Prayer as Medicine | Scott & LaRae on Words, Gratitude, and Intentional Asking revisited

In this episode of the Observatory Podcast, Scott and LaRae Wright sit down for a short, intimate conversation about prayer—not as a rule-bound ritual, but as a living practice shaped by words, intention, gratitude, and alignment. They unpack how prayer can evolve beyond fear-based asking, and why the language we use—internally and out loud—can land as either medicine or venom. If you’ve ever felt conflicted about prayer, spirituality, or how to “talk to the Divine,” this episode offers a grounded reframe you can actually use.Timestamps[00:00:18] Scott introduces the topic: prayer (and why this conversation may surprise you)[00:01:20] Setting the scene: a quiet Sunday afternoon, post–Valentine’s Day reflections[00:04:39] Scott shares a moment from his men’s group that sparked this episode[00:08:39] What prayer meant growing up: structure, habit, and fear-based “asking”[00:10:07] When prayer feels like a ritual—or a task—instead of communication[00:13:30] Reframing prayer: intention, energy, and how words shape experience[00:19:34] Gratitude as a shared frequency: how prayer can create resonance[00:20:58] Scott reads a prayer that shifted his relationship with “prayer language”[00:24:39] “Toxic positivity”: when words sound good but aren’t aligned underneath[00:29:20] The line that hits: “no venom passes my lips” and why it matters[00:30:16] Venom as poison: what words can do once they’re released[00:34:46] Emotional regulation, balance, and not getting stuck in heavy energy[00:39:05] Closing takeaway: your words are either venom or medicineNotable Quotes“It felt more like a ritual or maybe a task. Task that I had to do.” – Scott Wright [10:07]“Well, it creates a resonance like a song would. Those words create a resonance.” – LaRae Wright [19:48]“So no venom passes my lips and no destruction results from my speech.” – Scott Wright [21:50]“That venom is like poison. It’s not retractable.” – Scott Wright [30:16]“Just everyone pay attention to your words. Pay attention to whether they are venom or medicine.” – Scott Wright [39:05]Relevant links:Subscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions