The Power of Positivity

And just like that we're right around the corner from a brand new year. We'll flip our calendars to a new page and celebrate new beginnings. With the drop of a ball, 2019 will welcome us in with open arms and ready or not, this year is yours! 

We're urging you to take on the new year with positivity in mind through daily affirmations. ​So, what exactly is a positive affirmation and what's the point? 

The beauty of this exercise is that it's completely specific to YOU and what you want to change or achieve. It's all too often that we get into a rut of self-deprecation. That feeling of not being good enough sometimes feels inescapable, but that's not true and we're here to help you find your inner peace. 

Let's start by identifying the areas that you want to see change in your life. Start by visualizing your ideal self and figure out what might be holding you back from that version of you. Maybe you want to be more productive at work, a better friend, or more focused on your health. We'll list out examples of how to complete your affirmations! 

Step 1: I want to be more focused on my physical health

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Once you've pinpointed what you're looking to achieve, take a moment to let yourself realize what it's going to take. 

Step 1: I want to be more focused on my health
Step 2: I will need to eat cleaner and go to Pilates and the gym more often.

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Now that you've realized what your goals will require, it's time to realize you are capable of those requirements. 

Step 1: I want to be more focused on my physical health
Step 2: I will need to eat cleaner and go to Pilates and the gym 3-4 times per week.
Step 3: I AM ready to challenge myself. I AM going to commit to myself.

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And finally, let's take those three steps and create daily affirmation to remind ourselves of what we've set out to do and what we're capable of. 

Step 1: I want to be more focused on my physical health
Step 2: I will need to eat cleaner and go to Pilates and the gym 3-4 times per week
Step 3: I AM ready to challenge myself. I AM going to commit myself.
Step 4: I am excited by new challenges. I have the power to create change. (BOOM! 2 positive affirmations to keep you going).

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Think of these affirmations as running a marathon, not a sprint. It will take time and persistence in reminding yourself to think positively. Just like building your stamina for a marathon, our minds will be building up the ability to resist negative thoughts. Write you affirmations down and stick them to your bathroom mirror or your computer at work. Remind yourself  each and everyday that YOU are in charge of your own happiness!