Articulate Your Thoughts Clearly: A 3-Step Sequence

Read 5-10 pages daily from curated content: non-fiction, biographies, classical literature, historical events, business books, or literary fiction. Focus on actively learning new words and using them in sentences.

“Books are really a gateway into the world of organized thoughts and good structure.”

Read 'Profiles in Courage' by John F. Kennedy to expose yourself to rich vocabulary and classical writing style. Apply implementation intention: "When I sit down to read, I will identify three new words."

“I absolutely love the way people used to write books during that time or even prior to the 1960s I find it so intelligent the vocabulary used is so rich the phrases that are used”

Write one page daily in a journal, reflecting on the past, future goals, dreams, or recent conversations. Actively try to incorporate new vocabulary learned during the 'Reading' phase. Reflect on the emotional connection to the topic and the way this influences articulation.

“Writing is one of the best ways you can get clear on those thoughts and identify them too.”

Record a 2-minute audio or video monologue on a topic explored in your daily journaling. Focus on using new vocabulary and speaking with clear intention. Share snippet on social media with #ArticulateThoughtsChallenge

“This is your ultimate goal this is the whole purpose of this three-step process to speak clearly to articulate your thoughts well and to communicate clearly to the other person”

Share your monologue with a trusted friend or colleague and ask for specific feedback on clarity, conciseness, and emotional impact.

Reflect on progress made in the last two weeks. Consider recording this reflection and comparing it to your first recording.