I’ve had a very busy few weeks – wedding (not mine), hen weekend (not mine either), new work project, travel each week and generally jumping from one thing to another. I have been feeling tired, fatigued even. And yes, whilst I will get myself checked, I also know that telling myself I’m tired makes me feel worse.
So I’m fixing my thoughts and turning to positive affirmations.
I’ve used affirmations more than once and I’ve absolutely seen a more positive outcome, both in how I’m feeling and things that have happened.
- When I wasn’t enjoying a previous job and was feeling a bit low in confidence and my abilities, I plastered my desk and wall area with various positive affirmations to remind myself how effective I was/am. I felt better as I entered into meetings and it spurred me on to find a different job. I still use affirmations now to combat a post-cancer dip in confidence at work.
- When I had a skin reaction that just wouldn’t go away, I went into a rabbit hole of facebook groups, reading stories of doom and that made me lose hope. So I stopped, I turned to affirmations and daily I would remind myself that I would get better and guess what? I did.
- When I’ve been nervous about doing a presentation (I do not love public speaking) – I adopt the super power pose and tell myself that I am a fantastic and engaging presenter. I have felt more confident and the presentations have gone well, better than I could have imagined.
So, I’m doing the same with my current feeling of fatigue and tiredness – I’m not ignoring any possible health conditions but I’m adopting a different approach and mindset through affirmations.
Why Affirmations Work
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They rewire our brain
Repeating affirmations helps create new neural pathways through a process called neuroplasticity. Over time, these positive statements can become our default beliefs—shifting how we think, feel, and respond to challenges. Dr Tara Swart talks about this in her book The Source.
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They quiet our inner critic
Affirmations act as a conscious counter to negative self-talk. By consistently using positive, believable phrases, we start to reduce the power of that harsh inner voice and improve our self-perception.
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They influence our behaviour and build resilience
When we affirm something positive—like “I’m confident in meetings”—our brain begins to expect that behaviour. That expectation can lead us to act differently, even in small ways. Over time, this builds emotional resilience, helping us feel more optimistic and in control.
Some Affirmations I Use & How I Use Them
I have a go-to affirmation that I repeat out loud every morning. I also write down in my journal when I feel the need and have visual reminders near work areas, or on my phone screen.
I am enough
I am worthy of what I desire
I am beautiful
I believe in myself
I can do anything I put my mind to
I am safe, I am secure
I am successful
I am love, I am loved
Money comes frequently and easily to me
I am kind to myself and others
I have the power to create change
I am worthy of respect and kindness
My needs and wants are important
Every step I take brings me closer to my goal
I am stronger than my fears
I deserve a fulfilling career
I am healthy, fit and well
I listen to what my body needs
These are not exhaustive and you can make up your own according to where you need a focus or buy some cards here.
So if you’re feeling a bit low or lacking in confidence – find your affirmation, and start saying it to yourself, you will see the transformation. To quote Louise Hay: