Everything Is Energy: How Your Thoughts and Words Shape Your World
We hear the phrase “everything is energy” a lot these days, but what does that actually mean, and why does it matter in everyday life?
Put simply, your thoughts and words aren’t just background noise. They carry energy. And that energy influences how you feel, show up, and even what you attract into your life. It’s not about being positive all the time or trying to “think your way to success.” It’s about becoming aware of the invisible power that shapes your reality every single day. And it starts with what’s going on in your head and what’s coming out of your mouth.
The Science (and Magic) of Energy
The brilliant inventor Nikola Tesla once said: “If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” At the most basic level, science tells us that everything is made of energy—even our thoughts and emotions. Your brain waves have frequencies. Your words hold vibration. The energy you put out has a measurable effect on your body, your environment, and your overall well-being.
Japanese researcher Dr Masaru Emoto famously demonstrated this in his water crystal experiments. He labelled jars of water with words like love or hate and then froze them. The water exposed to loving words
formed beautiful, symmetrical crystals, while the ones exposed to harsh language formed distorted, chaotic shapes. Now consider this: your body is around 60% water. If water responds visibly to the energy of words, what do you think your cells are doing every time you speak to yourself with criticism, blame, or shame?
Your Thoughts Become Your Chemistry
Every thought you have is literally absorbed by every cell in your body. Let that land for a moment. When you think something like “I’m a failure”, “I’ll never get it right”, or “I’m not good enough”, you’re not just saying words. You’re sending messages that ripple through your entire system. Your body listens. It reacts. Over time, these repeated thought patterns can affect your nervous system, stress response,
immune health, and even posture. In contrast, empowering thoughts like “I’m learning”, “I’ve overcome so much already”, or “I’ve got this” send very different signals. They help your body shift into safety, balance and growth.
Thoughts create feelings. Feelings create responses. And over time, those responses create your experience of health or dis-ease.
From Inner Critic to Inner Coach
We all have an inner critic. That voice that says. You’re not smart enough.
You can’t do it.
You’ll never be good enough.
The voice that compares criticises and convinces you that you’re falling short. But what if you started to replace that voice with a more supportive one – your inner coach?
Imagine hearing:
You’re doing the best you can – and that’s enough. You’ve faced challenges before, and you’ll get through this, too.
This is a learning curve, not a final judgement.
Your inner coach encourages. It lifts you up when things get messy. It reminds you of your resilience.
And it’s always available – you just have to tune in. Words Have Weight – Use Them Wisely
Here’s a simple example: the word should.
“I should go to the gym.”
“I should have done better.”
“I should be further ahead by now.”
Heavy, isn’t it? Should is often rooted in guilt, pressure, and comparison. Now switch it to could:
“I could go to the gym.”
“I could choose to try again.”
“I could do things differently next time.”
Feel the difference? “Could” opens space for choice. It
Three Easy Ways to Shift Your Energy Through Language
Here are three simple, practical tools to help you
become more conscious of your thoughts and the
words you use:
- Pause and Reframe
Catch yourself in the act. Notice the thought. Ask:
Would I say this to a loved one? Is it helpful? Is there a
kinder way to say it?
feels lighter, more expansive, and more empowering. That tiny shift in language moves you from shame into possibility—and possibility is where change lives.
Reframe it to something supportive – even if it feels unfamiliar at first.
- Stop, Breathe, Assess, Reset
When you’re triggered or spiralling into old patterns, take a moment. Stop. Breathe. Assess how you’re feeling. Reset with intention. This helps you respond, not react and brings you back to conscious choice.
- Get Curious, Not Critical
Instead of saying, “What’s wrong with me?” try, “What’s going on for me?” Curiosity softens the energy. It keeps you open to insight rather than shutting you down.
