Episode 17: Influence of Language and Power of Words(Podcast with The Distinguished Educator Award Winner and Prominent Social Psychologist, Dr. Gergen) [INFLUENCE SERIES]

How does our language effect our lives and create our world?

In the sixteenth episode of Influence Series, Professor P gives practical lessons on the book "Narrative Means to Therapeutic Ends" by Michael White and David Epston and has Professor Dr.Gergen and one of his former students, Shirley Sanguino Ramos, as his special guests.

"We need to constantly generate stories for our lives that empower, inspire and make us think outside the box". Dr. Kenneth Gergen

 

In this thought-provoking discussion, Dr. Gergen shares his insights into the profound influence of language on our perceptions, relationships, and the world at large. Drawing from decades of research and scholarship, he illuminates how the words we use not only reflect but actively create our lived experiences.

Through engaging anecdotes and compelling examples, Dr. Gergen demonstrates how language serves as the primary medium through which we construct our identities, negotiate meaning, and navigate our social interactions.

Together, we explore the transformative potential of language, discussing how shifting our linguistic patterns can lead to profound shifts in our individual and collective realities. From the narratives we tell about ourselves to the stories we share with others, every word we utter shapes the world we inhabit.

Join us for a captivating conversation that will challenge your perceptions, inspire new insights, and highlight the immense power of language in shaping our lives and co-creating our shared reality. Tune in to discover the transformative potential of linguistic awareness with Dr. Kenneth Gergen.