Positive Self Love Affirmations You’ll Want to Do Daily

In the pursuit of self-love, it’s essential to recognize that affirmations for self-love can be a powerful tool to help us navigate this never-ending journey. Self-love is not always easy, and it can be a challenging road to travel. However, by incorporating positive affirmations into our daily lives, we can learn to accept and love ourselves more fully, even in the face of self-doubt and criticism. While every person’s journey towards self-love is unique, affirmations for self-love can be an excellent starting point for anyone looking to cultivate a stronger sense of self-love and acceptance.

But that’s exactly what makes self-love so beautiful. That it’s there entirely for yourself, to give to yourself at all times, in whatever ways suit you best; whether that’s when you need a little confidence boost, a more grounded belief that you ARE enough, or simply an extra dose of tender loving care. You can give it all to yourself.

You can see self-love like flowers. If you plant the seeds and water and give them sunlight every day, you’ll soon be watching them blossom, seeing your garden bloom, and learning to fall unconditionally in love with yourself. More self-love, more beautiful blooms.

One of the ways in which to nurture your self-love garden is to start saying positive affirmations that allow you to finally acknowledge all the truly amazing things about yourself. These are the things that get overlooked and forgotten all too easily when you trip and fall into a hole of negativity and self-loathing. In these times, self-love affirmations are the ray of sunshine under every cloud, a ritual that lets your light shine bright.

Words are the key

The way we speak to ourselves matters. A great deal – more than we probably give it credit for. That’s because our minds tend to accept as unquestioned truth what we repeatedly tell ourselves. Positive or negative, the words we speak dictate what we do, or feel able to do, what we think about ourselves, and the energy we put out into the world.

As humans, this is more often negative rather than positive, and we tend to be highly critical of ourselves. That’s because we are wired with a negativity bias, meaning that we register, cling to and dwell on negative events, beliefs and information, more so than positive information, even when it’s of equal weight.

Think about receiving comments or feedback for something you’ve done – the criticism hurts and lasts longer than the praise. And it’s a similar idea for what we tell ourselves – we dwell on the negative beliefs about ourselves.

Just like with the feedback from others, these beliefs hurt us, they stick around and this self-criticism becomes ingrained.

Ever had thoughts of “I’m not good enough”, “I can’t do that”, “I’m useless”, or “Nobody loves me”? No matter what you achieve or what recognition you receive, nothing you do could make you happy about yourself?

Or if you’ve felt happy, you’ve shut the positive feelings down, and told yourself you don’t deserve happiness? But pause a second and think. Would you say these kinds of things to your best friend?

Telling yourself such things allows these unhelpful core beliefs to take hold; to limit you, to talk you out of exciting opportunities, or to hold you back from reaching your true potential.

It also tells the universe that this is the life you’re willing to accept for yourself by the energy that you give out – we can’t possibly radiate love and positivity if you can’t give yourself your own love.

It’s easy to convince ourselves that those unhelpful beliefs are the truth, that this is our value, and to stay caught up in a spiral of self-resentment and negative self-talk.

Especially when our learned state is to have a very low self-esteem, or to believe that being self-confident is somehow arrogant. But this is NOT the life we want nor are willing to accept for ourselves.

If you’re stuck in that self-loathing spiral right now, believe us when we say that it IS possible to fall in love with yourself and to reach a more sustainable place of inner peace and happiness.

Why self-love affirmations work?

Just as the way we talk to ourselves negatively has damaging effects, talking to ourselves positively is equally and beautifully powerful. After all, you are your own best friend, so speak to her like you would your bestie and you’ll be well on your way to a blooming self-love garden!

Self-love affirmations are a powerful tool for helping take us out of this spiral and rewiring our subconscious mind to return to our true value and sense of self-worth.

Speaking positive affirmations has the effect of confirming it out loud to ourselves, and reminds the universe that this positive energy is what we choose to embrace for ourselves!

