Positive Word Power - Affirmations That Work!

In this episode you discover how to use the wisdom of stoicism and focused affirmations to let go of chronic anger responses and create emotional calm.
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Host:

Stephen Carter; Website: https://StressReleaseRadio.com - Email: [email protected]
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Technical information:

Intro recorded with Audio Hijack. Original audio from "Stoic Sunshine" podcast recorded with Amadeus Pro; first edits done with Audacity; leveled with Levelator; final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Journalist Pro. For this updated episode edits were done with Twisted Wave, Hush, Levelator with final edits and rendering done with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone EV RE320.
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Key words:

stoicism, Epictetus, frustration, let-go-of-anger, emotional_balance, calm, relaxed, relaxation_response, emotional_peace,

"Scientific American" shared details of a new study showing how framing the story of our lives as a "Hero's Journey" can lead to happier, more succesful, and more meaningful lives.

In this episode, your host guides you through how to use the insights of this new major study to enhance your success and sense of wellbeing using specific affirmations founded on life successes you've already achieved.
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Resources:

"To Lead a Meaningful Life, Become Your Own Hero". "Scientific American". Link: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/to-lead-a-meaningful-life-become-your-own-hero/

"Seeing your life story as a Hero’s Journey increases meaning in life". APA PsychNet - "Journal of Personality and Social Psychology". Link: https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fpspa0000341

Listen to previous episodes of "Positive Word Power" at https://www.spreaker.com/show/positive-word-power-affirmations-that-wo
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Host:

Stephen Carter. Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com | Email: [email protected]
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Technical information:

Recorded with Amadeus Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Zoom ZDM-1.
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Key words:

Hero's Journey, success, achievement, affirmations,

In this episode you'll discover how changing the common "I can do this..." type self-talk to "You can do this..." and similar inner dialogue statements can lead to significant improvements in sports performance and other life activities.

Research cited in this episode:

Study abstract: James Hardy et al. To me, to you: How you say things matters for endurance performance, Journal of Sports Sciences (2019). DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2019.1622240

"Using 'self-talk' as part of your endurance sport training? Here's what you need to know". "MedicalExpress"; link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2019-07-self-talk-sport.html
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Host:

Stephen Carter. Website: https://www.stressreliefradio.com. Email: [email protected].
Link to listen to previous episodes:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/positive-word-power-affirmations-that-wo
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Technicl information:

Recorded with Hindenburg Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: DynaCaster DCM8.
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Key words:

affirmations, confidence, performance, self-talk, success,

In this episode you discover how to create and ask insightful Power Questions to identify dis-empowering beliefs that block you from consistently experiencing the self-compassion you deserve to feel.

Once you identify those dis-empowering beliefs, you discover how to apply simple, effective Releasing Affirmations to clear those dis-empowering beliefs from your neurology and energy system. You then learn to create Positive Affirmations that allow you experience the consistent self-compassion and happiness you deserve.
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Host:

Stephen Carter, founder of Stress Solutions, LLC and host of a variety of podcasts that help you move from stress to success in every area of life.

Website: https://www.StressReliefRadio.com | Email: [email protected].
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Technical information:

Recorded with Audacity with edits done using Twisted Wave. Leveled with Auphonic.

Microphone: EV RE320.
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In this episode we explore the power of optimism through a quote by Olympic gymnastic champion Mary Lou Retton.

We also look at major research studies confirming why and how an optimistic mindset and way of speaking are so important to wellbeing and success.

Mary Lous Retton's quote is:

“Optimism is a happiness magnet. If you stay positive, good things and good people will be drawn to you.”

We highlight the success and adversity Mary Lou Retton experienced and how her sense of optimism got her through the many challenges she experienced.

We look at some of the many research studies confirming the importance of optimism to a person’s success, health, and overall wellbeing.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Episode topic;
00:37 - Show and host info;
01:24 - How the show works;
01:55 - Mary Lou Retton's quote and wisdom;
03:34 - Mary Lou Retton's adversities;
05:18 - Research about optimism;
10:39 - Suggested affirmations to apply Mary Lou Retton's wisdom;
13:08 - Your next steps;
13:59 - How to comment and / or contact host.
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Suggested affirmations:

Here are three suggested affirmations you can use to incorporate Mary Lou Retton’s wisdom into your life:

Suggested affirmation 1:

Knowing I have a choice in how I view every situation, I choose to find positive opportunities and act accordingly.

Suggested affirmation 2:

Every time I catch myself making pessimistic statements I will stop that statement in mid sentence, say, “cancel that statement”, and rephrase my wording to be neutral or positive.

Suggested affirmation 3:

I choose to act on the positive aspects of every situation, project, or idea I have control over with the expectation of a successful outcome.
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Citations and sources:

Published in Boston University’s publication, “The Brink”: “Optimists Live Longer - New study by BU, Harvard researchers indicates positive thinking can help us live past age 85”

Link: https://www.bu.edu/articles/2019/optimists-live-longer/

“Huffpost”: “Realistic Optimists May Have More Success And Happiness, Study Suggests”

Link: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/realistic-optimists_n_3816827

CNBC article: “Why you should be highly optimistic if you want to be successful”

Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2017/10/05/why-should-you-be-highly-optimistic-if-you-want-to-be-successful.html

Entrepreneur magazine online article: “The Successful Optimist - Why the language you use makes a difference”
By Scott Halford.

Link: .https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/207648

Book: Mary Lou Retton’s “Gateways to Happiness: 7 Ways to a More Peaceful, More Prosperous, More Satisfying Life".
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Host:

Stephen Carter, CEO, Stress Solutions, LLC. www.EFT-MD.com. Email: [email protected].

To listen to previous episodes and subscribe / follow, visit: www.PositiveWordPower.com.
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Technical information:

Recorded and first edits done using Twisted Wave. Leveled with Levalator. Final edits and rendering done using Hindenburg Journalist Pro.
Microphone: BY with BV; modified Broadcaster 1 setting.
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Key words:

Mary Lou Retton, Olympics, Olympic champion, affirmations, success, happiness, achievement, achievements, win, winner,

In this episode you discover the 3 kinds of positive self-talk and when to use each of those patterns.

The 3 patterns are:

- Ability Self-Talk;
- Effort Self-Talk; and,
- Expectation Self-Talk.

Discover the differences and why one of these three would typically NOT be used in most task oriented activities or situations.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Episode intro and topic;
00:23 - Show and host info;
01:12 - Purpose of show;
01:40 - What is self-talk & why it matters?;
02:32 - 3 kinds of positive self-talk;
03:21 - Which positive self-talk pattern should you use?;
06:39 - Article in show notes;
06:55 - How to contact host with questions or comments;
07:09 - Follow / subscribe where you get your podcasts.
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Article referenced in episode:

“How to Challenge Negative Self-Talk”;

Article link: https://psychcentral.com/lib/challenging-negative-self-talk?
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Host:

Stephen Carter, CEO Stress Solutions, LLC - https://www.EFT-MD.com.

Contact email: [email protected].
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Technical information:

Recording and first edits done with Twisted Wave. Additional edits using Audacity. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering done with Hindenburg Journalist Pro.

Microphone: BY
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Key words:

self-talk, negative self-talk, positive self-talk, success, achieve, achievement, wellbeing, emotional wellbeing, subconscious, mind,