Help the children in your life uplift themselves with these affirmations for kids
Affirmations are simple sentences that we can repeat to set intentions and to uplift and support ourselves. They can help us when things get tough, and can feel like a comforting pat on the back on hard days.
And they really do work, with research into this technique first starting in the 80s and a recent study from 2016 finding MRI evidence that suggests particular neural pathways are increased when people practice self-affirmation tasks.
As children navigate through life, working out who they are, where their values lie, and learning more about the world around them, they’ll inevitably come up against challenges. Affirmations are a simple way to help them develop resilience, determination, and self-compassion.
Here, we’re sharing 50 affirmations to help kids built confidence:
1. I am creative
2. I am kind
3. I deserve to be treated with respect
4. I am smart
5. I respect other people’s opinions
6. I am ready to learn
7. If I have a problem I can ask for help
8. I am proud of myself
9. I am safe
10. It’s OK not to get things right on the first try
11. I am interesting
12. I have exciting ideas
13. I deserve to be listened to
14. It’s OK to say no if I’m uncomfortable
15. I can overcome difficult things
16. My feelings matter
17. If things don’t go as planned, I will try again
18. Being myself is enough
19. My difficult feelings won’t last forever
20. It’s OK to need help
21. I treat people the way I want to be treated
22. I am strong
23. I respect my feelings
24. I am still growing and learning
25. Challenges can help me learn
26. I am honest
27. I will try my best
28. I accept myself for who I am
29. It’s OK to not have all the answers
30. I can do the things I put my mind to
31. I will do better next time
32. I deserve to be happy
33. I am loved
34. I don’t need to compare myself to others
35. I am calm and relaxed
36. I am determined
37. I treat myself with the kindness I give to others
38. I am confident
39. Each day is a fresh start
40. I am imaginative
41. I can create solutions
42. I forgive myself for my mistakes
43. I am talented
44. My voice is important
45. I respect other people’s boundaries
46. I have good ideas
47. I can make a difference
48. I can stay calm when I’m upset
49. I take care of my body
50. I am joyful
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