In this episode of the Doing What Matters podcast, we discuss the profound impact words have on our lives. We explore how language influences our self-perception, emotions, and actions. The conversation delves into the significance of reframing negative thoughts and using specific language to create meaningful and actionable steps in various life areas. We introduce the concept of 'I am' statements and areas of focus to help listeners redefine their lives holistically. We also recommend resources like Teresa's book 'Do What Matters: Live from Rest, Not Rush' and the Needs and Values Assessment available on their website to further aid in developing empowering language. Come dive into this conversation with us! TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Welcome to Doing What Matters 00:50 Introduction to the Book and Glossary 02:07 The Power of Words and Language 02:55 Language Development in Children 04:14 Impact of Words on Perception 05:14 Reframing Negative Thoughts 06:10 Areas of Focus and I Am Statements 12:19 Action Words and Specificity 16:29 Personal Development and Language 19:32 Conclusion and Resources FREE RESOURCES: Take the FREE Intro to Needs & Values Assessment Ready to discover what uniquely matters to YOU? CLICK HERE to take our FREE Intro to the Needs & Values Assessment. FREE Download: 4 Steps to Simplify Your Calendar Ready to uncover more time on your calendar? This FREE download will help you remove what doesn’t matter, so you have space for what does. Click here to get this FREE resource! OTHER RESOURCES: Check out our YouTube Channel! Prefer to watch AND listen? Check out our YouTube channel for the podcast episode on video! Make sure to subscribe so you get all the latest updates. My Book Link My book, Do What Matters, is available NOW! Banish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com. LifeMapping Tools Would you life to discover  Life Mapping tools to help you recognize and respond to God in your Story. Check out these tools here https://www.onelifemaps.com/ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY & CONNECT WITH ME: Become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE. Connect with your host, Teresa McCloy, on: Facebook - The REALIFE Process® with Teresa McCloy Instagram - teresa.mccloy LinkedIn - teresamccloy About Teresa McCloy: Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens and her  About Erica Vinson: Erica Vinson helps clients walk through defining moments with confidence and courage enabling them to move forward in freedom and embrace fearless living. As an ACC Credentialed and Certified Professional Life & Leadership Coach, she uses wisdom from all 3 Centers of Intelligence to help clients gain deeper self-awareness and grow in relationships with others both personally and professionally. Erica is a certified REALIFE Process® Master Coach, an ©iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner, and has a certificate in Spiritual Transformation through the Transforming Center. She lives in the Metro East St. Louis area and enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, golfing, tennis, boating/water skiing, traveling, is a bit of a technology nerd and loves learning!