Changing your mindset is the single most powerful and important step you can take to change your life. The power of positive thinking has been studied by the psychiatric medical, scientific and spiritual community and they've all determined the same thing - positive thinking has power. Of course, changing the way you think is easier said than done. That's where positive affirmations become a very useful tool.
Positive Affirmations
It seems easy to throw out negative statements about ourselves. "I am fat," is a cruel and negative statement that doesn't inspire much confidence in a life. Positive affirmations are statements that dispel negative beliefs. Instead say, "I like myself like I am and am comfortable with my weight." That sounds much better and makes you feel that way too.
There is hope in a positive affirmation. Negative statements have a way of halting any future progress. It is acceptance of a false assumption. Positive affirmations focus on the thought process which is where the change begins.
Finding the Right Affirmations for You
What are your negative thoughts? Most of the time, they are so commonplace that we don't even know we are filling our minds with them. Whatever your thoughts here is a list of positive affirmations that can get the ball rolling.
My body is healthy
I am the picture of good health
I have found more reasons to be grateful because I feel grateful right now
I know that I deserve to be loved
I give out love and it is returned to me tenfold
I have found a wonderful soul mate and we are happy together
My weight is just right for me
I make positive healthy choices for myself
I express my needs and feelings
I am unique, special, creative and a wonderful person
I learn things easily and with little effort
I am just fine being me and no one else
My feelings are important and a part of who I am
I love doing my job
I can communicate clearly with others
There is nothing wrong with wanting more for myself
I am getting wealthier each day
I have an abundance of energy
My mind is calm
I control the thoughts in my head
I find success in everything I do
As you look through the list of potential positive affirmations, are any compelling? Do any of those affirmations ring true to you or cause a stir of emotion? The affirmations which resonate with you are good ones to start with. For example, if you've been struggling with your weight, spend some thing thinking about the negative self-talk you have around that issue and find a few positive affirmations which give you the strength and motivation to move through this challenge.
Affirmations are the first step toward changing your thoughts, however with any process; it takes time, practice, patience and a love and acceptance for yourself. Negative thoughts will slip in from time to time but as you practice, it will get easier. Trust yourself and the positive affirmation process. It will change your life. - 16650
Positive Affirmations
It seems easy to throw out negative statements about ourselves. "I am fat," is a cruel and negative statement that doesn't inspire much confidence in a life. Positive affirmations are statements that dispel negative beliefs. Instead say, "I like myself like I am and am comfortable with my weight." That sounds much better and makes you feel that way too.
There is hope in a positive affirmation. Negative statements have a way of halting any future progress. It is acceptance of a false assumption. Positive affirmations focus on the thought process which is where the change begins.
Finding the Right Affirmations for You
What are your negative thoughts? Most of the time, they are so commonplace that we don't even know we are filling our minds with them. Whatever your thoughts here is a list of positive affirmations that can get the ball rolling.
My body is healthy
I am the picture of good health
I have found more reasons to be grateful because I feel grateful right now
I know that I deserve to be loved
I give out love and it is returned to me tenfold
I have found a wonderful soul mate and we are happy together
My weight is just right for me
I make positive healthy choices for myself
I express my needs and feelings
I am unique, special, creative and a wonderful person
I learn things easily and with little effort
I am just fine being me and no one else
My feelings are important and a part of who I am
I love doing my job
I can communicate clearly with others
There is nothing wrong with wanting more for myself
I am getting wealthier each day
I have an abundance of energy
My mind is calm
I control the thoughts in my head
I find success in everything I do
As you look through the list of potential positive affirmations, are any compelling? Do any of those affirmations ring true to you or cause a stir of emotion? The affirmations which resonate with you are good ones to start with. For example, if you've been struggling with your weight, spend some thing thinking about the negative self-talk you have around that issue and find a few positive affirmations which give you the strength and motivation to move through this challenge.
Affirmations are the first step toward changing your thoughts, however with any process; it takes time, practice, patience and a love and acceptance for yourself. Negative thoughts will slip in from time to time but as you practice, it will get easier. Trust yourself and the positive affirmation process. It will change your life. - 16650
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