What you think has a profound effect on your mind, body, and soul.
Therefore, the more optimistic your thoughts are, the calmer and more collected your mind will become.
When the circumstances are good or when you’re feeling better, it’s easier to channel favorable thinking. But when you’re faced with situations where things seem to be going downhill, it can be hard to see the positive side.
So, the ability to be strong and put on a brave face when all you’re feeling is utter despair is essential for adapting—being able to accept the situation while maintaining a sense of clarity.
Practicing affirmations daily can help with that!
It strengthens your mindset. And to develop this strong mindset, you’ve got to learn to keep your thoughts in control by feeding them with affirmations.
Honestly, we often underestimate the power of affirmations. If you say these positive words to yourself every morning when you wake up, you’re feeding your mind good food—right from the start of your day. Doing this will boost positivity and set a positive tone for the day ahead.
At first, you may not believe you’re strong, but as you repeat these words daily, they begin to shape your belief. Your mind starts to accept them. Over time, this practice will lead you to feel more confident and capable when faced with adversity.
While practicing affirmations won’t magically solve all your problems, it will make you mentally stronger, helping you tackle challenges or move past them with greater ease.
The power of our minds is insane, we can do wonders. So, why not nourish it with more positive thoughts, right?
The way we build up our immune system by eating healthy foods and eliminating harmful habits, the same way we can take care of our mindset. By feeding our mind some good food for thought daily. So, that when a bad situation happens, our mind has the strength it requires already, as we are nourishing our thoughts regularly.
Have you heard about the Law of Attraction?
According to this philosophy, we attract what we think. If we think positively, we bring positivity into our lives; if we think negatively, we attract the same. It’s an interesting concept.
However, there’s a belief associated with it that I just can’t agree with. I’ve seen people who think that if they avoid considering the negative aspects of a situation and only focus on positive thinking, they can somehow avoid trouble and negativity. They don’t prepare themselves for the worst, and when it inevitably comes, they avoid facing it. They believe that positive thinking alone will solve the problem.
Now, don’t get me wrong. Positive thinking can give you the strength to face adversity, and that’s true. It will keep you calm in difficult situations. But here’s the thing—you will still have to deal with what’s coming your way. You can’t just run from it.
See, thinking positively and practicing affirmations can lead to a strong, resilient mind—and a strong mind is always a good idea. But practicing affirmations doesn’t mean ignoring the negative aspects of a situation or being in denial whenever trouble shows up. Just because something is negative doesn’t mean you should avoid acknowledging it.
In my opinion, being affirmative is about accepting that if something negative happens, you will face it, but you also want it all to turn out for the best.
So, stay affirmative, but be prepared for the negative.
To sum it up: Don’t be in denial. Be ready for negativity if it comes your way, but always manifest positivity.
Strengthen your mindset and approach problems with clarity.
And this can be achieved by practicing affirmations daily!
Below is a list of some of my favorite affirmations. Try to feel every word you say—it really helps!
1. I am kind to myself and the people around me.
2. I love myself. I learn to love every part of my body. I am beautiful. I am me.
3. I am peaceful and my heart is full of love.
4. I am the master of my mind. I declutter my mind of unnecessary thoughts and fill that space with determination and confidence.
5. I am a learner. I learn and grow.
6. I take the control of my emotions in my hand. No person or situation can sway my emotional balance.
7. I am a fighter. No hurdle can ever bring my spirit down.
8. I am a powerful soul. I can achieve anything I put my mind to.
9. I will give my best in everything I do today. I have faith in my abilities.
10. I am healthy, mind, body, and soul. My body is healing and well.
11. I allow myself to take a break. I rest my mind and body.
12. I reflect on my past actions. I accept my mistakes and forgive myself.
13. I accept the parts of me that are broken and heal from them. It is ok. I will be alright.
14. My mind feels lighter and freer. I let the emotions flow through my mind, good and bad, I feel it all.
15. I am good. I am enough.
Are you ready to brighten your mindset with affirmations? Make room for some positivity in your life!
Do you have some favorite affirmations?
Let me know in the comments section below!