Looking for some positive affirmations to add to your journal practice or self-care journey? Look no further. Here are twenty morning affirmations and twenty positive affirmations for happiness.
But first, just in case you’ve never heard of affirmations, here is what they are and why they can lead to a happier you:
What are Affirmations?
Affirmations are sayings or sentences that you say to yourself in response to a certain trigger. They help us move forward and deal with challenges or hurdles while providing ourselves with emotional support and encouragement.
Studies have shown that regular practice of affirmations can lead to:
- Reduction in harmful stress
- Higher self esteem
- Increases openness to adopt healthier habits
- Less worrying and rumination
- Control self-sabotaging thoughts and speech, shaping a positive self-talk
- Better mood
- Increase in resilience
More importantly, affirmations can have a positive impact on happiness by increasing self-esteem and self-confidence and reducing negative self-talk. Research has shown that positive affirmations can change an individual’s perspective and behavior, leading to an increase in overall well-being and happiness.
20 Morning Affirmations for Happiness
- Today is going to be a wonderful day.
- I am filled with energy and positivity.
- I am grateful for this new day.
- I choose to focus on the good.
- I am worthy of happiness and success.
- I trust in the journey of my life.
- I am confident in my abilities.
- I am surrounded by love and support.
- I let go of yesterday’s worries and embrace today.
- I am open to new opportunities and experiences.
- I am filled with peace and contentment.
- I am deserving of love and happiness.
- I attract positivity into my life.
- I am strong and capable.
- I choose joy and positivity.
- I am thankful for my blessings.
- I am filled with hope and optimism.
- I am at peace with my past and excited for my future.
- I am creating my own happiness.
- I am ready to make today amazing.
20 Affirmations for Happiness
- I am worthy of happiness.
- I choose joy and positivity.
- I am grateful for all the blessings in my life.
- I am strong and capable.
- I trust the journey of my life.
- I am loved and appreciated.
- I am surrounded by positive energy.
- I let go of negative thoughts and feelings.
- I focus on the present moment.
- I am open to new experiences and opportunities.
- I am confident in my abilities.
- I choose to see the good in all situations.
- I am filled with peace and contentment.
- I am deserving of love and happiness.
- I attract positive relationships into my life.
- I am thankful for my life and all its experiences.
- I am deserving of success and prosperity.
- I have the power to create my own happiness.
- I am at peace with my past and excited for my future.
- I am filled with joy, hope, and optimism.
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