Happy New Year! As we step into 2026, we are moving beyond just being "aware" of our routines and into aligned action. In this episode, Camellia discusses how to become the conscious architect of your year by leveraging the profound connection between your words and your reality. If your life follows your words, what are you telling your future today?

We dive into three core declarations for January, designed to help you pivot away from autopilot and toward a year of intentional growth and vitality.

1. The "Identity" Affirmation

• The Focus: Moving from who you were to who you are becoming.

• The Word: "I am no longer operating on autopilot. In January, I am the intentional architect of my day, and my words create a path of clarity and purpose."

2. The "Bell Pepper" Affirmation

• The Focus: Patience and trusting the process when the "fruit" isn't visible yet.

• The Word: "I trust the seeds I am planting today. Even when I cannot see the fruit, I speak life into my goals and remain consistent in my pivots, knowing my harvest is certain."

3. The "Vitality" Affirmation

• The Focus: Reclaiming energy and presence (inspired by our 2025 Menopause & Health series).

• The Word: "I honor my body’s transition and strength. I possess the mental clarity to make high-level decisions, and I fuel my 'second spring' with movement, rest, and positive declaration."

Don't just listen—participate! Try these two methods to lock in your new narrative:

• The Voice Memo Method: Record yourself speaking these three affirmations. Play them back during your morning commute or while getting ready. Hearing your own voice declare these truths is a powerful form of self-programming.

• The Mirror Pivot: Choose the affirmation that challenges you most. Stand in front of the mirror, look yourself in the eye, and say it out loud. Break the autopilot cycle by witnessing your own resolve.

• Episode Recap: Your Life Follows Your Words (June 2025)

• The Health Series: All Things Perimenopause with Dr. Mariah Prince-Allen

• Community Milestone: We just hit 91,000 downloads! Thank you for being part of this journey toward 100k.

Connect with Camellia:

• Website: That’s Camellia!

• Instagram: @ThatsCamelliaPodcast

• Email: thatscamellia@gmail.com or hello@thatscamellia.com

Unpacking Conversational Turns with LENA.org

Episode Description: Join Camellia in this insightful episode as she delves into the fascinating world of conversational turns, a critical component of early childhood language development. We'll be exploring the groundbreaking work of LENA.org and how their innovative technology helps us understand and optimize the verbal interactions that shape a child's brain. From the importance of back-and-forth exchanges to practical tips for parents and educators, this episode will illuminate how something seemingly simple can have a profound impact on a child's future.

Key Topics Covered:

• What are Conversational Turns? A clear definition and why they matter for language acquisition and cognitive development.
• The Science Behind the Data: How LENA's research highlights the direct correlation between conversational turns and improved developmental outcomes.
• Beyond Just Words: Understanding the quality and quantity of interactions.
• Practical Applications: How parents, caregivers, and educators can intentionally increase conversational turns in daily life.
• Memorable Quotes:

• "It's not just about how many words a child hears, but how many words they exchange."
• "LENA gives us a window into those invisible moments that are building a child's brain, one turn at a time."
• "The simplest 'uh-huh' or shared giggle can be a powerful conversational turn."

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• LENA.org Official Website: https://www.lena.org/ (Link will be active when published)
• Call to Action:

• Visit LENA.org to learn more about their mission and how you can get involved.
• Share your own experiences with encouraging conversational turns! Tag us on social media using #ThatsCamellia and #LENATurns.
• Subscribe to "That's Camellia" for more insights on early childhood development!

• Connect with Camellia V. and That's Camellia Podcast:

  • Website: thatscamellia.com (Learn more about 1:1 and group coaching, or apply to be a guest!)

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    • Visit Camellia's website at thatscamellia.com to learn more about her life coaching services.
    • Check out Camellia's new E-book available now on Kobo.com!

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