Transforming the Inner Narrative: How Healing Self-Talk Drives Real Leadership Change — Mayor Teresa Thomas-Smith

Transforming the Inner Narrative: How Healing Self-Talk Drives Real Leadership Change — Mayor Teresa Thomas-Smith

On this Healthy Mind, Healthy Life episode, Mayor Teresa Thomas-Smith shares a direct, practical lens on leadership: your inner voice sets the ceiling for your strategy, culture, and impact. We dig into stripping away the “best self” mask, why vulnerability is a leadership asset (not a weakness), and simple practices to rewrite self-talk so results shift—at work and at home. Expect grounded examples, a real story of reframing under pressure, and clear steps to build an authentic, values-led leadership presence. Search-friendly themes: leadership mindset, authentic leadership, inner narrative, self-talk, mental fitness for leaders, emotional resilience, boundaries, trauma-informed growth.

About the Guest :

Teresa Thomas-Smith is the first African American and first female Mayor of Palmetto, Georgia. A global speaker and transformational strategist, she champions “lead her ship”—leading from essence, not titles—through radical authenticity, compassion, and practical inner work.

Key Takeaways:

  • Authenticity is whole-self leadership: stop performing a “best self” and lead as a full human so others feel safe to do the same.

  • Self-talk is the foundation: strategy and skills are only as strong as the inner voice driving them.

  • Name the ego, don’t obey it: acknowledge the loud, critical voice and consciously choose the truer one.

  • Give yourself grace: change happens “right now,” one choice at a time—especially when you feel stuck.

  • Write your story: put the desired outcome on paper; clarity + intention reduce fear and organize action.

  • Release what no longer serves: notice old vows, roles, or narratives and consciously let them go.

  • Your energy leads the room: remembered essence creates lightness, connection, and trust in teams.

  • Practical starter: when negative self-talk spikes, pause, name it, thank it for trying to protect you, and release it; then speak a truer sentence aloud.

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