35 Affirmations for Self-Love
Saying affirmations—those positive phrases used to build yourself up—can feel like giving yourself a verbal hug. But finding a motto to build up your self-image or guide you through a tough situation can sometimes be tricky. After all, standing in front of the mirror and telling yourself, "I'm so beautiful and fabulous!" can feel a little…phony.
35 Positive Self-Love Affirmations to Boost Your Confidence
The most useful affirmations feel genuine and encouraging, mental health experts say. A good affirmation can "help us learn how to speak to ourselves with compassion and kindness instead of with criticism and malice," says Boca Raton, Florida-based psychologist Morgan Levy, PhD.
And that can sow the seeds for serious growth. "Affirmations help us envision greater possibilities for us, those we love, and for the world at large," explains psychotherapist and Deeper Dating podcast host Ken Page, LCSW. "They remind us of our potential and of the potential for good in our lives and in the world."
