"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me."

Well, yeah.  Yeah they can.  Words can influence us in ways the person uttering them never imagined, expected, or intended.  But, yea, they definitely can hurt us.  I was 25 and the sentiment in this podcast that was uttered by my mother left an indelible mark on me...influencing how I saw myself and how I perceived my worth for years to come.  28 years later, I have a whole new understanding...one that I share here, and one that will come in episode "Midol, Part 2" that'll be released soon.  I hope you'll find self-understanding by what I have to say.  

This was recorded during a Toastmaster's meeting.  The emotions are real, the speed is quick because I was trying to be sure I fit it into the 5-7 minute range.  But, like everything you'll hear or read from me... it's WYSIWYG.  What you see is what you'll get.  Hugs to you all!