Affirmations: Do They Actually Work ?

So, let’s get into it—affirmations. You’ve probably heard the buzz: “Say it, believe it, and watch it happen!” But if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably also wondered: "Do affirmations actually work, or are we just talking to ourselves for no reason?"

I get it. You’re sitting there, repeating, “I am a money magnet” or “Love flows effortlessly to me,” and yet… your bank account hasn’t turned into a treasure chest, and Prince or Princess Charming hasn’t knocked on your door with flowers and a plane ticket to Bali...

So, what’s the deal? Are affirmations all hype, or is there something deeper going on here?

Here’s the truth: Affirmations do work—but they’re not magic spells. It’s not about saying something once or twice and expecting the universe to drop your dream life in your lap. Think of affirmations as a tool, one that rewires your mind to focus on what you want, not what you don’t want. They’re a mental workout, and just like you wouldn’t hit the gym for a day and expect rock-hard abs, you can’t just say an affirmation a few times and expect everything to change overnight.

So, how do affirmations really work?

1. They Rewire Your Brain (Seriously, Science Says So)
Let’s get nerdy for a second. Your brain is like a sponge, soaking up whatever you repeatedly tell it. It’s called neuroplasticity—your brain’s ability to form new neural connections. When you constantly say affirmations, you’re training your brain to believe those statements are true, even if they don’t feel true at first. It’s like upgrading your mental software. Over time, those new beliefs start to shape how you see the world and, more importantly, how you act in it.

For example, if you keep saying, “I am worthy of success,” guess what? You start making decisions that align with that belief. You apply for that dream job, you set healthier boundaries, you take bigger risks—because deep down, you now believe you *deserve* success. The more you reinforce these positive beliefs, the more you start seeing changes in your actions, and eventually, in your reality.

2. They Help You Focus on What You Want
Here’s the thing about your mind: it loves to focus on *something*, and if you’re not careful, it’ll latch onto your worries, fears, and doubts. Affirmations redirect that focus. Instead of obsessing over why something isn’t working or stressing about worst-case scenarios, affirmations gently guide your mind toward what you actually want to create.

Think of it like this: if you’re driving a car and you keep looking in the rearview mirror, you’re going to crash. Affirmations force you to keep your eyes on the road ahead—on where you’re going, not where you’ve been. When you’re consistently focused on abundance, love, success (whatever it is you’re affirming), you start noticing opportunities that align with those desires. You become more open to possibilities that were always there but hidden behind all the noise of doubt.

3. They Shift Your Energy (Yes, That Woo-Woo Stuff)
Alright, let’s get a little woo-woo for a moment—because honestly, it’s fun and it works. Everything is energy, including your thoughts and words. When you speak affirmations, you’re vibrating at the frequency of what you want. It’s like sending out a signal to the universe, saying, “Hey, this is what I’m available for.”

When you’re constantly affirming things like “I am abundant,” you’re not just changing your mindset—you’re changing your energy. And when your energy shifts, the world around you shifts too. People start responding to you differently, opportunities seem to pop up out of nowhere, and you attract situations that match your new, higher vibration. It’s like tuning into the right radio station—you can’t hear the music of abundance if you’re stuck on the channel of lack.

4. They Keep You Accountable
Affirmations aren’t just fluffy, feel-good statements; they’re also a way to hold yourself accountable. When you affirm something like, “I am a confident speaker,” you’re not just speaking it into existence—you’re challenging yourself to *act* like it’s already true. The next time you’re asked to give a presentation or speak up in a meeting, those affirmations nudge you to show up as the confident version of yourself.

Affirmations help close the gap between who you are now and who you’re becoming. They remind you daily of the person you want to step into, making it harder to backslide into old habits or limiting beliefs. In a way, they push you to align your actions with the life you’re affirming.

But Here’s the Catch (Because, Yes, There’s a Catch)
Affirmations alone won’t get you where you want to go. They’re powerful, but they need to be paired with belief and action. If you’re saying, “I am a millionaire,” but deep down, you don’t believe you can handle more money, or you’re not taking any steps toward financial growth, those affirmations won’t stick.

It’s like planting seeds in a garden—you can plant them, water them, and give them sunlight (that’s your affirmations), but if the soil is bad (your beliefs) or you don’t tend to them (your actions), nothing’s going to grow. So, affirmations are the start, but they work best when they’re paired with aligned actions and a belief system that supports them.

So, Do Affirmations Work? Absolutely—When You Work Them!

Affirmations are like a GPS for your life—they help guide your thoughts and energy toward the direction you want to go. But just like any GPS, you’ve got to start the engine and drive. When you combine affirmations with belief, aligned action, and a commitment to keep showing up for yourself, that’s when the magic happens.

So, go ahead—start small. Pick an affirmation that feels good to you, one that maybe stretches your belief system just a bit, but not so much that it feels impossible. And repeat it. Daily. When you catch yourself falling into old thought patterns, use your affirmation to pull yourself back. Trust that over time, those words you’re speaking will become your reality.

And hey, if you need a little boost, I’m right here cheering you on... You've got this—now go affirm your way to that dream life!