This is the fourth in a four-part series with affirmations for the different parts of my life that I use. Affirmations can be a strong and beautiful way to remind yourself of your worth. Sometimes we need to remind ourselves that we are worth the life we are living.
I learned a lot about affirmations and how they can be incredibly helpful and supporting while in treatment. One thing I didn’t think of were the words I was using in my affirmations. I tend to say things like “I will not use today.” It sounds negative when you think about it. Your mind will attach to the words you say, and when you say things like that, the last thing your mind hears is “using”. I learned to replace some words and be more positive so that my mind is focusing on the good things instead. An example is, “I will stay clean today.” See the difference?! Your mind is then focusing on “clean.” It’s a small adjustment but you can make your affirmations more positive.
- I am free from all sufferings.
- I accept life as it is.
- I radiate love.
- I love myself completely.
- I trust myself.
- Today I am happy.
- May I always seek the Middle Path.
- I will take refuge in the Buddha, Dharma, and the Sangha.
- I choose not to create suffering.
- I will open my heart.
- I embrace change in my life.
- I always deserve love.
- I create my own reality.
- I will practice meditation as a coping tool when things are good and mbad.
- I radiate love.
- Today I seek enlightenment.
- I can get through anything.
- I will allow life by implementing the Eightfold Path in all areas of my life.
- I give the love I accept.
- I will practice Metta in all my affairs.
If you have any Buddhist/spiritual oriented affirmations that you use regularly, please put them down in the comments.