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morning and your day. Clyde Lee Dennis here, and today in our 7 Good Minutes extra segment,

we're delving into a profoundly simple, yet impactful quote.

The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice.

This statement echoes the immense responsibility and the powerful role our words play in shaping the self-esteem and mental landscapes of younger generations.

The origins of this thought are rooted deeply in psychological studies,

which illustrate that the language used by parents and educators

forms the cornerstone of a child's internal monologue.

These words can empower or diminish, broaden horizons, or limit potential.

It's about nurturing with words, just as much as we do with actions. To apply this in

everyday life, consider the tone and content of your conversations. Are they uplifting,

encouraging, and patient? Each word is a seed planted in the fertile minds of children, growing

over time to form their perception of themselves and the world. Here's a question to reflect upon.

What words from your childhood have echoed into your adulthood?

This can be a guide on how impactful our speech is.

Today's affirmation is,

I speak to children with kindness and encouragement,

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