The Power of Affirmations: A Path to Positivity and Personal Growth

In a world filled with stress, self-doubt and the constant barrage of external influence, it is easy to lose sight of our inner strength and potential. We often lose that spark of positivity in our inner voice and feel lost on how to move forward. Affirmations are not just words but they are tools that can shape our thoughts, beliefs and most importantly our actions. Getting started can be the hardest part, so with the help of Silk and Sonder we’ve created a list of 40 affirmations that encourage body positivity, self confidence and setting boundaries.

1. I am worthy of self-care

2. It is OK to say no

3. My time and energy are valuable

4. I am more than enough

5. I can handle whatever live throw at me

6. I am resilient

7. Everyone doesn’t need to like me

8. When people respect my boundaries, they show that they respect me

9. I honor my individuality

10. I take pride in my accomplishments

11. I can find peace within myself

12. There’s no such thing as perfection

13. Sometimes we must take risks in order to reach new heights

14. Even when I fall down, I get back up again

15. No matter what happens, I can handle it

16. I am stronger than I think

17. Everything in moderation

18. No problem lasts forever

19. I trust my intuition

20. I let go of resistance

21. I am patient with myself

22. I accept that I cannot control everything

23. I deserve to be listened to

24. Every day is precious to me

25. I cannot control everything

26. I allow myself to cry

27. My boundaries are allowed to change just as I am

28. My boundaries are an act of self-respect

29. I am comfortable with being assertive

30. I can choose who and what I want in my life

31. Getting serious about my boundaries shows personal growth

32. It is not my responsibility if others expect more from me than I can give

33. My boundaries are clearly defined

34. It is rewarding to honor my boundaries

35. It is OK to need alone time

36. I feel powerful when I preserve my energy

37. Staying off of my phone and social media can be an act of resistance

38. I feel safe when I enforce my boundaries

39. Having clear boundaries makes it easier to enforce them 

40. The more I practice enforcing my boundaries, the easier it will be

Remember, this is just a place to start. Finding your own voice for your affirmations is key to success. You want them to feel true and inspiring for YOU. Cleavland Clinic works with Lauren Alexander, PhD to answer the question: Do Positive Affirmations Work? In this article you can dive deeper into creating your own affirmations and understanding how they work to impact your life.

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