{"id":2832,"date":"2022-05-24T11:26:17","date_gmt":"2022-05-24T11:26:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/widibi.com\/?p=2832"},"modified":"2022-05-24T11:26:20","modified_gmt":"2022-05-24T11:26:20","slug":"why-you-should-start-using-daily-affirmations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/widibi.com\/why-you-should-start-using-daily-affirmations\/","title":{"rendered":"16 Reasons Why You Should Start Using Daily Affirmations Today!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]

I\u2019ve written extensively about how to use affirmations, from how to write them<\/a> to putting them into practice<\/a>, but it\u2019s always important to take time to think not only about the how, but also the why.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve landed on this article, the chances are you already have some interest in the concept of affirmations and their power to change your life for the better. However, you might still be on the fence. After all, some of the best affirmations require time, effort, and patience.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re worried about the commitment, don\u2019t be! You can work up to more advanced techniques \u2013 your first affirmation only requires a few seconds to write and express, and you can find a quick guide in my article on starting daily affirmations<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The best part is that once you\u2019ve succeeded with one affirmation, the rest come naturally. You\u2019ll have personal proof that they work, and your confidence will grow immediately.<\/p>\n

And if that\u2019s not enough to convince you to give it a try, here are 16 more reasons why you should start using daily affirmations as part of your routine!<\/p>\n

1. They Help to Increase Self-Confidence and Self-Esteem<\/h2>\n

There are thousands of blog posts and books on self-confidence, and that\u2019s because it\u2019s such a vital component of success. After all, if you can\u2019t believe in yourself, how can you expect anyone else to?<\/p>\n

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If you decide to use morning affirmations<\/a>, you can set yourself up for success each day in advance. They can serve as reminders of how good you are at what you do, or they can be the reassuring statements that make give you conviction in whatever it is you plan to do on the day.<\/p>\n

Just remember that what you say carries weight. Even if you\u2019re talking to yourself, you mean what you say, even if that requires you to live up to your own expectations.<\/p>\n

2. They Motivate You to Take Action Towards Your Goals<\/h2>\n

Once you\u2019re in a routine with affirmations, they become a positive habit. By extension, you\u2019ll start to think ahead. No longer will you have those empty days that you just cannot wait to end.<\/p>\n

This can be particularly problematic if you\u2019re self-employed or work from home \u2013 trust me, I\u2019ve been there! When you don\u2019t have<\/em> to do anything, you might find yourself not doing anything at all. However, with affirmations, you can commit to getting things done.<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t worry about them being trivial or pointless. Remember, if you do one small task a day, that\u2019s 365 small tasks completed in a year. The results are often far more significant than what you might have achieved with a couple of bigger things!<\/p>\n

3. Positive Affirmations Encourage Positive Thinking and a More Optimistic Outlook<\/h2>\n

Affirmations are inherently positive. If you\u2019re unsure of the proper technique, take a look at my article on how to write an affirmation<\/a>. It\u2019s written from the perspective of using affirmations for manifestation<\/a>, but you don\u2019t need to worry about manifesting right now.<\/p>\n

Instead, focus on the components of a great affirmation, and look at how you have to be positive. Sure, affirmations can be negative<\/a>, but their power levels are such that they won\u2019t make any kind of significant difference in your life.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a certain degree of positivity to affirmations purely through the fact that you state \u2018I am,\u2019 or something similar. Repeat it often enough and you\u2019ll start to believe it!<\/p>\n

4. They Help to Lessen Stress and Anxiety Levels<\/h2>\n

Daily affirmations can also help your routine through the fact that they allow you to enjoy a brief moment of clarity at some point during the day.<\/p>\n

Life passes by quickly, whether you\u2019re doing something worthwhile or merely wasting time scrolling through social media. Everyone\u2019s busy in their own way, but that results in too few people taking time out to reflect or plan.<\/p>\n

You can treat the time you devote to daily affirmations as an opportunity to leave stress and businesses behind for a short time. Meanwhile, the affirmations will help you to regain focus on what really matters.<\/p>\n

5. A Daily Affirmation Can Aid in Improving Focus and Concentration<\/h2>\n

The hardest part of any day in my experience is the first. It feels like productivity breeds productivity. As a writer, that can mean writing the first few words.<\/p>\n

A friend of mine, and occasional contributor here on the site, faced the same challenge. In response, he started the 500 Word Challenge. That might seem like a lot if you\u2019re not a fan of writing, but for someone like him, it\u2019s no more than a warmup.<\/p>\n

It could be an article for one of his websites, or a passage for a book. It might be client work, or if he\u2019s suffering the dreaded writer\u2019s block, it might be complete gibberish! The point is that he makes the time and focuses to get over the hump.<\/p>\n

You don\u2019t have to write 500 words every day without fail (although you could). Daily affirmations can have the same role. Affirm that you\u2019re delighted to have achieved so much today before you\u2019ve even started, and you\u2019ll have a head start on getting things done on the day.<\/p>\n

6. They Can Increase Overall Happiness and Well-Being<\/h2>\n

Hopefully, you\u2019re happy to stick with affirmations after the first one. I\u2019ll make no bones about it \u2013 your first affirmation probably won\u2019t make you feel much different, especially in the minutes that follow.<\/p>\n

However, over time, you\u2019ll find yourself feeling an increased sense of accomplishment. It will become increasingly clear that your efforts are paying off.<\/p>\n

At that point, you\u2019ll:<\/p>\n