S5E4: How Your Words Are Creating Your Current Reality (Put Some Respect on Your Name)

<p>Lady, today is a powerful episode. It may bring up strong emotions and some of you may be able to relate to Terri’s story. As you are listening, know there are resources available to help. Scroll to the bottom of this page for more information.</p> <p>If you are in the process of healing recognize the importance of your internal dialogue. Words have power. In today’s episode, we learn how to use words to heal, empower and build resilience.</p> <p> </p> <p>***If you or someone you know is being abused please see the resources below to get help.***</p> <p> </p> <p>Quote of the Day:</p> <p>"If someone overheard your internal dialogue, what would they think? How you talk to yourself and how you talk about yourself is impacting the way you show up in the world. Put some respect on your name." - Terri Lomax</p> <p> </p> <p>Takeaways:</p> <p>Be accurate and factual</p> <p>Allow your support system to support you</p> <p>“No one is 100% one hundred percent of the time.” -Queen Latifah</p> <p>Create positive affirmations</p> <p>Keep a thought record</p> <p>Write in a journal</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://www.thehotline.org/">National Domestic Violence Hotline</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.childwelfare.gov/">Child Welfare Information Gateway</a></p> <p> </p> <p>Resources:</p> <p>1. Self-Esteem: A Proven Program of Cognitive Techniques for Assessing, Improving, and Maintaining Your Self-Esteem- <a href= "https://amzn.to/2ZmoYxI">https://amzn.to/2ZmoYxI</a></p> <p>2. Break Up With Procrastination <a href= "https://terrilomax.lpages.co/break-up-with-procrastination/"> https://terrilomax.lpages.co/break-up-with-procrastination/</a></p> <p>3. Sticky notes for affirmations</p> <p><a href= "https://amzn.to/2ti7eb6">https://amzn.to/2ti7eb6</a></p> <p>4. Journal to keep track of thoughts</p> <p><a href= "https://amzn.to/35YcXB7">https://amzn.to/35YcXB7</a></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://www.melaninandmentalhealth.com/">Melanin and Mental Health</a></p> <p><a href= "https://www.therapyforblackgirls.com/therapist-directory/"