Te Kāinga Wāhine Podcast

Our words are powerful - use them intentionally | Episode 40

Te Kāinga Wāhine Episode 40

In this episode, Amy McLean explores the powerful impact of the words we use—both about ourselves and with others. She unpacks how subtle phrases like “I’m just” or “I’ll try” or “I should” can chip away at our mana and keep us playing small, while intentional language can shift our energy and bring us into alignment with our purpose. 

Drawing from real-life examples and recent insights from the LEAD programme, Amy offers practical tools to reframe diminishing language, anchor in your mana, and step confidently into action. Together, we’ll dive into how speaking with aroha and conviction can reshape not just how others see us, but how we see ourselves. 

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