Self-Affirmation
“One word frees us from the weight and pain of life; that word is love.” –Sophocles
There was a study done that explores certain affirmations that were missing or lacking in our childhood. The absence of these words may be at the heart of our most basic fear; unconsciously we may still be seeking to hear these words from others.
Here are a few: 1. “You are good.”
2. “You are wanted.”
3. “You are loved for yourself.”
4. “You are seen for who you are.”
5. “Your needs are not a problem.”
6. “You are safe.”
7. “You will be taken care of.”
8. “You will not be betrayed.”
9. “Your presence matters.”
Reassure yourself of these things, don’t wait for someone to do it for you. Once you have reassured yourself, you will expect nothing less, and you will have the affirmation you always needed. The way you treat and value yourself is the leading example for the way others need to treat and value you.
Be Blessed
Gossiper
2 comments
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This is a really powerful message. And although I believe adults can give themselves their own self-affirmations later in life, it is more difficult to rebuild it after a turbulent childhood. But this list is a GREAT start.
Great post!
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Powerful read!