The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast Tame Your Self-Talk (S13E10)
Dec 19, 2025
Discover how to transform negative self-talk into empowering narratives with a powerful new technique. Explore the neuroscience behind self-talk and learn the importance of self-awareness and scripture. Follow five essential steps: assess your thoughts, uncover their origins, replace negativity with affirmations, practice positive self-talk, and ground new beliefs through action. Harness the power of neuroplasticity for resilience and better performance. A kinder inner voice can lead to improved relationships and spiritual alignment.
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Switch Negative Talk To Empowering Thought
- Do identify and interrupt negative self-talk by switching to empowering, realistic thoughts.
- Use your mind to set filters that direct attention toward opportunity and problem-solving.
Negative Talk Rewires Your Brain For Stress
- Repeated negative self-talk strengthens stress-related neural circuits and keeps cortisol high.
- Intentional positive self-talk harnesses neuroplasticity to wire healthier thinking patterns.
Make Thoughts God-Acceptable
- Do practice self-talk that would be acceptable to God: align thoughts and speech with constructive truth.
- Treat your internal dialogue as something you should steward, not berate.