In this episode, I explore the language we use with ourselves, our colleagues, and our students - especially those sneaky negation statements.
Words like can’t, don’t, won’t, and shouldn’t seem harmless, but they often keep us stuck by focusing attention on exactly what we don’t want.
I share examples of how these statements show up in our daily lives, why they reinforce frustration and helplessness, and how simple reframes into affirmations can shift the entire conversation.
By focusing on what we do want, we open the door to problem-solving, goal setting, and positive change.
Here are the highlights:
How common phrases keep us stuck in frustration (01:12)
A real-life example packed with negation keywords (02:30)
Reframing negations into affirmations (03:40)
A practical challenge to raise your awareness (04:45)
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