What are positive affirmations?
Positive phrases or statements used to challenge negative or unhelpful thoughts
What are the benefits of positive affirmations?
- Decrease stress
- Helps us navigate challenges
- Supports our resiliency
Read on to learn how to maximize your affirmations:
- Focus on affirming your values
- Focus on effort, rather than perfection
- Practice affirmations when you are feeling good and also when you are feeling down
- Practicing when you are feeling good helps strengthen these beliefs
- Develop a daily routine of self-affirmation
References
Guptha, L. S. (2017, April 25). To Affirm or Not Affirm? Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/embodied-wellness/201704/affirm-or-not-affirm.
Moore, C. (2021, March 16). Positive Daily Affirmations: Is There Science Behind It? PositivePsychology.com. https://positivepsychology.com/daily-affirmations/.
Rose, S. (2020, July 25). Do Positive Affirmations Work? A Look at the Science. Steve Rose, PhD. https://steverosephd.com/do-positive-affirmations-work/.