Self Talk - I Am

The Power of "I AM" and Rewriting Your Inner Story In this episode, Patricia explores how, many of us are disconnected from our true essence, the “I AM,” due to limiting beliefs and negative self-talk. Patricia shares her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and discovering the power of language, across cultures, particularly with the phrase "I AM." She also discusses the impact of our perceptions when growing up, from our school days and societal conditioning, on our sense of self-worth.   Key highlights: • Power of the “I AM”; The importance of reconnecting with your true self through the power of the "I am." • Perceptions and School Days: Patricia reflects on her school experiences growing up in Ireland, the judgments that shaped her self-perception, and how she eventually broke free from the belief that she was "not brainy" or "not creative." She explores how language can shape our inner story and beliefs, often limiting us without realising it. • The Victim Mentality: Exploring how we unknowingly program ourselves into victimhood through the negative stories and beliefs we form early in life. • Patricia shares her transformative experience with the Brahma Kumaris, The World Spiritual University, which helped her begin her journey of spiritual growth. • Practical coaching exercise: Reflect on the "I AM" statements you tell yourself and evaluate whether they are true, helpful, and empowering. • The concept of intelligence and how it’s often misunderstood as purely academic. Patricia introduces intelligence beyond academics, touching on the various other types of intelligence like emotional, creative, spiritual, and more, that go beyond intellectual capability and how understanding these can unlock a more fulfilling life. Key Takeaways: • Our perceptions are often not a true reflection of who we are but are stories we internalise from external influences. • Language is not just a means of communication but a tool of self-definition. Being mindful of how we speak to ourselves can transform our sense of self. • There is a diamond within each of us, a core of true potential that can become clouded by limiting beliefs. With self-awareness and positive language, we can begin to "shine" from the inside out. Recommendations and Journal Prompts: • Take time to pause to reflect on your inner language and reframe limiting beliefs. • Practice self-compassion and forgiveness to release the power of past judgments. • Consider the many forms of intelligence and start honouring your own unique strengths. Find out more about Brahma Kumaris https://www.brahmakumaris.org/ Find out more about Positive Intelligence https://www.positiveintelligence.com/   If you found this episode insightful, please leave a review, subscribe and share it with someone who might benefit from this message. Join Patricia next week as she continues this transformative journey with her poetic story "Call the Self Love Police" as she dives deeper into the concept of positive intelligence, a key element of mental fitness, and how building self-love and self-care into our daily practice helps us build a strong inner stable foundation, which is key to finding true happiness and fulfilment.