How To Stop Gossiping, Complaining, and Negative Talk

Welcome back to another episode of the Stay True Podcast! This week, join host Madison in the studio as she talks all about the power of words! Madison shares her own experiences with gossip, bullying, and negative talk. In this episode, we will talk about how important words are and what the Bible has to say about the words we say. Madison addresses the sin of gossip, how to submit our tongues to God, how to stop complaining, negative talk, and cussing, and how to use our words to speak love and confidence over ourselves and others!
We hope that you love this week's episode of Stay True Podcast. As always, stay you and stay true!
In this episode, we talk about:
-Why words are so powerful
-How outside influences affect our words
-How toxic all forms of gossip can be
-How to stop gossip
-How negative talk can impact our identity and relationships
-Practical steps to stop gossip, negative talk, complaining, and cussing
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[@avilalovee]

Im already a momma.. & im beginning to Feel Called To Adopting a little Girl & Bring her To Jesus & my Home Church here in Austin

[@moonriversteph]

Thank you for this conversation and wisdom! Gossip is so deceiving because we think it’s “bonding” time. It’s a waste of words, when there’s so MANY uplifting and encouraging words we not speaking. Your crowd makes your cloud. Let’s take those moments as opportunities to plant seeds of change.

[@sofiadelcielo]

Amen!!!! Feeling passionate about this. God help us

[@mercyyrose]

Needed this so much! As a Christian trying to get closer to Jesus and the faith, I need some help with some good practices! It's not easy breaking old habits, but your podcast has been truly a blessing to help steer me in the right direction! You feel like a best friend that holds me accountable! Keep it going Madi!

[@jessicakoloshkova369]

This podcast really resonated with me A LOT, I'll admit I'm terrible for cussing, gossiping, negative talk, I hate that I do it, I always regret it after, but in the moment I don't even think. I think the people you surround yourself with and your life, environment, work, co workers, etc can have a big impact on bringing out the worst in you or the best in you, I'm not passing the blame at all onto others, but it sure does make it much more difficult to stop cussing, gossiping and negative talk when everyone around you does it or its negative and brings you down. I think part of my approach to working on this also needs to be changing the people I'm around and my environment, though work is the worst place for it unfortunately, but birds of a feather flock together

[@geena160]

Wow, I was just feeling convicted about this topic. Praise God!!

[@gm9953]

I think you are so naturally hilarious, 20 minutes in 17:47 "that's what i want to talk about today" then 20 minutes before video ends 54:54 "as we wrap up". But don't hold back Madison, that "extra" time is always interesting, you drop wisdom bombs, you give inspiring ideas (foster care), or something funny is happening (the spider attack). That being said pray for me Maddie, I'm working on a project that I think will make a lot of good to a lot of people. But it so hard to consistently work on it. Then it so hard to put myself out there mainly because nothing from my past qualifies me for it.

[@alejandra1601]

I loved this podcast!! Could you do an episode with Grant talking about how to handle arguments in marriage? Many times when my husband and I argue it tends to blow out of proportion and it’s over small things. Many times it is me that gets upset or sad over small things and soon enough it turns into this big thing and I don’t want to continue like this 🥺

[@Mcmxoxo555]

What if the people gossiping, the people who are chatty, etc. (the people we should distance ourselves from) is your own unbelieving family?

[@binnykimmy89]

I love your podcast!! I get encouragement hearing you sharing the gospel! You are beautiful and thank you for doing this!!!

[@masudpervez1341]

Learning how to stop gossiping, complaining, and engaging in negative talk is transformative for personal growth and relationships. This approach not only fosters a more positive and supportive environment but also enhances mental well-being and productivity. Embracing positivity and constructive communication is a powerful step towards a healthier, happier life.

[@karenm254]

Yesss Maddie!! Happy Monday beauty! I seriously look forward to your episodes! Keep up the great work. Have a blessed week 🙏🏼❤️❤️❤️

[@JuliaDeStefano-xy4jm]

I really needed to hear this today! Thank you for being so vulnerable and for sharing your knowledge in scripture and this topic. I have been recently feeling a lot of conviction from the Lord to work on this area in my life and to watch my tongue and to not gossip because talking badly about yourself or others is poison.

[@JirehForever]

Great subject very relatable. I was someone who was gossiped about and betrayed a lot in my life. I never knew words would damage me so much and I began to lose myself but God saved me and I’m in the process of finding my true self again through God 🙏

[@withlovegracelynn]

i love this!! i’m in middle school so this is so helpful!! i am planning to spread the word of God at my school!

[@austinmalayil]

Happy Monday, fam. Thanks for making this video negative talk is something I struggle with. I love listening to your podcast keep up the great work

[@isabellamccarthy-womeldorf2844]

For someone who is adopted by A family means so much. listening to the first few minutes already and I love that. Loving this podcast so far.❤

[@isabellamccarthy-womeldorf2844]

Question what do you do when it’s your on own family? it’s been a problem that I have to unlearn from my own family but I do pray for them .❤

[@jacquelinedixon3072]

Your podcast is the best part of my Mondays!!

[@erinrainwater6154]

I just have to say I recently found your channel, I always knew of you but found your channel from Sadie’s podcast. And phew girl you are such a blessing. Your words are so powerful and true to God. I could listen to you all day! Thank you for sharing the word the way you do.

