Wait, Did I Say That? Book Summary

Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I’m so bad at this,” or “I’ll never change,” and immediately thought… wait, why did I just say that?

This episode dives into the powerful message behind Wait, Did I Say That?: Faith, Mindset, and Why Your Words Matter. This isn’t a “just think positive” conversation. It’s grounded in Scripture, supported by brain science, and filled with honest stories from two sisters who grew up learning grit, gratitude, faith, and resilience on a farm with six kids.

💡 The Big Idea:

Your thoughts shape your words.
Your words shape your habits.
Your habits shape your life.

🧠 Your Brain Is Listening

Jenny and Shelley unpack neuroplasticity — the truth that your brain rewires itself based on what you repeatedly think and say. If you constantly speak “I can’t,” your brain builds that belief. But Scripture reminds us that life and death are in the power of the tongue.

If God calls you beloved, why are you calling yourself a mess?

✨ Practical Tools You Can Start Today:

• Faith-filled affirmations

• Journaling to process thoughts

• Simple breathing prayers (Inhale: Jesus / Exhale: I trust You)

• “Flip the Script” when negative self-talk creeps in

• Morning mindset habits to wire your brain for peace

🌻 Joy Is a Choice

Happiness depends on circumstances. Joy is anchored in faith. Through gratitude, focus shifts — and so does your perspective.

👩‍👧‍👦 Family First Doesn’t Mean Dreams Last

You can honor your family and pursue your calling. Your work at home and your dreams outside of it can both be holy work. Your worth is not defined by what you accomplish — it comes from God.

🎯 Remember:

You are 42% more likely to achieve a goal when you write it down. Pair it with prayer and accountability, and watch what happens.

This episode is about aligning your internal dialogue with God’s truth so you can live abundantly, intentionally, and joyfully.

If this resonates, grab a copy of Wait, Did I Say That? by Jenny Dunkin and Shelley Haisman and start paying attention to the quiet words you whisper to yourself.

Because your brain is listening.
And so is your family. 💛

Follow & Connect with Jenny & Shelley:
Website: abundantlyfavored.com

FB: https://www.facebook.com/theabundantlyfavored

IG: abundantly_favored_

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AbundantlyFavored

Amazon Book Link: https://a.co/d/b1G4EDk

Amazon Devotional Link: https://a.co/d/eZZdFDE


Connect with Peggy Meyer: https://positivesolutions4life.com/