Instead of trying to stop the thoughts,

find out why do you believe the thoughts?

This is not valid all the time. Practical thoughts are very useful. Thoughts to solve a problem, pay the bills, etc.

When you get what you want,

When your desire gets fulfilled,

all that happens is that - you get relief from that desiring thought.

There are hundreds of things right now that can make you feel miserable.

There are hundreds of things right now that can make you feel happy.

The day you stop finding fault with yourself,

That day, you stop finding fault with the others and the world.

Understanding always light up one's life. It brings us Home.

A perception of a simple object can turn into a full-blown majesty once understanding occurs.

Like the Moon can never shine on its own. It's always the Sun that lights it up. Similarly, Mind is not a separate autonomous entity running by itself.