Remember how in my first post, one of my 11 tips for parenting with bipolar was to use positive affirmations? Well, that goes for living life with bipolar, or any mental illness, really. Positive affirmations are powerful--with practice and repetition.
My favorite technique to use with them is to pick one every morning that just resonates with me (and if one doesn't, just pick one randomly). Then whenever you have a minute throughout the day, especially if your mood takes little (or big) dive, repeat it to yourself a few times, aloud or in your head. It actually does help, and if it doesn't, it certainly doesn't hurt.
I deserve to be loved.
I will be present in every moment.
My feelings and thoughts are valid.
I forgive myself for my mistakes.
A beautiful day begins with a beautiful mindset.
I was not made to give up.
It’s okay to not know everything.
It is enough to do my best.
My feelings are only temporary.
I give myself permission to make choices.
I believe in my goals and dreams.
I will celebrate everyday wins, big and small.
There is no one better to be than myself.
I am allowed to be a work in progress.
I am enough just as I am.
I will focus on one thing at a time.
I have a purpose.
My mistakes help me learn and grow.
I am perfect just the way I am.
I give myself permission to take a break.
I stand up for what I believe in.
I will not settle for less than I deserve.
I will visualize my highest self and start showing up as her.
Despite any challenges, I will persevere.
I am capable of amazing things.
I can get through anything.
I can do better next time.
My strengths are greater than my struggle.
I choose to focus on what I can change.
I am capable of so much.
I let go of toxic and negative thoughts.
I will be the best version of myself.
I can be anything I want to be.
I accept who I am.
Today I will look fear in the face and smile.
I will speak kindly and respectfully to myself.
It is enough to do my best.
My positive thoughts create positive feelings.
I am not broken.
My confidence grows when I step outside my comfort zone.
I believe in myself and my abilities.
Today I choose to be confident.
Every part of me is beautiful.
I am whole.
I know my potential.
Today I will keep my gaze on the sunshine.
I use my failures as a stepping stone.
I am worthy of good things.
Good things are going to come to me.
I am choosing empowering thoughts.
I am confident and courageous.
I am on this planet for a reason.
I do not need to be fixed.
I embrace change.
Today I will set boundaries and stick to them.
I am grateful for all that I have.
I am growing as a person every day.
I choose my own attitude.
I am in charge of my life.
I do not fear the fire; I am the fire.
I am free to make my own choices.
Today I will make a difference just by showing up.
I am always learning and growing.
I get better every single day.
All of my problems have solutions.
My challenges help me grow.
I am a magnet for good things.
Everything will be okay.
I have value as a person.
I am not what others think of me.
I am capable of so much.
Today is going to be an awesome day.
I don’t fail; I learn and win.
I choose to see the positive, even in tough times.
If I fall, I will get back up again.
No one can make me feel inferior.
I can make a difference.
I can and I will.
Today I will let go of fear.
I am on the right track.
I have the power to change my story.
I am safe and secure.
I am beautiful inside and out.
I am blessed.
Today I am a leader.
I am perfect just the way I am.
I can do anything.
I choose faith over fear.
I matter.
I have the power to make my dreams come true.
I am in charge of my life.
Every day is a fresh start.
I only compare myself to myself.
I am open and ready to learn.
My positive thoughts create positive feelings.
Today I will act with intent.
Today I will walk through my fears.
Today is full of possibilities.
I will stay away from negative forces in my life.
My potential is unlimited.
As an added bonus, here is a FREE PDF with 16 affirmation cards, with 4 blank ones for you to write your own!
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