Introduction

Picture this: a life brimming with vitality, where every aspect of your being—your health, your relationships, your career, and your spiritual journey—harmonize effortlessly. It’s not just a dream; it’s within your reach. Have you ever heard the saying, “If you can dream it, you can achieve it”? That’s the power of affirmations.

Affirmations are like whispers of encouragement to your soul that gently guide you toward positivity and self-discovery. Imagine speaking to yourself with unwavering kindness, nurturing your spirit with words of love and affirmation. This is the essence of affirmations.

These statements are usually intended to help shift thinking process from negative to positive, accelerate an action, reduce stress, deriving courage during tough times, increase self-confidence and well-being. What you tell yourself matters a lot and Positive affirmations are an intentional form of self-talk in which you tell yourself supportive, encouraging things. If we are aware, we realize most of us have constant thoughts emerging/running in the back of our minds from dawn to sundown; and this constant inner voice has an essential role and plenty to say about how we look, act, think and feel. 

Self-talk can be positive or negative, but it’s all too easy to slip into those negative thought patterns. This is because our thought patterns are learned. What we think on a regular basis changes our brain structure, making it easier to unconsciously repeat the same thoughts and ideas.  

In other words, the more you tell yourself you aren’t good enough, the easier it is to think and believe it. 

“A lot of the time the things we say to ourselves aren’t really conscious, and a lot of our self-talk is critical,”

In a world where the demands of daily life can weigh heavily on our hearts, affirmations offer solace. Positive affirmations are self-help tool which can help to remove negativity, in terms of the things that we say to ourselves. They help disrupt negative thought patterns, boost self-compassion and motivate desired behaviors. 

Repeatedly saying these phrases builds new neural pathways in your brain, which strengthens positive thought patterns.  This also means you have the power to change your brain function and train your self-talk to be more compassionate.  

 “It’s a way of affirming for yourself who you are and who you want to be or where you want to get in the future.  Affirmations help build and improve your self-esteem. They can also act as a way of challenging and replacing your negative and anxious thinking when it comes to stress, depression, physical pain, and anxiety.

How Affirmations Work

Imagine a life where every thought you think, every word you speak to yourself, has the power to shape your reality. This is the essence of affirmations—a potent tool rooted in neuroscience that can transform the very structure of your brain.

Neuroplasticity, the brain’s remarkable ability to reorganize itself and form new neural connections throughout life, lies at the heart of how affirmations work. When you repeat affirmations regularly, you are rewiring your brain to think in more positive, empowering ways. To understand the mind; it has three states.  The conscious mind, subconscious mind (it can be perceived as a hard drive or store house where every impression, experience that you encounter gets imprinted) and the third state is super-conscious mind which is highly creative, intuitive and spiritual. When you constantly repeat the self-talk, the mind does not discriminate whether it’s positive or negative. The mind is designed just to create patterns within the subconscious mind.

Every thought triggers neurons to fire in your brain, sending electrical impulses along neural circuits. Repeating a thought or behavior strengthens these circuits, making it easier for your brain to access them in the future.

This is where affirmations come in. By consciously choosing to repeat positive, uplifting statements to yourself, you are strengthening neural pathways associated with self-esteem, resilience, and optimism. Over time, these affirmations become deeply ingrained in your brain, shaping your perceptions and influencing your actions.

Furthermore, affirmations have been found to stimulate the release of neurotransmitters such as dopamine, the “feel-good” chemical associated with pleasure and reward. This not only reinforces the positive associations with affirmations but also boosts your mood and motivation to pursue your goals.

In essence, affirmations are like mental exercises for your brain, sculpting it into a powerhouse of positivity and self-belief. By harnessing the principles of neuroplasticity, you have the power to shape your brain and transform your life from the inside out.

So, the next time you find yourself caught in a spiral of negative thinking, remember the science behind affirmations. With each repetition, you are sculpting a brain that is wired for success, resilience, and happiness. Embrace the power of affirmations and watch as your life transforms before your very eyes.

Before you create an affirmation, just be very precise “WHAT YOU TRULY WANT OR WANT TO MANIFEST”. Daily complaining about present life, or bad state reinforces a pattern in mind.  Saying a positive sentence will light up the same reward centers or dopamine release in the brain that respond to other pleasurable experiences such as winning a prize or a positive memory. 

Affirmations generally work as a tool for shifting your mindset and achieving your goals. Regular repetition of affirming statements about yourself can encourage your brain to take these positive affirmations as fact.

When you truly believe you can do something, your actions often follow.

For example, you might replace a negative or anxious thought, like:

“I’m so bad at interviews. I’m probably not as worthy as other candidates. There’s no way they will hire me.”

With a positive affirmation:

“I have all the required skills and experience, and I’m the perfect candidate for this job.”

Another example 

“I hate my body; I gain weight so fast. Nothing suits me. Gym and dieting show results” 

With a positive affirmation:

” My body is blessed. With the right combination of diet and exercise it gets in shape so fast ” 

Along with this practice remember ” Action is key”

Repeating an affirmation can help boost your motivation and confidence, but you still have to take some action yourself. Try thinking of affirmations as a step toward change, not the change itself as the desired life, relationship, and professional growth will commence when you combine these tactics, combined with your affirmations.

What is the right way of doing Affirmation? 

When you begin your journey with positive affirmations, it might feel awkward or insincere at first. But as you persist, these affirmations become a powerful tool for reshaping your self-perception. Consistent practice is key to breaking free from old thought patterns and embracing a more positive mindset. 

Here are some essential principles to guide your practice of affirmations:

1. **Daily Affirmations: ** Make a conscious effort to choose thoughts that align with your desired outcomes. Think of it as planting seeds of prosperity and abundance in the fertile soil of your mind, nurturing them with daily affirmations.

2. **Positive Atmosphere: ** Create a happy mental environment conducive to growth. Surround yourself with positivity and optimism to cultivate an ideal environment for your affirmations to flourish.

3. **Clarity of Intent: ** Be precise about your intentions. Avoid focusing on what you don’t want and instead frame your affirmations in the present tense, affirming what you do want to manifest in your life. As mentioned, “I don’t want” is not a precise or clear intention. For example, ” I don’t want to be sick any more” is not a positive affirmation. Instead of this choose to say ” I accept good health now, am healing so fast.  Always use affirmations in the present tense for example “I am happy and powerful today”.  Our subconscious mind responds to affirmations better when things are happening now and not to something that will happen in future.

4. **Clear Goals:** Take the time to clarify your goals and desires. Write down every detail in the present tense, allowing yourself to visualize and embody your affirmations fully.

5. **Repetition and Consistency:** Repeat your affirmations daily for 4-5 minutes, whether verbally, silently, or in writing. Allow yourself to feel the truth behind your words and make them personal and meaningful to you.

6. **Personalized Affirmations:** Rather than relying on generic affirmations, create your own phrases tailored to your specific needs and desires. Focus on nurturing qualities such as confidence, gratitude, and presence that support your growth and development.

Remember, your habitual thoughts shape your reality. let us embark on this journey of self-discovery together. Let us speak our affirmations with unwavering conviction and take bold steps toward the life we deserve. For we are strong, we are resilient, and we are worthy of every blessing life has to offer. Let us embrace the power of affirmations and unleash the unstoppable force of love that lies within us all.