How the Words You Choose Shape the Life You Live | Mark Nepo

🛎 If You're New, Subscribe ►    / @theoneyoufeedpod   How the Words You Choose Shape the Life You Live | Mark Nepo In this episode, Mark Nepo talks about how the words we use shape the way we experience our lives. Drawing from Mark’s new book The Language of the Soul, he explores how words can help us make room for pain and fear or make those experiences feel even bigger. Mark also discusses what it means to be wholehearted, why ordinary moments don’t have to feel extraordinary to matter, and how to return to a fuller sense of life when we’ve lost touch with it. Key Takeaways: The words we choose can help us meet a difficult experience or intensify it. Being wholehearted means making room for the full range of feelings, including the ones we’d rather avoid. You don’t have to feel wonder in every ordinary moment for that moment to be worthwhile. When fear or pain narrows your view, relationships and practices can help you find a wider perspective. Acceptance can help you discern when to act and when to be patient. Returning to presence is a practice; losing touch with it doesn’t mean you’ve failed. Eric's new book: How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life: Available now at: https://oneyoufeed.net/book A Weekly Bite of Wisdom: Want to go deeper with the ideas we explore on The One You Feed? Every Wednesday, you’ll receive a short, practical email that turns insights about mental health, relationships, purpose, habits, and personal growth into simple practices you can use right away. You’ll also receive our Weekend Podcast Playlist that includes a recap of the week’s episodes with our featured guests. It’s free, takes about a minute to read, and is enjoyed by thousands of readers each week. Sign up at oneyoufeed.net/newsletter. Join Our Community at https://www.oneyoufeed.net/join 🌐 Website » https://bitly.cx/jtHb 📢 APPLE PODCASTS » https://bitly.cx/UfWlg 🟢 SPOTIFY » https://bitly.cx/HI1QU ✨ KEEP IN TOUCH WITH : INSTAGRAM »   / one_you_feed   FACEBOOK »   / 1ufeed   TWITTER »   / oneyoufeed   Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. "The One You Feed" is a valuable resource, offering inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"! Join Our Community at https://www.oneyoufeed.net/join Free Meditation Guide at https://goodwolf.me/calm #TheOneYouFeed #TheOneYouFeedPodcast #EricZimmer #TheOneYouFeedPod #Podcasttolisten #YoutubePodcast #NewPodcast