right now, not in the outside world, but inside your mind. The way you think, the words you speak to yourself, and the focus you choose each day all determine the quality of your life.

One of the most powerful stories that illustrates this truth is the Cherokee parable of the two wolves.

The Story of the Two Wolves

An elder tells his grandson:

“Inside me there is a terrible fight between two wolves. One is evil—anger, envy, greed, arrogance, self-pity, and resentment. The other is good—joy, peace, love, kindness, humility, and compassion.”

          The boy asks, “Which wolf will win?”
The elder replies:

“The one you feed.”

This parable reminds us that our thoughts are not neutral. They shape our emotions, decisions, and actions. What we feed with our focus grows stronger.

Why Your Thoughts Matter

As Drew Bledsoe’s father once said, “The thoughts in your head will rule your world.”

Nowadays, many people struggle with anxiety, comparison, and stress. Much of this doesn’t come from external events but from our own thought patterns. If we constantly focus on what’s wrong, life feels heavy. But when we choose to see joy, peace, and gratitude, life feels lighter, even in challenging times.

Your inner dialogue determines your outer reality. That’s why learning to guide your thoughts is one of the most valuable skills you can develop.

Practical Ways to Feed the Right Wolf

Shifting your mindset isn’t about ignoring difficulties—it’s about choosing how you respond. Here are three powerful practices that can help:

1. Build Awareness of Your Self-Talk

Start noticing the words you say to yourself. Would you speak to a friend the same way? If not, pause and ask, “Is this true?” Awareness is the first step in breaking negative thought loops.

2. Practice Gratitude Daily

Gratitude rewires the brain to see abundance instead of lack. Try keeping a journal or setting a daily reminder. For example, one simple method is setting an alarm at 5:55 p.m. every day to stop, breathe, and list what you’re grateful for. Invite others to join; it’s a powerful way to spread positivity.

3. Guard Your Environment

Your surroundings shape your mindset. Pay attention to:

• Music and media: Do they uplift or drain you?

• Social feeds: Are they filled with negativity or inspiration?

• Relationships: Do the people around you encourage growth or pull you down?

You may not control everything that happens to you, but you can control how you choose to respond.

Pain Is Inevitable, Suffering Is Optional

Life will always have challenges. Pain is part of being human. But suffering often comes from the stories we repeat in our heads. By feeding the wolf of joy, peace, and love, we shift our perspective, see opportunities in challenges, and live with greater purpose.

Final Thoughts

The battle of the two wolves never stops, but the outcome is always in your hands. The thoughts you nurture will shape the life you live.

Start small:

• Notice your self-talk.

• Practice gratitude.

• Protect your environment.

Over time, these practices will strengthen the wolf that brings joy, peace, and compassion into your life.

Remember, you don’t have to do it alone. Let’s grow together.