Join me with special guest @Ankhara Akeru for a live conversation on Wordsmithing. Friday, April 3, 2026 11:00 AM PDT Check the calendar We’ll open the Language Portal and play in the field of language—exploring meaning, etymology, and the unexpected ways words come alive when we slow down and listen. This will be a relaxed and intriguing conversation where curiosity leads, insights emerge, and language has a chance to surprise us. Ankhara Akeru is a Breathwork Coach who supports high achievers in releasing stress and nervous system overload. Through his work, clients return to a more regulated, calm, and grounded way of being—without shame or pressure. Ankhara and I shall be delighted for you to join us and be part of the conversation.

Where does the word language come from? At last week’s Hypno Hacking event with @James Bansbach, Arthor Pendragon asked an intriguing question: “How is the word language broken down? What is the meaning of language?” Arthor and I agreed to dive into its origins. It became a profoundly rich conversation. The word language entered English in the late 13th century from Old French langage, meaning speech, expression, and a people or shared identity. It traces back further to the Latin lingua, meaning “tongue” and “speech,” and ultimately to a Proto-Indo-European root connected to the physical tongue as the source of sound. Ankhara Akeru nailed this with his understanding of the origin of the word language, and then quickly researched it to mean: 🌟 Breath + Sound 🌟 Vibration + Meaning 🌟 Identity + Culture 🌟 It is the shaping of reality through sound. And as James draws on his experience as a dancer and dance instructor, language is conveyed through the heartbeat and rhythm that speaks without words. I love that James then went deep into how language, in its origin, is an embodiment. Alessandra Turati shared, from the perspective of someone who speaks five languages, how she notices the shortcomings of language in communicating reality, while, conversely, having a keen awareness of what one gains when they are multilingual. This was such a fascinating conversation. To listen to the entire conversation, the replay is available in James’ LEARN HYPNOSIS community. 💫 Continued Etymology Study 💫 Now, back to the etymology of the word 'language' and how it informs The Language Portal. Even the structure of the word reflects its evolution. The “u” in language was introduced through Anglo-French spelling conventions between the 12th and 13th centuries. It was never pronounced, and still isn’t. It remains present in the spelling but is silent.

It starts here, with you. I’m launching a new series and invite you to join me in exploring spirituality, consciousness, and the expression of your passion. These will be live, relaxed conversations where we deepen our conversation about writing, listen for what’s present, and allow something to take form in real time. There’s nothing to prepare. Just a willingness to enter the space and be part of the conversation. If this resonates with you, I’d love to share your wisdom here on The Language Portal. Vote below if you feel a yes, and I’ll connect with you. Pamela ✨