The RISE Experience
It's not always about becoming someone different.
Sometimes it's about realizing you've been disconnected from yourself for longer than you thought.
The RISE Experience is a podcast for the woman who can handle a lot. She shows up, gets things done, keeps life moving… and still quietly wonders, Why don't I feel like myself anymore?
Shannon Denniston is the founder of RISE, with a deep background in behavior change and the human side of transformation. Through RISE, she explores what real transformation actually looks like — the patterns underneath what we do, the beliefs and roles we've carried, the relationships that shape us, the systems that support us, and the identity shifts that happen when our old ways of functioning stop carrying us.
A lot of what gets called "starting over" isn't starting over at all. It's learning to notice what's been running in the background, reconnect with your own voice, and move forward without erasing who you've become.
No reinvention. No pretending you need to become a whole new person. Just honest conversations about finding your way back to yourself, with faith as an anchor, and learning how to live from that place.
The RISE Experience
The Power of the Voice Inside Your Head — Faith and Self-Talk
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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.