Present and Sober
Exploring Self: The Power of Self-Talk
April 4, 2023
This week we explore the power of self-talk and how to befriend the voice in our head! So many of us are used to living with an inner voice that can be less than helpful at times. This isn't just about living with more peace, but about learning how to tap into a fully inspired life. See you there!
04/04/2023
Present and Sober Podcast 
Episode 97
Exploring Self: The Power of Self-Talk


This week we explore the power of self-talk and how to befriend the voice in our head! So many of us are used to living with an inner voice that can be less than helpful at times. This isn't just about living with more peace, but about learning how to tap into a fully inspired life. See you there!

What You'll learn this week...

[00:05:25] Thoughts can be judgmental or persistent, but should be seen as neutral and skillfully used for helpfulness.
[00:09:31] We're doing what makes sense with the level of understanding we have.
[00:14:46] Inherent worth is not determined by achievement or external factors; it is spiritual and immutable.
[00:19:08] Horses deserves space; value comes from within; thoughts don't define us.
[00:21:00] Infinite insight leads to less dickish behavior.
[00:22:23] Trust in the wisdom and intelligence behind life; reducing beliefs and constructs frees us to be more creative.
[00:25:35] Level of understanding is raised by having insights, which can lead to change in behavior.
[00:30:29] Reacting negatively in low mood state, not reliable, coming from fear, listening to inner voice, gifts not to be feared.
[00:34:01] Surrender to life, be with yourself, open to insight, honor your journey and life will deliver the goods.
[00:36:30] Acknowledging the presence of inner voices and treating them with grace and love.

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