Why Self-Affirmations Really Work: Science Explained

The Science of Self-Affirmations (And Why They Actually Work)

The Science of Self-Affirmations (And Why They Actually Work)David R Hamilton, Ph.D. – This week’s Better You, Backed by Science explores self-affirmations – and why modern psychology now takes them seriously.

I first heard about affirmations as a teenager. My mum would repeat:

“Every day, in every way, I am getting better and better.”

That phrase came from Émile Coué, a 19th-century French apothecary-turned-psychotherapist. He noticed something intriguing: patients recovered faster when he helped them believe the remedy would work. Continue reading

How Your Reality Is Shaped with Words

How Your Reality Is Shaped with WordsAmelia Harris –  In the hustle and bustle of today’s fast-paced world, where the demands and challenges of daily life can often leave us feeling overwhelmed, it’s crucial to recognize the incredible power that our choice of words holds.

Positive affirmations, rather than being a passing trend, are a timeless and potent tool that empowers us to shape the reality we experience. In this transformative journey, we will embark on a profound exploration of the immense influence that positive affirmations can have on our lives.

Our mission is to equip you with not only the understanding but also the practical tools to harness this power for your personal growth, self-improvement, and the pursuit of your most cherished dreams. Continue reading

The Healing Power & Magic of Affirmations

Healing Power & Magic of AffirmationsDr. Judith Orloff – I adore affirmations because they are simple, quick, and effective ways to stay in your best self and reframe unproductive thoughts. I use them personally and recommend them to my patients. Affirmations are potent tools that can radically enhance the quality of your life.

I consider affirmations friends whom I can call upon when I need to regain my center, reinforce my strengths, or compassionately adjust my attitude. For empaths and all caring people, they are a crucial element of self-care. Affirmations will help you manage the challenges of being sensitive, such as taking on other people’s stress and over-giving, and to embrace the gifts, such as intuition and the joyfulness of connection. Continue reading

The Science of Affirmations

affirmationDavid R. Hamilton PhD. – My first experience of affirmations was when I was a teenager and my Mum would frequently repeat, “Every day, in every way, I am getting better and better.”

She had suffered with post natal (partum) depression in the mid-late 70s after my youngest sister was born and, as the condition wasn’t as well understood at the time, she hadn’t received the proper help she needed.

It was a self help book called, ‘The Magic Power of Your Mind’, by Walter M. Germain, which I found in a library when I was 11 years old, that taught her some things she could do to help herself, like meditation, visualization, and affirmations. These are techniques that she subsequently used for years (and still does) and have been of great help to her. Continue reading

Raise Your Consciousness at Home with Children

familyPhysical wellness among all family members is a success to be celebrated. More so if it’s the result of a deliberate family effort to make healthier choices moving forward. This very enthusiasm can also be directed towards spiritual health. The wellbeing of your family is greatly enhanced should you take steps to raise its consciousness.

Such methods include:

1. Instill positive beliefs

Instilling positive beliefs is crucial to the healthy development of your kids. Especially in a world fraught with negativity and disasters that can place a strain on your optimism. Faced with such realities, a positive outlook of the world that has been fortified over time can serve as strong armor against their effects. Reminding your children to always be positive will have a therapeutic effect on you. Continue reading