Practicing daily affirmations might seem a small change to your routine.
However research shows it can have a wide range of benefits for women (and men!), including improved intellectual performance.
They even found that self-affirmations can help women overcome the gender stereotypes that exist within society.
“I am” Affirmations for Women
Develop a positive self-view by finding the powerful “I am” affirmation that works for you:
1. I have enough. I do enough. I am enough.
2. I am a strong and confident woman
Empowering women, particularly girls, in education and the workplace is an ongoing initiative in many countries.
We’ve created a list of affirmations for kids (including a section just for girls) that you can read here.
3. I am attracting positive experiences into my life
4. I am powerful and fearless.
5. I am amazing and capable of far more than I realize
6. I am a good person
7. I am grateful for everything I have
It’s a fact that expressing gratitude each day makes you happier!
Investing in a gratitude journal is a great way to establish and maintain the daily habit.
8. I am talented in many ways
9. I am happy in all aspects of my life
10. I am drawn to everything that is good for me
Positive Affirmations for Women
Eliminating negative self-talk is proven to actually reduce stress in your life.
Try swapping it for some anxiety-relieving mantras!
Below we’ve compiled a selection of positive affirmations for women to inspire and uplift you:
1. I attract happiness into my life
2. I have everything I need to succeed
3. Even in uncertain times, I will handle it
4. I am always seeing the best possible outcome
5. I am a lucky person
“Luck might not be a genuine quality of the world at all… Luck judgments are a matter of perspective.”
This was a statement made by Bloomsberg University philosophy professor Steven Hales.
He carried out a study that concluded how lucky we feel influences our future fortunes!
6. I attract healthy relationships
7. I believe in the woman I’m becoming
8. Everything will be ok
By expecting good things to happen in the future, you’re actually working wonders for your physical and mental health.
An article published in the Clinical Practice & Epidemiology in Mental Health journal found evidence that optimistic people enjoy a higher quality of life compared to pessimists.
9. I am in control of my life and my feelings
10. I am unapologetically myself
Morning Affirmations for Women
As a woman there’s no better way to start the day than with a positive attitude!
Read our list of daily healing affirmations for women and begin your day in the right way:
1. I am too determined to be defeated
2. My goal is possible
The simple act of setting a goal is actually proven to make you more motivated, particularly if you want to get in the right headspace to work out.
However setting the right kind of goal is essential.
Process goals, for example saying “I will do a cardio workout twice this week” will lead to better results than an outcome goal such as “I will run a marathon”.
3. Today is going to be a good day
4. I am full of energy and ready to tackle the day
5. Today is filled with opportunities
6. I have slept well and I’m ready to face the day
Believing you’ve slept well, even if you haven’t, has positive effects on your performance!
However a true good night’s sleep is better.
Read our insightful articles on teas that can help with slumber or the right things to put on your plate before bed.
7. Everything is temporary
8. I stand up for what I believe in
9. I will be present in every moment
10. I choose my attitude
Self Love Affirmations for Women
1. There is no reason for me to compare myself to others
2. I am perfect just the way I am
3. My body is capable of incredible things
Yoga can be a wonderful way to move your body while enjoying a wealth of health benefits — some of which are purely for women!
Interested in getting started? There are a number of asanas that are perfect for beginners.
4. I have wonderful qualities to offer the world
5. I will look after myself
6. Self-care is not a luxury
Making time for self-care is essential for women.
It could be something as simple as talking a walk in the fresh air each day, putting your phone away for a set amount of time or keeping a mindfulness journal.
Here at The Good Body we’ve also compiled a list of self-care gifts for wellbeing and relaxation that might inspire you to kick back.
7. I accept myself unconditionally
8. My worth is not defined by my achievements
9. I am worthy of love
10. I am stronger because of my struggles
Now you have a wealth of inspiring sentiments, how about learning more about inspiring people you can follow to further uplift you?
Read our round-up of the top 10 wellbeing Instagram accounts and influencers to follow in 2022.