That’s why through a conscious and active practice of self-love affirmations, we can switch up our mindset. Think of it as brain training – leading your subconscious away from the negative affirmations towards cultivating a positive inner dialogue. It’s not an easy journey, but an exciting one! Anything that can lead to the best version of yourself is an exciting prospect!

Affirmations are encouraging, inspiring and motivational – we ARE loved, we deserve to be successful and we CAN live the life of our dreams! They remind us of the things that we can, and do, love about ourselves.

The more we say them, the more we will start to believe them so that our natural state will be to feel a sense of worthiness and self-compassion.

It’s a process and it won’t happen straight away, but eventually, we can rewire our neural pathways so that our natural default is to be more self-assured, more compassionate and gentler with ourselves.

The more self-love we speak to ourselves, the more self-love we can feel for ourselves. It will also help your mind to be more accepting of the fact that you deserve love, and therefore more able to accept love in your own life. Less judgmental, more self-accepting.

And the more self-belief and love we have, the more we can align ourselves with our highest potential. It’s time we let that garden bloom, time we saw the flowers blossom in all their colors, and let their beauty uplift and ignite an inner smile!

Overcoming the barriers to accepting self-love

It can feel challenging to start

Practicing self-love, and cultivating your blooming garden, takes dedicated time, and it takes practice too. Let’s face it, growing a beautiful garden of flowers is no mean feat, nor is standing in front of the mirror, looking at yourself and saying, “I am beautiful” or “I accept myself exactly as I am”, and actually believing it.

 It can feel selfish. It can feel false and phony. Sometimes, depending on the stage you’re at in your journey of self-love, saying big statements like this can feel embarrassing, even shameful.

These are new actions you’re taking towards the person you want to become. It’s inevitable that anything new always brings with it a certain uneasiness or uncomfortable feelings. Sit with it, and feel it when it comes. But you can learn to overcome the embarrassment with practice – say your affirmations through the embarrassment until you eventually lose those inhibitions.

 However, the feeling of shame can be more difficult. Shame can bring up some resistance, and sometimes it can actually create a bigger gap between the place your mind is currently at and reaching self-love, if the affirmations you’re saying bear no resonance for you.

It can make you feel like you should punish yourself, because you “should” feel like that, or it can make you feel even more out of touch with yourself than you realized, because you’re not actually feeling any of the things you’re telling yourself are apparently true. In this instance, it’s all too easy to view affirmations as “just another thing you’re no good at”.

But here’s where affirmations actually become even more relevant. Take a deep breath, move through the shame, and actually use your affirmations to take you out of the criticism loop and back to remembering that it’s okay to be at whatever stage you’re at.

Here, relevant affirmations for self might be “I am willing to learn and grow”, “I choose to treat myself with kindness and compassion“, “I accept wherever I am at right now and know that I will make progress”.

Tailor your talk

That’s why it’s important that you tailor your affirmations to suit wherever you’re at now, and keep tailoring them as you become more self-assured, less embarrassed by the big things, and you really start to feel and believe what you’re saying.

Part of self-love means learning to be kind, forgiving and accepting of yourself.

That means meeting yourself wherever you are, because right now, you’re doing your best and you’re where you’re meant to be.

Remember what we said at the beginning? Self-love is an ongoing journey, with no right or wrong route and no defined start or end point. Your starting point can be right here, right now, and that’s more than good enough!

Self-love radiates love to others

It’s also important to remind yourself that self-love and affirmations of self-love are not selfish, either. Loving yourself wholeheartedly helps you be more able to love others more fully, more compassionately and also to be able to accept and cherish the love of others more easily.

So in working on yourself lovingly, you’re inherently working on your relationships with others, and putting a more loving version of yourself out into the world.

Self-love affirmation routine

A daily practice is the most effective way of integrating self-love affirmations into your mindfulness or self-care routine. We deserve to practice self love every day in any capacity, but positive affirmations for self are particularly effective when they’re done every single day.

