Even the most confident entrepreneurs have days where we might be feeling a little low or down on our game. Whether we wake up feeling on top of the world or a little less than confident, it’s helpful to have a daily affirmation to remind ourselves how special and important we really are. Sometimes, we just need to know what is on the other side of “Brave.” To reach our personal “T.O.P” (thrive on top), sometimes we just need a little push from within.
Affirmations can be incredibly useful for building confidence and self-esteem. Affirmations provide motivation, improve mental health, reduce anxiety and rewire our brain to positive thinking. With affirmations and a change of mindset, we can achieve what we believe. With affirmations, we can overcome the negative thoughts that make us doubt ourselves. The single behavioral change, with the greatest impact on our behavior, is to be a little kinder to ourselves and allow us grace to just B-R-E-A-T-H-E. Affirm yourself every day to achieve your optimal success. If you don’t believe in you, who will?
Believe it or not, there is some science behind using positive statements. Affirmations work on two scientific principles—neuroplasticity and the self-affirmation theory.
Neuroplasticity
Neuroplasticity is your brain’s ability to evolve and adapt to different situations throughout your life.
At times, your brain can’t tell the difference between reality and imagination. When you create a mental image of yourself doing something, it activates many of the same brain areas that experiencing these situations would.
Regular repetition of statements about yourself encourages your brain to take these positive affirmations as fact. When you genuinely believe you can do something, your actions often follow.
Self-affirmation
The self-affirmation theory is a principle created by Claude Steele. It focuses on how individuals adapt to experiences that negatively affect their self-concept. Self-affirmation theory suggests that humans naturally feel a strong desire to maintain a positive self-image.
Business affirmations reinforce praise and help maintain self-integrity. According to Psychology Today, they decrease stress and increase physical activity. They are even said to help people consume more fruits and vegetables. Here’s another incredible fact: They also amplify neural pathways associated with processing and reward.
Be Kind to Your Mind – 8 Affirmations To Retrain Your Brain
I am great, I am successful and I am grateful – Tell yourself, “I’m great at what I do, and I know my stuff.” Business is so competitive that it can be easy to doubt yourself, your knowledge and your abilities. Don’t give in to that temptation. When you’re feeling unsure of yourself, repeat this affirmation. Write it down and paste it on your wall or put it in your desk drawer and pull it out when you need a reminder.
I am worthy of making money and securing the bag. Daily affirmation is so powerful that it dictates how your day is going to be. If a person thinks, speaks and acts positively, then that person will have a very positive outlook throughout the day.
My only competition is myself – A business requires you to outperform yourself every single day. The goal shouldn’t be to be better than your competition, as you are in no way alike. You should move your mindset to perform better than you did yesterday to see abundant progress compounding over time, leading to success.
I am doing the best I can – I remind myself that strategy, the right people, cash and execution are the foundations of the daily habits I establish, and each day and I will do the best I can.
Problems are opportunities for growth – As an entrepreneur, everyone looks to you to have all the answers. Seeing problems as opportunities to improve allows you to see the situation from many angles and come to the best conclusion for finding a solution.
I am Confident – I can achieve what I believe. By trusting the process and sticking to the plan, you can weather anything that comes your way.
I deserve and accept vibrant health and wellness into my life right now.
I am a Money Magnet – Prosperity of every kind is drawn to me.
I know that sometimes we can feel overwhelmed, discouraged and perhaps feel like giving up. It is important that we use affirmations to transform our mindset, by changing how we react to hardships and bumps in the road. These 8 affirmations are reminders to keep striving towards your goals, to keep pushing towards your destiny and to never doubt the power you have within to manifest the life of your dreams. I invite you to learn more about me and how I can help you gain more passion and purpose through self-proclaiming affirmations.
Visit me at www.drmonicasnaturalbeauty.com and until next time remember:
Anything IS Possible!
Illuminating Pathways to Self-Care Mastery
Dr. Monica Riley’s life journey unfolds as a mesmerizing tale woven with resilience, ancestral wisdom, academic prowess, and an unwavering commitment to self-care—a beacon inspiring generations to embrace their essence and honor the art of self-care.
The genesis of her entrepreneurial venture traces back to the heartwarming confines of her Nana’s kitchen—a sanctuary where aromatic elixirs were brewed, and comforting scents wafted through the air. Witnessing her Nana craft healing remedies ingrained in Monica a belief that echoed through generations: “No woman should sacrifice her vim, vigor, or vitality; no matter what stage of life she’s in.” This ethos fueled the birth of Dr. Monica’s Natural Beauty, LLC, a narrative steeped in Afro-Indigenous legacy, echoing longevity, and healing traditions. Monica’s roots, deeply entwined in family wisdom spanning a century, became the cornerstone of her enterprise. Dr. Monica’s legacy transcends temporal confines, inspiring individuals to embrace their essence, stand tall in their skin, and champion self-care as an indispensable facet of life. As she ardently affirms, “Self-Care IS Healthcare,” ™—her luminary tale continues to illuminate paths for those seeking guidance and inspiration.
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