by K.L. Bauman
Continuing with the removing of negative thoughts and emotions, God instructs us to keep our minds on those things that are good. (Phil. 4:8-9) Toward the end of the book, Nya tells Ayden to move his thoughts because he's allowing himself to dwell on negative things. If we stay focused on negative and dark things, we are hindering our sight and won't see all the wonder and beauty God has given us. Our thoughts control our emotions and our actions. Just like the hags, negative thoughts can cause severe anxiety and can bring us to death-spiritually and, sadly enough for some, even physically. Keeping our minds on the things of God, the good and positive things, helps us to have a healthy outlook on everything and everyone around us, including ourselves.