Affirmations

Affirmations are powerful because they help us counteract our inner negative dialogue. For instance, if I repeatedly tell myself, “I will become a millionaire,” that affirmation alone won’t make it happen. Action is still required—such as analyzing my assets and liabilities, increasing my assets, reducing my liabilities, and navigating challenges like unexpected expenses. However, the affirmation “I will become a millionaire” plays a crucial role because many people struggle with self-doubt. They find it hard to believe they can or deserve to achieve such a goal, which keeps them stuck in negative thought patterns.

The first step to achieving any goal is winning over your mind. If you can’t even imagine yourself as a millionaire, how can you expect to make it a reality? Affirmations have helped me shift negative self-beliefs and inner dialogue in the past. The key is to use them in ways that resonate with you personally. You don’t have to stand in front of a mirror and repeat them every morning (though that works for some).

For example, I like to decorate my walls with artwork or reminders of certain affirmations. I’ve also recorded voice memos of affirmations I care about and listened to them on repeat while driving. Sometimes, I tune in to inspirational speakers whose words align with my affirmations. I experiment with different methods because if an affirmation practice becomes too monotonous, I lose interest and stop engaging with it.

Finding creative ways to keep affirmations fresh and meaningful helps me stay focused on what matters—such as reminding myself, “Yes, I deserve to be a multi-millionaire, and yes, I can achieve it.” Sometimes, when a negative thought arises, I simply counter it by saying, “Yes, I can.” Ultimately, it’s about building the habit of recognizing and reshaping negative thoughts into empowering ones.

“Disclaimer: This post was edited with the assistance of ChatGPT.”