In their groundbreaking book Metaphors We Live By (1980), linguists George Lakoff and philosopher Mark Johnson revolutionised the understanding of language, thought, and human experience by revealing that metaphors are not merely decorative figures of speech, but foundational structures that shape how we perceive and act in the world. They argued that our conceptual system - how we think, make decisions, and relate to others - is largely metaphorical in nature; for instance, we understand time as money (“spending time,” “saving time”) or arguments as war (“defending a point,” “attacking an idea”). This insight has profound implications for personal wellbeing and societal health: by becoming aware of the metaphors that unconsciously guide our lives, we gain the power to reframe our experiences, foster empathy, and create new ways of relating to ourselves and others. On a personal level, shifting from adversarial metaphors (“life as a battle”) to more nurturing ones (“life as a journey” or “growth”) can reduce stress and promote resilience. Societally, embracing metaphors of cooperation and interconnection can inspire more compassionate policies, collaborative problem-solving, and sustainable living. Lakoff and Johnson’s work continues to remind us that changing our metaphors can, quite literally, change our world. In His teaching and parables Jesus consistently used metaphors to convey spiritual meaning, pointing to faith in God as the ultimate means of life. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, the followers of Christ will be led to choose metaphors that are appropriate and prosocial.