Using positive affirmations:
Learn how to make daily positive affirmations a part of your life.
If using positive affirmations is new to you , then stay tuned because I will answer some of your most important questions about positive affirmations right here on this page. I will answers questions like, How affirmations work, why they work, What the benefits of affirmations are as well as how to use them and rules for writing affirmations Let‘s get started, shall we.
What is an affirmation?
An affirmation, simply put, is a statement that we say to ourselves on a regular basis. Some of these affirmations are positive, some are negative. Did you know that for most people, 90% of their thoughts are negative? Do you fall into this category? If so, don’t worry, using positive affirmations can change that.
Can you see how this negative thinking could be holding you back? Everything that happens in life starts with a single thought. Wouldn’t it make since to make sure those thoughts are positive? Of course it would.
So, for the short answer, an affirmation is everything you think or say.
How do positive affirmations work?
When you are using positive affirmations it is giving your mind something solid to focus on and by repeating these affirmations, you are drilling these positive statements into your subconscious mind. The subconscious mind then starts “filtering” your reality or altering your reality by bringing people and opportunities into your life so that the affirmations become true statements and match up to your reality by way of the law of attraction.
Yes, I said it, it’s a law just like gravity.(scientifically tested, just like gravity.) Have you heard of quantum physics? O.K. then, enough said.
How quickly can I expect results when using positive affirmations?
When you choose to start using positive affirmations, the subconscious is forced to either avoid the new statements or reevaluate your old beliefs. If you say or think a positive statement only once or twice it is easy for your subconscious mind to avoid it because more than likely your current negative belief has been thought or said many times over. If, however, the statement is repeated often enough as a daily positive affirmation, the subconscious mind is forced to reassess the current belief.
Experts say that it takes 30 days to create a new habit or stop a bad one. It would come to reason then, that when changing your current belief system by using positive affirmations, the same rule would apply. However, some affirmation statements may not be as far from your current belief as you think, and for those affirmations you are likely to see results sooner, but the general rule is 30 days.
O.K, but how do I use them?
Positive affirmations need to be repeated often so that the subconscious mind can go to work on changing your current belief system. It is best to say your affirmations out loud to yourself several times a day on a daily basis. You may think these positive thoughts or affirmations as well, but I would only use this method as a supplement to saying them out loud not as the rule.
Is there anything I can do to make using positive affirmations more successful?
Boy, you’re good! You know all the right questions to ask. The answer to your question is yes. As a matter of fact there are some rules to saying and writing affirmations. Remember, you are changing your current negative belief system, you may have had for years, and that takes some work. Don’t worry, these rules are simple and easy to follow.
Rule #1:Make it personal.
You have to make the affirmation personal. What I mean is use the word “I” not “you” it’s o.k to be selfish here. This IS all about you.
EXAMPLE If you say “I am a money magnet and money is flowing to me freely” that is what the universe will deliver. However if you say “you are a money magnet“, then you are just giving it away.
Rule #2: Make it positive.
The affirmation you use needs to be a positive statement. Your subconscious listens very carefully and gives you what you need according to these statements. If the statement is negative that is what your subconscious will focus on.
EXAMPLE: If you say “ I am thin and look great in my skinny jeans.” then the universe will start putting things in place to make this true. If you say” I am losing weight every day.” Then the universe must also make that true but, this is were it gets tricky. To make this true, the universe has to give you weight you can lose. So, while you may be losing weight it may not appear as such because as you lose it the universe gives you more so you can lose weight everyday. Be careful what you ask for you may just get it!
Rule #3: Use present tense statements
When you create your affirmation be sure that the statement represents the present tense not something in the future. The universe responds to NOW. If your statement represents the future that is were it will remain.
EXAMPLE: If you say “I am rich” the universe has to respond to make this true. If you say “ I will be rich” The universe says ok you will be but you’re not, and that’s how it shall be. The problem with that is, it is always now and not then. Get the picture?
Rule#4: Make your statements believable.
A powerful aspect of positive affirmations is the belief you have in them. Without belief, without faith your affirmations are worthless. Remember your bible lessons? “If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can move mountains.”
EXAMPLE: If you can’t run to the mail box you probably will have a hard time believing you can run a marathon. If you would like to get there, maybe you could start by running around the block. So your affirmation would be “I am easily and effortlessly running around the block.” Not “I am running a marathon.” After you have conquered running around your block you will have gained a little more faith and can stretch yourself a little further. Maybe you can start to believe you can run a marathon or maybe your belief system is running a mile next. Only you will know.
Rule#5: Keep it simple
Don’t over complicate your affirmation statements. What I mean is, don’t ramble on for an hour. An affirmation should take no longer that 30 seconds to recite. The shorter the better. As long as it addresses your needs.
EXAMPLE: If you desire to be pregnant, your affirmation might be “ I am pregnant.” or “ Thank you, God for the baby that is now growing inside of me.” Which ever feels good to you but, not “ I am pregnant and in nine months I will have a happy and healthy baby with ten fingers and ten toes.” That’s a little much for your brain to process all at once.
Lets wrap it up
Using positive affirmations can have a drastic effect on your world, but there are some rules you need to follow in order to get the most out of your daily affirmations. So lets do a quick recap. Your positive affirmations…
- Are statements you make that are positive.
- Do work, It’s a law.
- You need to commit to at least 30 days before you will know for yourself.
- Must be personal.
- Must be positive to get positive results.
- Need to be stated in the present tense.
- Need to be simple.
Well, I hope you found this page on using positive affirmations helpful. Now, check out some sample affirmations and start putting them to use in your own life.
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