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Do Positive Affirmations Work?

Written by Greg Frost

Topic: Self-Esteem and Self ConfidencePublished January 17, 2008
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Our thoughts draw us to what we are thinking, and by constant repetition of positive affirmations, you can creative positive subconscious thoughts. Positive affirmations work only when they are translated into action. By conditioning your mind through positive affirmations, you are clearing out the negative thoughts, so that your dominant thoughts are of success. Why is it then that you feel that your affirmations are not working? nn nSeeing ResultsnnnThere can be many reasons why your affirmations may be ineffective for you, and the first step in making them work is in understanding the relationship between your affirmations and your emotions.n Positive affirmations may take the form of “I am going to buy a big car”. You may not see the end result immediately, but the key is in persistence. There are a few reasons why your affirmations are not working, or that they are producing limited results. You must first believe in your affirmations before it can create an impact in your life. nnnHow to Make them Worknnn1. Use Present Tensen nAlways make sure to phrase your positive affirmations in the present tense. Instead of the phrase “going to”, try using the phrase “have”. This makes your affirmation something that is happening now, rather than something that is waiting to happen in the future. nnn2. Avoid Negativity It is important to avoid negative thoughts and words in phrasing your positive affirmations. This is easier said than done, as most people make this mistake. Instead of using the affirmation “I am no longer poor”, try substituting it with a more powerful one, such as “I am well off”. This is a use of more positive words that reinforce your preferred end result, and does not carry a hint of any unwanted scenarios which may confuse the subconscious. nnn3. KISSS Another point to take note of is to keep your affirmations short, sweet and specific. Get to the point, and make it specific, so that you do not confuse your subconscious with unnecessary words. nnnLastly, the use of several techniques can help make your affirmations more effective. These include the use of constant repetition, engaging your emotions, persistence and belief. Try implementing these elements when you create your positive affirmations, looking out for your phrasing and other tips that may make them less effective. With constant practice, you can soon achieve the goals that you set out to attain.n

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