Affirmations-positive statements and declarations that are intended to redirect the mind and focus on optimistic thoughts and positive experience-have long been considered as tools to combat feelings of sadness and despair. Research reveals that positive affirmations provide a number of health and psychological benefits. Meanwhile, can these be effective enough to alleviate symptoms of psychopathological conditions such as depression?
An Arizona State University study has found that affirmations are the most influential part of the recovery process for depression. It may not be fully responsible for remission of symptoms, but positive psychologists advocate how these affirmations can serve as supplements to get us through the day, even for those who have been diagnosed with depression.
Powerful Affirmations to Help Us Get By
I am in control of my own thoughts and my life.
Giving up is not a choice.
Wisdom guides me.
I am strong in my weakness.
This discomfort is only temporary.
I am separate from my depression.
Today will be a gorgeous day to remember and to live.
I am needed.
The past has no power over me anymore.
I let go of anger so I can see clearly.
I am forgiving of others.
Everything works out for the highest good.
It may seem that I do not understand the good in my present situation, but it is there.
Help and guidance are there for me. I am not alone.
I fully approve of and love myself.
My mood creates a physiological response in my body. I am peaceful.
I give up the habit of criticizing myself.
I am resilient, I am a silent warrior.
I am not sick because of a lack of effort or a failure.
Life wants the best for me. I am okay with wherever I am at this present moment.
My challenges bring me better opportunities.
My depression or anxiety does not have full control over my life.