When someone is thoughtful, we believe they show consideration for the needs and feelings of others. A thoughtful person is caring, kind, and helpful.
We should also be thoughtful towards ourselves, being conscious of our own needs and making sure those needs are met. We should be kind to ourselves and let others know how we want to be treated.
Thoughtful can also be a state of mind, being reflective of the past, mindful of the present, and contemplative of the future. The opposite of being thoughtful might include: continuing traditions that don't serve a good purpose, behaving as others have decided we should, reacting emotionally on impulse, not using rational reasoning, wasting too much time on trivial pursuits, not setting aside some quiet time to be peaceful and meditative, and being on auto-pilot doing the same old same old.
We may realize the obvious reasons why we do things, but we need to find the deeper meaning behind our actions. Deeper thinking may allow us to change and improve. Think about others, of course, but also think about your life now and in the future. Keep your mind thoughtful.
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