With a practice of daily affirmations, you’ll slowly start to feel a release of the negative and limiting self-beliefs, an increase in self-confidence, an appreciation of your true self worth, and your new natural response to life’s events becoming more positive. Self-love will become second nature!

Consistency is key

The more you practice, the more your flowers, your self-love, will flourish. Remember – repetition trains our mind that they’re the truth, so saying them every single day is the best way to persuade your inner self that you are deserving of all the love.

But if you miss a day or two, don’t worry, or punish yourself. Progress is not linear, and it’s important to remind yourself of that. Just don’t lose the habit, because it’s all too easy to fall back into old negative belief patterns without consistency. Simply lean right back into it when you can.

Here’s how to get started with your self-love practice:

Find the affirmations that resonate

To begin with, pick one or two affirmations that really target something you want to work on learning to love. Tailor them to fit exactly your situation. This will help them feel in-touch with your inner self, and less unrelatable or irrelevant.

Say them whenever and wherever they suit

Select a time of day to say them that fits best into your daily routine. That might be the morning, so that you can set up your day, and anything that happens during it, with a positive mindset. It might be the evening, just before you go to bed, if you’re more of a reflective person.

This can help you affirm the positive of what you achieved with your day and leave the affirmations fresh in your mind, working their magic while you sleep.

It might even be during your lunch break while you’re at work, as a way of taking your mind out of the office and reminding yourself that you are so much more than your abilities in the workplace – especially if you’ve had a particularly challenging task you’ve been working on, or you’ve received difficult comments from colleagues. The time of day doesn’t matter so much; it’s the consistency that does.

You can say them anywhere, as you move or in front of the mirror, write them down in a self-love journal or make them part of your journaling practice, recite them, create a mantra, sing them…whatever works for you! If it helps, bring them with you, or stick them on your mirror using sticky notes.

Then every time you look in the mirror, you’ll have a quick reminder of your affirmations without having even needed to give it a thought!

 Feel the feelings, embody the beliefs

Try starting with a few daily positive affirmations that deal with self-limiting beliefs you feel need work on. This will help make the practice feel less overwhelming and more approachable.

Work on those consistently, and then once you feel you’re able to truly embody them, select another few that target a different belief you’d like to change, or introduce new positive thoughts you’d like to remind yourself of each day.

Keep doing this to develop your self-belief exponentially. The sky is truly the limit here – there really never is a finishing point!

So the key here is:

Say them – feel them – believe them – embody them

Self-love affirmations to help you become your best self

We’ve listed a few powerful self-love affirmations to get you started.

 Positive affirmations for self

I accept myself exactly as I am.

I love who I am and who I am becoming.

I am worthy of love and respect, and I treat myself with kindness and compassion.

I trust myself to make decisions that are in my best interest.

I am grateful for my unique qualities and strengths.

I choose to focus on the positive aspects of myself and my life.

I am proud of myself and all that I have accomplished.

I am deserving of happiness, love, and success.

I am confident in my ability to overcome challenges and obstacles.

I am enough just as I am, and I don’t need to change to be loved or accepted.

I am grateful for everything that has made me the person I am today.

I choose to prioritize my own well-being and take care of myself every day.

Self-loving affirmations for those just starting out – slightly gentler

I am deserving of love, respect and compassion, just as I am.

I am willing to learn and grow, and I give myself permission to make mistakes.

I choose to treat myself with kindness and patience as I embark on this journey of self-love.

I embrace my imperfections and acknowledge that they make me unique and special.

I trust that I have the strength and resilience to overcome any obstacle.

I am open to receiving love and support from others, as well as from myself.

I choose to let go of negative self-talk and replace it with positive affirmations.

I am grateful for all that I have and all that I am, and I choose to focus on the good in my life.

I am capable of creating a life of joy, fulfilment, and abundance, and I trust myself to make it happen.

I am ready and willing to love and accept myself fully, just as I am.

Affirmations affirmations for self-love: Health

I love my body and treat it with respect by giving it nourishing food and exercise.

