In this conversation, Vida and Jim Self explore the deeper role of words in shaping reality, the nervous system, and the sense of self. They unfold how words carry direction and tone, creating energetic patterns that influence how you feel, what you expect, and what you create next. The episode explores how phrases like I’m not okay get stored as unconscious programming, and how intentionally choosing words like happy, confident, and able begin to change those patterns in real time. You’ll also hear why the present matters so much, how old emotional coding can be rewritten, and why the current collective turmoil is bringing to the surface hidden beliefs that need to be released. It’s a powerful discussion about language, awareness, well-being, and how changing your words can change the structure of your days and the direction of your life. It offers a solid framework for choosing a new inner voice instead of repeating old fear-based patterns.





