The Fundamentals Of Positive Affirmations

By Doris Wofford


Mental health is important to overall well-being. There are many things that can be done to ensure a person lives a positive and fulfilling existence. Affirmations, in New Age and New Thought, refer to the practice of self-empowerment and positive thinking. With help from positive affirmations, people are expected to live happier and rewarding lives.

Another definition for affirmations is formatted messages that are to be repeated to oneself or aloud. They may also be written down. For these to produce the best results, they should be positive, specific, present tense and personal.

Typically, people have their own personal messages they use for this purpose. These are usually most effective. Still, those who are just getting started with this practice might adopt more generic messages. The content of the saying is important, as this is what helps create the right mental state. Most of these are focused on promoting success in many facets of life.

A negative mind can leave people feeling unhappy and unfulfilled. People who are too pessimistic are more likely to see negative things come to pass in their lives. This is referred to as a self-fulfilling prophecy and applies to bad and good thoughts. Stress, anxiety, negativity, worry and similar emotions can impact the physical being of a person too.

Affirmations, when regularly recited or read, can help people remain confident, happy and focused. These messages are often associated with personal magnetism, positive thinking, affirmative prayers and creative visualization. All of these activities are used for similar purposes. They are based around beliefs of energy or life force in the atmosphere, as well as the law of attraction.

The results that come from these messages will differ by person. Still, people who are consistent with their statements are likely to see the best results. This is not directly associated with a specific religious believe, although it might be practiced by people who associated with a religious belief system. Even those who are already happy and peaceful can benefit from these statements, which can help them carry this attitude even when things get tough. This might also benefit people who suffer with worry and anxiety, as it can improve thoughts, desires and emotions.

The idea is that by saying these messages over and over again, the subconscious mind accepts them to be true. It is necessary to continue repeating the statements so that they can make an impression on the subconscious, which can help bring these desires to fruition. The words and thoughts people have play a major role in programming the mind.




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