Affirmations can be hard, especially for women. We’ve been taught to prioritize the happiness of others over our own and to put ourselves last. Perhaps we’ve even been taught that thinking positively about ourselves is selfish or vain. (Trust me, it’s not at all.) But many of us have heard from a well-meaning friend, therapist, or self-help book that practicing affirmations in front of a mirror can make a huge difference in our lives. And that’s true, even if the experience feels weird or awkward.
Behind these positive thoughts lies Self-Affirmation TheoryThey claim that by telling yourself (repeating) your beliefs, you “maintain your integrity.” But despite the science behind it, when I try to practice affirmations myself, I feel imposter syndrome creeping in. Who else is this?
Feature image from Michelle Nash’s interview with Mary Ralph Bradley.
The Importance of Practicing Positive Language for Women
It’s normal to have doubts when you’re telling yourself things that just don’t feel true. For example, on the days when everything’s going wrong, your hair is in all sorts of weird states, or you get pimples that pop up out of nowhere, it might feel insincere to say, “I feel beautiful on the inside.”
When you practice positive affirmations every day, you’re not only telling yourself kind, loving words, you’re also starting to believe them.
My advice? Feel it! Then take a step back and ask yourself where that feeling is coming from. Is it an inner feeling of doubt or comparison? Or maybe it’s something someone said in the past. When we look deep into our limiting beliefs, we can see the flaws in the stories we’ve been telling ourselves. We can see how they’ve been holding us back from stepping into the truth of who we really are.Beautiful and full of light.
When you practice positive affirmations every day, not only will you be saying kind, loving words to yourself, but you will also begin to believe them. You may not experience a revelation from the following positive affirmations, but I say this: Practice them and you will have hope.
75 Positive Quotes for Women that will Change Your Life
Read through the following affirmations for women and find one that resonates with you. I practice affirmations as part of my morning routine, but you can say them whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you. If there’s just one statement that resonates with you and feels real, take it to heart and believe all the beautiful truths it’s telling you about yourself.
Morning Affirmations
1. You can create the life you’ve always dreamed of.
2. At every moment, I am exactly where I need to be.
3. Every day, I make choices that support my happiness and self-esteem.
4. It’s getting better and better every day.
5. Celebrate each day with gratitude.
6. I have the courage to pursue my dreams.
7. Every day has the potential to be the best day of your life.
8. You can always start over.
9. You can get through the hard days.
10. I will be successful today.
11. Every day is a new opportunity to experience magic.
12. I give myself permission to be content with my situation in this moment.
13. My mere presence brightens someone’s day.
14. I have survived every day so far.
15. Today is full of possibilities.
Affirmations for Health and Healing
16. I am grateful for my strong, healthy body.
17. With each breath I inhabit and embrace every part of my being.
18. I eat for pleasure, for health, and without judgment.
19. Maintain optimal health by giving your body, mind and soul all they need.
20. Healing is always available to me.
21. Growth may be uncomfortable, but it is a journey I choose to be a part of.
22. Let go of what doesn’t serve you.
23. I embrace my glorious, and sometimes messy, life.
24. I am actively shaping the life that awaits me.
25. Recovery takes time, but I can give myself some breaks.
26. I love the person I am becoming.
27. Healing doesn’t move in a straight line, but progress can still be made.
28. The first step is always the hardest, but it’s one you can take.
29. My body knows how to heal itself.
30. The food I eat nourishes my body.
31. I am getting stronger every day.
32. I listen to my body and respect its needs.
33. I actively look within myself and listen to the voice that guides me.
34. My mind and body are in harmony.
35. I deserve health and happiness.
Affirmations for Relationships
36. Self-love is a process and I can choose to enjoy the journey of discovery.
37. Feeling your emotions is a very powerful thing.
38. I am able to open up to others.
39. My needs and wants are important.
40. I can’t change what other people think of me, but I can choose how I respond.
41. There is no point in comparing. I don’t know their story and they don’t know mine.
42. I communicate openly and honestly.
43. My heart and mind are open to authentic connection.
44. I am worthy of love from others.
45. Relationships help me grow as a person.
46. I have kind and wonderful friends and family who always believe in me.
Positive words to use when you’re struggling
47. I am enough. I have always been enough. I will always be enough.
48. My courage is evident in every action and decision I make.
49. I have always had the ability to create inner peace.
50. I have everything I need to achieve the success I desire.
51. As we grow older, we gain more experience and wisdom.
52. I have a gift for finding beauty in everything.
53. With every breath I take, I inhabit a strong and beautiful body.
54. I attract love and abundance.
55. I deserve attention.
56. I have a unique and beautiful perspective.
57. I have the power to change.
58. I will always remain hopeful.
59. My life is not measured by the number of likes or followers I get. I find my worth in the things others can’t see.
60. Let go of what doesn’t serve you.
61. To me, failure is just a learning opportunity.
62. Rejection is a redirection.
63. This too shall pass.
Positive Affirmations
64. I stand proudly in my truth.
65. You can cultivate calm.
66. Blessings are all around me.
67. Good things flow to me and I rejoice in their abundance.
68. I am a positive influence on everyone I meet.
69. I know what to do about the challenges I face.
70. I am free from doubt.
71. I know my truth and can trust it.
72. My work inspires others.
73. Value what is meaningful to you.
74. My possibilities are endless.
75. My thoughts and ideas matter because I am important.
Source: Camille Styles – camillestyles.com
