Positive Affirmations: 100 Affirmations for Every Day
Affirmations are short, positive statements you repeat to yourself. They work best when they feel believable.
Pick a few that feel right, write them somewhere you'll see them, and say them out loud.
Everyday affirmations
- I am doing my best, and that is enough.
- Today is a fresh start.
- I can do hard things.
- I choose to focus on what I can control.
- Good things are coming my way.
- I deserve rest.
- I am allowed to take up space.
- I'm proud of how far I've come.
- I am learning and growing every day.
- This feeling will pass.
Confidence
- I trust myself.
- My voice matters.
- I am capable and strong.
- I believe in my abilities.
- I don't need to be perfect to be worthy.
- I bring something unique to the table.
- I am braver than I feel.
Calm and anxiety
- I am safe right now.
- I breathe in calm and breathe out tension.
- One step at a time.
- I can handle whatever comes.
- My thoughts are not facts.
- It's okay to slow down.
Work
- I add value.
- I'm good at what I do.
- Mistakes help me learn.
- I set healthy boundaries.
- I can ask for help.
Kids' affirmations
- I am kind.
- I am clever.
- I can try new things.
- I am loved.
- I'm a good friend.
- It's okay to make mistakes.
Key things to remember
- Use the present tense: 'I am', not 'I will be'.
- Stick affirmations on a mirror or set them as phone reminders.
- If one feels false, soften it: 'I'm learning to…'
Frequently asked questions
Do positive affirmations work?
Many people find they help with mood and confidence, especially when they feel believable and are used regularly.
How do you use affirmations?
Repeat a few daily, out loud or written, ideally at the same time each day.
What is a good example of positive affirmations?
"I am doing my best, and that is enough." is one of 34 examples on this page. Pick the one closest to the tone you want, then add a specific detail of your own - a shared memory, a date, a name - so it reads as yours rather than copied.
Can I copy these messages word for word?
Yes. Everything on this page is free to copy, print and read out - no permission or credit needed. Changing one detail so it fits the person is all we would suggest.
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