How do you begin your day? Do you take time to speak to yourself in a positive way?
How you treat yourself mentally, physically and emotionally has a direct effect on your mood and atmosphere daily. The good news is you have the ability to make sure your thoughts are positive instead of negative. Research shows that when you incorporate positive affirmations into each day, your mood and thoughts will be more positive, creating a better work, home and personal environment for yourself.
Positive affirmations can be a word, a short phrase, a poem or a song lyric that means something to you. They have the ability to get you out of a negative headspace and into a positive one. Positive affirmations are a reminder that you are in control of your thoughts and environment. They can also increase your self-confidence, self-love, emotional strength, energy and success in your goals and future endeavors.
How to Use Affirmations
- Ground yourself in the moment by sitting or standing tall and taking a few deep, controlled breaths.
- Look at yourself in a mirror or close your eyes wherever you are.
- Say your affirmation out loud slowly and clearly.
- Repeat your affirmation 3-5 times; listen to yourself, and believe in your words.
Positive affirmations are meant to be personal and personalized. You may wake up one day feeling less energized, so you may make your affirmation something that will encourage you to stay energized all day. On another day, you may wake up feeling self-doubt and make your affirmation something that will lift you up. Turning off negative self-talk first thing in the morning has the ability to lead you to a happier, healthier life.
Positive Affirmation Examples
- “I am successful”
- “I am bringing a positive attitude to work every day”
- “I am honest in my work”
- “Strength”
- “I will give a great presentation because I am well prepared and rehearsed”
- “I can do this!”
- “I will continue to reach my fitness goals”
- “My body is healed, restored and filled with energy”
- “I am going to crush this workout and feel great after it”
- “I am happy and beautiful”
- “I will do everything I can to take care of my body and mind today!”
- “I am fearless and strong!”
- “I enjoy staying fit and energized”
- “I am calm and mindful”
- “Daily exercise makes me feel fantastic!”
- “I love and care for my body as it cares for me”
- “Just keep moving!”
- “Every day, I am becoming fitter and healthier”
- “When I exercise, I feel rejuvenated and alive”
- “I’ll change my thoughts to change my world”
- “I am confident and capable of achieving my goals”
- “I am healthy, happy and radiant”
Use affirmations to remind yourself of your strength and your ability to complete tasks with a positive attitude. What will your affirmations be today?
By: Alexandra Bollinger