[@mycupofcocoa1125]

57:00 wow! I want to get to the point where I’m in control of even my thoughts that are sin from decades of thinking this way. Texting loved ones confessions when the sin is small is a great idea❤

[@mariafehr6434]

This is my best podcast so eye opening! Also I would like to hear about how to make good friends or find them

[@AngelFerguson-m9p]

Love this 💗 so encouraging

[@alainakristine14]

Great episode, thank you💖

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I do need to be careful with my words

[@laacatlepse]

I'm 20 minutes in and wow I resonate with your experiences so much! I love your honesty and conviction to speak in truth through self-reflection. Thank you for your realness and podcast episode!

[@Elephant2024-wi2li]

All very important life lessons. Thank you for your spiritual guidance, Madison.🙏

[@mycupofcocoa1125]

We gotta keep the unity as Christians the devil likes disunity and gossip does that. Uplifting words bring unity and life. I love that ur parents were like that.

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I really should be a light in this dark crazy world

[@jessicarodriguez-mendez9744]

Amen sister ! This was very much needed, thank you for blessing me and calling us all higher

[@Ron88909]

Great discussion.And yes we gotta watch our words.

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I was making someone so little when l really should add value to their lives

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

It's hard to let go of my self

[@abihfritz]

Awesome episode, I love you so much thank you for your encouragement!!! I needed to hear this message this week!❤️🥰🙏🏼God bless you and Grant!❤️

[@user-hc6xj8vc5y]

this so spoke to me !!

[@lucjean5750]

Great talk!! I prayed on this topic this morning , prayer answered !!🙏🙏

[@studytogether5472]

Could you please add the Bible verses related to video topics in the description?

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

When l was very very toxic my words we're very toxic and unholy l had one year soberity l was doing so good

[@Jesusmyallandall]

This is really really good, and is for ME! all the warfare is b.c this will bring deliverance.Period! "Through knowlege shal the just be delivered"

[@britthernandez271]

The Holy Spirit spoke through you!!! This was amazing ❤

[@emmagomez973]

Great podcast episode!

[@KassyDS]

So glad I came across your channel 💙💙 you are such a blessing

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I usually say whatever l really should train my words

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

The world thinks they can treat me how ever they want

[@kelseyDOD]

Loved this episode! Holy Spirit filled!👏🏼🫶🏼

[@timgrant1274]

59:25

[@Cathryndechow]

Love this podcast ✝️🤍🙏🏼 you’re real and articulate well.

[@masudpervez1341]

Your Stay True Podcast is incredibly engaging and informative, and it deserves to reach a wider audience. Have you considered strategies to expand your reach among your target listeners? (ie: your channel no video tags and channel tags, and no shares, SEO score ZERO out of 100, etc)

[@lauraaires9392]

What if the people who are gossiping and using harmful words about other people are your family?

[@nickirzoe414]

Love you Madi! ❤

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

Some people say mean things behind my back it's really

[@RiseUpTheKingdomOfGod]

This is really great message! Love it🔥🙏🏼

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I have been through so much trauma

[@HomemakingwithPaola]

So happy I started listening!❤

[@katmauri4297]

Thank you for the reminder💞

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I complain alot too

[@awakeningsouls9545]

Can you do a podcast episode with Mama Prew on mother daughter relationships and faith? 💖🥹😇

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I really should say things that are uplifting

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

There's a lot of people gossip about me

[@debbyalbert5777]

This was Soo impactful

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I do complain way too much

[@user-hc6xj8vc5y]

soooo goooodd

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I seem to be rooted with bitter little bit

[@Alicia-vq8jg]

So what about the thing about witches and warlocks

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I really should speak words of life and not of death

[@emilynicholee]

this is so good & convicting, thank you🤍

[@thao12]

Love this

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I can say some things are way out of wack some things l did didn't glorify god when l was very toxic l had one year soberity l was doing so good

[@user-tf1mr9uu5e]

❤❤

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

Please pray for me l gotta have oral facial surgery

[@lucjean5750]

Grant can never be to happy lol

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

It's sad the way some people treat me l really shouldn't be crying over spilled milk l do little bit the lord hears my cry

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I do need to be careful who l do life with

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I'm going to have issues

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

Some people feel sorry for me and l can't stand it

[@voaeas]

yayayay!!!!

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

Well

[@caitlinpojo2701]

Hi Madi, I would love to hear about what you think about tattoos….i know what the Bible says in the Old Testament but I also know what Jesus did for us…I believe we should be set part and not get tattoos but I know that Jesus died on the cross for us but we don’t live under the law anymore. Me and my mom always get into it when it comes to tattoos but I would love to know if I’m wrong, I just need the Truth to this!

[@mindy0710]

Id love to have you on my podcast!

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I think l need a better behavior

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I get way too offended

[@JedionEarth108]

Why promote Nike?

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

I don't like how am coming from a extremely religious family

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

God is good and all it's just ldk l do need more discipline

[@FlorenceLunsford-sk2nj]

The devil probably doesn't want me to hear about this pod cast

[@thewaychurch8091]

😅😅😅😅😅😅😅