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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.

A positive affirmation gives you a way to fight against negative thinking. When you think in positive ways it is possible to change your life one step at a time.

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

The more grateful I am, the more reasons I find to be grateful

I deserve to be loved by others

When I give love to others, I receive it back by the power of ten

My partner and I are happy together and living peacefully

I am the perfect weight for me

My choices in life are healthy and positive

I express my needs and feelings

I am my own unique self - special, creative and wonderful

I learn to do things with little effort or assistance

I love and appreciate myself just as I am

I accept all my feelings as part of myself

I find great satisfaction in doing my job

I can communicate clearly with others

I am worthy of what I want out of life

Each day I am wealthier than the day before

I have an abundance of energy

My mind is calm

I control my thoughts

I find success in all that I pursue

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.

Change your thoughts by using positive affirmations to direct them. Totally eliminating negative thoughts takes time, practice and patience on your part. It does work and will get easier as you go along. Don’t give up on yourself and give the process a try.