An agitated mind has three fundamental imperfections
1. Excessive flow of thoughts
2. Negative thoughts
3. Thoughts without direction
Karma Yoga
You can reduce the flow of thoughts with Karma Yoga. Karma yoga means selfless actions dedicated to the prosperity of one and all. It is practiced by surrendering all activities to a higher ideal and working without egocentric attachments to any work, without craving for the rewards. When one continues to practice right action, the mind instead of pursuing the senses, maintains the thought of the higher ideal and successfully reduces the flow of thought.
Bhakti Yoga
The flow of positive thoughts can be improved by Bhakti Yoga or the path of devotion, which is prescribed for mental or emotional stability. Devotion is the same as love except that love is meant for mere mortals, whereas, devotion is a higher ideal. It is developed with prayer, by mental prostration, and surrender of the ego to the lord or guru. When this is practiced regularly, negative thoughts are replaced with positive ones.
Gnana Yoga
The direction of the thoughts can be changed by Gnana Yoga or the path of knowledge. When a seeker constantly reflects upon sacred truths, his attention automatically withdraws from sensual pleasures and gets established in the higher and nobler values of life.
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