The RISE Experience
Welcome to The RISE Experience—where faith, leadership, personal and business transformation align for lasting impact.
Hosted by Shannon Denniston, a former customer experience expert turned faith-driven entrepreneur, this podcast is for growth-minded leaders who are ready to step into their God-given purpose. Expect mindset shifts, faith-based leadership, and powerful strategies to help you rise into who God created you to be.
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The RISE Experience
Faith, Leadership, and the Power of Inner Words.
The words spoken inside your mind shape the person you become — and the leader you are becoming.
Welcome to The Rise Experience Podcast, where faith meets leadership and growth begins from within. I’m Shannon Denniston, here to guide growth-minded leaders in rising with integrity, courage, and heart — creating lasting impact that starts on the inside.
Episode Highlights
In this episode, I talk about the incredible impact of self-talk on personal growth and leadership. I share insights from both research and scripture that show how the words we say to ourselves can either build confidence or create limitations. I also walk through how shifting our inner dialogue helps us strengthen resilience, build healthier mindsets, and lead teams with a spirit of truth and encouragement.
Main Takeaways
- 95% of emotions are shaped by self-talk — what we repeatedly tell ourselves determines what we believe.
- Positive self-talk helps leaders build resilience, confidence, and purpose.
- Language creates culture — how leaders speak shapes how teams respond, grow, and innovate.
- Shifting from blame to learning fosters a culture of growth and accountability.
- “Words build worlds” — both personally and organizationally.
- Faith-driven leadership begins with truthful, life-giving language.
Episode Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:07 The Power of Self-Talk and Its Impact on Leadership
02:28 The Role of Positive Self-Talk in Personal Development
03:07 Practical Examples of Positive Self-Talk
04:51 The Impact of Language on Organizational Culture
06:40 Practical Exercises for Positive Self-Talk
06:58 Biblical and Philosophical Support for Positive Self-Talk
09:15 Encouragement for Leaders and Coaches
Call to Action
Take a moment today to replace one negative phrase you often say to yourself with a truth that aligns with who God says you are.
Supporting Information
- Instagram: @risewithshannon
- Facebook: Rise Experience
- LinkedIn: Shannon Denniston
Thanks for tuning in to The Rise Experience Podcast. Keep speaking truth, leading with heart, and rising with purpose — one word at a time.