I am grateful for my body’s ability to heal and support me in all that I do.

I trust my body’s wisdom and listen to its needs.

My self-worth is not based on my body or my appearance.

I honour my body’s need for rest and take breaks when I need to.

I release all negative thoughts and beliefs about my body and focus on its positive aspects.

I am worthy of good health and vitality, and I choose to prioritize my health every day.

I am grateful for my body’s resilience and ability to bounce back from illness or injury.

I trust that my body knows how to heal itself and I support it with loving care.

I choose to view my body as my ally and work in partnership with it to achieve my best health.

Affirmations for self confidence and self esteem

I am confident in my abilities and trust that I can achieve my goals.

I believe in myself and my potential to succeed.

I am proud of myself and all that I have accomplished.

I radiate confidence and self-assurance in everything I do.

I release all self-doubt and embrace my inner strength and power.

I am worthy of respect and admiration and I carry myself with confidence and grace.

I am capable of handling any challenge that comes my way.

I trust my instincts and make decisions with confidence and clarity.

I am deserving of success and recognition for my hard work and achievements.

I choose to focus on my strengths and talents, and use them to create a fulfilling and rewarding life.

I celebrate me and all of my progress – big and small, everything is a victory.

I am uniquely me, and I have a unique and valuable contribution to make in this world.

Affirmations affirmations for self-love: Career

I am worthy of a fulfilling and successful career.

I trust my skills and abilities and know that I have something valuable to offer.

I am confident in my career choices and trust that they will lead me to where I want to be.

I am open to new opportunities and experiences that will help me grow and develop in my career.

I believe in myself and my potential to achieve great things in my career.

I am grateful for the work that I do and the positive impact that it has on others.

I choose to focus on my strengths and talents and use them to excel in my career.

I am deserving of recognition and rewards for my hard work and dedication.

I trust my intuition and make decisions with confidence and clarity.

I am committed to creating a career that is aligned with my values, passions, and purpose.

Affirmations affirmations for self-love: Finance

I am worthy of financial abundance and prosperity.

I trust myself to make wise financial decisions that support my long-term goals and values.

I release all fears and worries about money and embrace a positive, abundant mindset.

I am grateful for the financial resources that I have and choose to use them wisely.

I am capable of creating a life of financial security and stability.

I choose to live within my means and make responsible choices that support my financial well-being.

I trust that I am capable of earning and managing money in a way that aligns with my values and beliefs.

I am deserving of financial independence and freedom, and I work towards achieving it every day.

I believe in my ability to live a fulfilling and abundant life, both financially and otherwise.

Affirmations affirmations for self-love: Mental wellbeing

I prioritize my mental health and well-being every day.

I am deserving of peace, happiness, and inner calm.

I release all negative thoughts and beliefs and embrace positive, empowering affirmations.

I trust that I am capable of overcoming any mental health challenges that come my way.

I am grateful for the support and resources that are available to help me maintain good mental health.

I choose to practice self-compassion and kindness towards myself, especially during difficult times.

I am worthy, regardless of my mental health struggles.

I believe in my ability to heal and recover from any mental health issues I may face.

I am open to seeking help and support when I need it, without shame or guilt.

I trust that I am strong, resilient, and capable of creating a life of mental and emotional wellness.

Affirmations affirmations for self-love: Forgiveness & healing

I am worthy of forgiveness and healing, and I choose to extend it to myself and others.

I release all past hurts and resentments, and choose to move forward with love and compassion.

I am committed to my own healing and growth, and choose to let go of anything that no longer serves me.

I choose to see myself and others with love and understanding, even in challenging situations.

I am grateful for the opportunities for forgiveness and healing that come my way.

I am open to receiving love and support from others as I work towards my own healing and growth.

I trust in the power of forgiveness and healing to transform my life and relationships.

I am deserving of a life that is full of joy, peace, and fulfilment, and I choose to create it through forgiveness and healing.

I am capable of experiencing deep healing and forgiveness, and I trust that it is already happening in my life.