Positive affirmations usually consist of short, simple statements. Generally, they come from a personal need to calm an emotion. There are some universal affirmations that you can use, but it is possible that they come naturally to you.

Examples of Positive Affirmations

If you feel like you need a phrase to express an emotion but can't find the right one, then try looking at the 4 types of positive affirmations below. If it fits, you can use it!

1. Positive Affirmations for Wellbeing

• I am happy with what I am doing now

• I have a healthy body and a calm mind

• I believe opportunities will come my way in the near future

• I have warm and positive relationships

• I am confident and fulfilled

2. Positive Affirmations for Anxiety

• I am able to handle this the best way I can and that is enough

• I let it go and I am at peace

• I am safe, strong and okay

• I see the positive in every situation

• I am ready and able to handle everything

3. Positive Affirmations for Depression

• The Universe loves and supports me

• I forgive myself

• Every day I take a new step towards positive change

• Everything is okay

• The love I am getting right now deserves me

4. Positive Affirmations for Self-image

• I am enough

• I love myself yesterday, today, tomorrow and beyond

• I am at peace in body, mind and life

• I am worthy of love

• I am productive

Choose the positive affirmation that suits you best

Creating Personal Affirmations

Apart from using common words, we can also create personal affirmations. These positive affirmations can be said out loud, silently, or simply written down (taped in the most visible place or displayed as cellphone wallpaper). 

Start by identifying your areas of improvement and setting goals for each. Next, keep things real and focus on the goals you've set. Remember not to worry about how it will become a reality. There are a few tips to make this method easier to implement. These include:

• Keeping it concise: instead of "I am a shining gem that lights up the world" replace it with "I am a gem".

• Say it as a fact, not a possibility: "I am prosperous" not "I can make money"

• Avoid negative statements: "I am a success" instead of "I am a failure"

• Say something that is happening right now: "I am healthy" instead of "I will get well"

• Be persistent: say about 3-5 positive affirmations for a few weeks before replacing them with new affirmations

Make sure your positive affirmations are made as facts

Strategies to Make it a Routine

Again, building the habit of making positive affirmations a routine will vary from person to person. Therefore, you can start by choosing a time where these affirmations can be practiced freely and without distractions. For example, before starting work, before going to bed, or before ending the day. The point is, everything needs a process and change will not happen overnight.

Positive affirmations are generally simple, short phrases that are usually used to express all sorts of emotions. Remember that your affirmations are facts, not just wishes or future possibilities. If this method really helps you calm down, then make it a daily routine.

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