Affirmations

Intention:

Simply said, an affirmation is a positive assertion. Solemn declarations are also called affirmations. When we affirm something, we express a firm belief in that idea.

Creeds are statements used by religions and other organized groups. The self-help section in bookstores and libraries is full of affirmations. Some use affirmations in psychotherapy to strengthen certain beliefs and inspire constructive behaviors. It is believed that by repeating statements, the ideas they contain are strengthened, while opposing beliefs are weakened. We can affirm what we believe or wish to believe about ourselves, other people, life, etc.

Since affirmations can represent helpful sources of inspiration, we’re invited to list some of our prized affirmations.

Instruction:

Write or copy affirmation statements that are meaningful to you. Include well-known, modified, as well as original affirmations that resonate with your beliefs and aspirations.

You may also incorporate related illustrations and reflections.

Here we offer some guiding questions.

Inspection:

·       How do you select which affirmations to include in your collection?

·       What personal, educational, and social experiences have contributed to the beliefs you affirm?

·       What personal, family, or cultural traditions inspire your affirmations?

·       What religious, spiritual, or transcendental traditions inspire your affirmations?

·       When and for what do you use affirmations?

·       When do you recommend affirmations to others?

·       What emotions are elicited when you state these affirmations?

·       What are your beliefs about the value and power of affirmations?