Stress is good, but too much…

Stress is a natural part of life, and moderate doses of stress can keep us focused and alert and fully engaged in the game of life. But, the current 24-hour grind of our culture can often bring mega-doses of stress that can harm the body and overwhelm us. So, we need to be mindful to manage stress effectively. An excellent tool is the practice of positive affirmations!

Happiness is the goal! Positive affirmations are a great tool to boost your happy vibes.

Proclaiming the Good!

Positive affirmations can be a helpful tool for reducing stress and helping us to enter the “rest and digest” parasympathetic zone.

Positive affirmations are statements that you repeat to yourself in order to change your thinking and behavior. When you repeat a positive affirmation, you are essentially telling your mind what you want to believe. Over time, this can help to change your subconscious mind and create new beliefs that support your goals. Learn more about the incredible effects affirmations can have on your life: https://depedtambayan.net/impact-positive-affirmations-student-success/?mc_cid=4211c64432&mc_eid=b7558f6555#Boost_Self-Efficacy_and_Academic_Performance

Relaxation and breathwork paired with positive affirmations is an amazing tonic!

Positive Affirmations:

There are many different positive affirmations that can be used for stress healing. Here are a few examples:

• I am calm and relaxed.
• I am in control of my stress.
• I am grateful for my health and well-being.
• I am safe and loved.
• I am capable of handling whatever life throws my way.
• I am happy and grateful.
• I am in a state of joy–I breathe in a smile and exhale joy!

You can choose positive affirmations that resonate with you, your beliefs and what you need. It’s important to repeat your affirmations regularly, especially when you’re feeling stressed. You can say them out loud, write them down, or even visualize them. And, it’s even better when you can take a moment to pair up your affirmations with some soothing breathwork.

Positive affirmations are not a quick fix for stress, but they can be a helpful tool for long-term healing and happiness. When you use positive affirmations consistently, you can start to see a difference in your stress levels and your overall well-being.

Happiness is under-rated, by the way–learning happiness has incredible benefits: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-happiness-boosts-the-immune-system/

Make joy a part of your daily focus!

Growing a great affirmations practice.

Here are a few tips for using positive affirmations effectively to lower stress and bring more happiness and joy to life:

• Choose affirmations that are specific, positive, and believable.
• Repeat your affirmations regularly, especially when you’re feeling stressed.
• Visualize yourself achieving your goals.
• Be patient and persistent. It takes time for positive affirmations to work their magic.

If you’re looking for a way to reduce stress and promote healing, positive affirmations can be a helpful tool. With regular use, you can start to see a difference in your stress levels and your overall well-being. And positive affirmations are just one power-tool to get your life moving in the right direction–explore chanting, prayer, yoga, humming, and intentional yawning (it’s incredibly powerful!). More here: https://www.thedeepsleepco.com/parasympathetic-nervous-system/

And are you working on a certain set of affirmations? Share those with Laura when you come in for some yoga or Thai massage! Affirmations and stress and trauma release work, like yoga and Thai massage, go together beautifully. (Schedule with Laura here: https://patient.unifiedpractice.com/awakenings-health/booking/previous-visit.)

Laura has quite a story–learn more about her healing journey: https://awakeningshealth.com/team/#laura