Stephanie Olson - Speaker, Author, CEO, and resiliency, addiction, and sexual violence expert

Resilience in Life and Leadership

Stephanie Olson - Speaker, Author, CEO of The Set Me Free Project, and resiliency, addiction, and sexual violence expert

  • The Power of Words and Their Impact - Resilience & Relationships (R&R) - Stephanie Olson and Rebecca Saunders

The Power of Words and Their Impact - Resilience & Relationships (R&R) - Stephanie Olson and Rebecca Saunders

Wednesday 11th February 2026

Stephanie Olson and Rebecca Saunders discuss the impact of words, sharing stories, and navigating cancel culture with empathy and humour.
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Resilience in Life and Leadership
Author:
Stephanie Olson - Speaker, Author, CEO, and resiliency, addiction, and sexual violence expert
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Body & Mind
Sobriety Success Stories
Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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The Power of Words: Thoughtfulness in Communication

Episode Overview

  • Words have powerful impacts, be mindful before speaking.
  • Public apologies are necessary for public mistakes.
  • Cancel culture lacks grace for personal growth.
  • Empathy is crucial when sharing personal stories.
  • Intrinsic value exists in every individual.
"We need to think about what we say before we say it, and the consequences that could arise from that."
Experience the emotional and inspiring tales of recovery with Stephanie Olson and Rebecca Saunders as they chat about the power of words and their ripple effects. In this episode, the duo dives into the importance of thoughtfulness in communication, especially when sharing personal stories. They bring a humorous yet serious tone to the table as they discuss how a well-meaning hotel receptionist inadvertently put Stephanie in a potentially risky situation by oversharing her room details.
This anecdote leads to a broader conversation about how our words can have unintended consequences. Stephanie and Rebecca don't shy away from the hot topic of cancel culture, questioning its fairness and the lack of grace it often extends to those who have erred. They advocate for public apologies when public missteps occur and stress the importance of allowing individuals to grow and learn from their mistakes.
The episode is sprinkled with personal anecdotes, from parenting challenges to public speaking mishaps, offering listeners relatable insights into the human experience. With a mix of humour and sincerity, Stephanie and Rebecca encourage listeners to be more mindful of their words and the impact they can have on others. They also touch on the importance of empathy and understanding, reminding us all that everyone has a story worth listening to.
So, how can you be more thoughtful in your communication today?
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