I remember as a kid saying, in a taunting voice, “Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” Boy, was I wrong because I had plenty of words thrown at me and they did hurt. Like I can still remember some of them. AND, I remember throwing out words to others that I know was hurtful to them. (Sigh). What I wouldn’t give to take those forms of sticks and stones back. In reality, a lot of my healing has been around words that were said by others and words said to my own Self. And maybe this episode has to do with a bit of healing within me and I hope that it will bring insight and healing to you as you may be identifying moments and memories where words were used to hurt and define you in ways that have had a negative impact in your life.
I want to take the “Somatic Life Coach” approach about the impact on words, especially when directed toward our Self. Ok, just saying that made me realize that I always take that approach as well as integrating the teachings of Jesus Christ and how as disciples of Him, we can implement words in our lives to help you and I to move along what President Nelson calls the “covenant path.” You will hear me share personal stories, stories by my clients, and how, as a somatic life coach, I address these concerns in a session. I hope that as I share the different tools I use and why I use them, you’ll find them helpful in your own personal circumstances.
Helpful links from the episode:
Words Matter (2024 April General Conference) Link
3 Nephi 19 Link
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