Carmen Harra, Ph.D.

99 Affirmations That Will Change Your Life

An affirmation is an assertion that something is true. The word comes from the Latin verb "affirmare," originally meaning "to make steady, strengthen." Affirmations do indeed strengthen us by helping us believe in the potential of an action which we desire to manifest. When we affirm our dreams and ambitions, we are instantly empowered because we feel a deep sense of reassurance that what we’re saying will come true.

Affirmations work in reality by rewiring our brains. Much like exercise, they raise the level of feel-good hormones and push our brains to form new clusters of "positive" neurons. Life truly stems from our thoughts: we are what we think. But the world cannot rely on only thoughts. We must translate our thoughts into words and, eventually, into actions, in order to make our intentions come true. This means we have to be very careful with our words; we must choose to speak only those words which cultivate our highest good and work towards our benefit. Affirmations help purify our thoughts and restructure the dynamic of our brains so that we can truly begin to think that nothing is impossible. In the sequence of thought-speech-action, affirmations play an integral role in changing our lives by breaking patterns of negative speech.

When we utter a sound, a sound wave is emitted from our mouths. This sound wave literally pierces through the air and becomes a real object. Therefore, it exists in the universe, but is invisible to the naked eye. Sound waves interact with the delicate dynamic of the universe: the energetic tides of the universe sway based on sound waves. In other words, what you speak will influence the balance of the universe either in your favor or not in your favor. If this holds true, why not bring the universe on your side instead of pushing it away from you? If you constantly say “I can't,” the energy of the sound waves of your words pushes the universal force away from you. But if you say “I can!” then the universe endows you with the abilities to make it happen.

The art of the spoken word is critical in crafting your future. You influence the universe word by word. You can dictate to it your own future. And it will listen. So speak away; relinquish your fears and purge your anger, predict your own future and live up your potential with affirmations.

To help you, I present you with a long list of affirmations to pick and choose from. I want you to speak the five affirmations which are most important to you each day. You can recite your five favorite affirmations at any time and as often as you'd like. Do try to say them in the morning as you get ready for your day and in the evening as you're winding down. The combinations and possibilities are endless! Enjoy!

• 1.) I am forever protected by Spirit.
• 2.) I am free from any physical, mental, or spiritual harm.
• 3.) I am the architect of my life; I choose how to build it.
• 4.) I have full power over my decisions and I trust that Spirit will guide me to make the best decisions.
• 5.) Today, I am brimming with energy and overflowing with joy.
• 6.) I am achieving every ambition I have ever set out to achieve.
• 7.) My body is healthy; my mind is brilliant; my soul is tranquil.
• 8.) I am free from illness or disease; my body is clean.
• 9.) I breathe pure, fresh air which replenishes my entire body.
• 10.) I eat wholesome food which nourishes my body to health.
• 11.) I am superior to any negative thought or low action.
• 12.) My family members and friends love and care about me.
• 13.) I am making peace with those whom I have argued with.
• 14.) I have been given endless talents which I start to utilize today.
• 15.) I am slim, trim, and in perfect shape.
• 16.) Today, I conquer my fears once and for all.
• 17.) I am too strong to give in to any temptation.
• 18.) When faced with the choice to do right or wrong, I always pick right.
• 19.) I forgive those who have harmed me in my past and I peacefully detach from them.
• 20.) A flowing river of patience and compassion washes away my anger.
• 21.) I show compassion even to those who do not show it to me.
• 22.) I embrace the three L’s: love, life, and light.
• 23.) I am guided in my every step by my Creator who leads me towards what I must know and do.
• 24.) (If you’re married:) My spouse loves me unconditionally.
• 25.) I possess the qualities necessary to be extremely successful.
• 26.) (For business owners:) My business is growing, expanding, and thriving.
• 27.) (For business owners:) Today, many new customers will seek my products and services.
• 28.) My finances are abundant.
• 29.) Creative energy surges through me and leads me to new and brilliant ideas.
• 30.) My work is undoubtedly amazing.
• 31.) My pets are healthy, content, and will live long lives.
• 32.) The world around me will improve and justice will prevail.
• 33.) I base my happiness on my own accomplishments and the blessings I’ve been given.
• 34.) My future will be an ideal projection of what I envision now.
• 35.) I am responsible, timely, and tidy.
• 36.) (For those who are unemployed:) I deserve to be employed and paid well for my time, efforts, and ideas.
• 37.) Each day, I am closer and closer to finding the perfect job for me.
• 38.) Though these times are difficult, they are only a short phase of life.
• 39.) I command respect from those around me.
• 40.) My valuables and important assets are well protected.
• 41.) I am courageous and I stand up for myself.
• 42.) My thoughts are filled with positivity and peace.
• 43.) My life is plentiful with prosperity.
• 44.) Today, I change my old habits and take up new ones.
• 45.) My mind is a haven of harmonious intentions.
• 46.) Many people look up to me and recognize my worth; I am admired.
• 47.) Heaven lives within me.
• 48.) Happiness is a choice; today I choose to be happy.
• 49.) I am blessed with health.
• 50.) I am blessed with an incredible family and wonderful friends.
• 51.) I acknowledge my own self-worth; my confidence is soaring.
• 52.) I feel the universe embrace me with its comforting force.
• 53.) I can do anything I put my mind to.
• 54.) A great today will be replaced by an even better tomorrow.
• 55.) I own every beautiful object I’ve ever dreamt to own.
• 56.) I live in a gorgeous, spacious home that’s perfect for me.
• 57.) Everything that is happening now is for my ultimate good.
• 58.) I am learning, living, and thriving each day.
• 59.) I am a powerhouse; I am indestructible.
• 60.) My potential to succeed is infinite.
• 61.) My capacity to learn is immeasurable.
• 62.) My ability to conquer my challenges is limitless.
• 63.) Stress is leaving my body; I am stress-less.
• 64.) I am meeting an incredible, new person.
• 65.) I bring joy to others each day.
• 66.) My efforts are being supported by the universe.
• 67.) My dreams are manifesting into reality before my very eyes.
• 68.) My children are smart, healthy, and happy!
• 69.) My business negotiations are fruitful and lucrative.
• 70.) My family bond is unbreakable.
• 71.) I am in love; I feel an overwhelming wave of love take over.
• 72.) A large amount of money is being given to me.
• 73.) My wisdom is profound; I know exactly what I must do.
• 74.) My karma is healed; my past is healed.
• 75.) My perfect partner is coming into my life.
• 76.) My marriage is becoming stronger, deeper, and more stable each day.
• 77.) I'm taking action to resolve my karma.
• 78.) I radiate beauty and charm.
• 79.) Today, good prevails over evil.
• 80.) My addiction is quickly diminishing; I’m greater than it.
• 81.) I am conquering my disease, I am defeating it.
• 82.) I stand tall against my opponents.
• 83.) My beautiful journey has just begun.
• 84.) Pure are my intentions; clear is my path.
• 85.) My path is divinely carved towards greatness.
• 86.) My obstacles are moving out of my way.
• 87.) I wake up today with strength in my heart and clarity in my mind.
• 88.) My loved ones on the other side are watching over me and supporting me each day.
• 89.) My fears of tomorrow are simply melting away.
• 90.) I put my faith and trust in all-powerful Spirit.
• 91.) I am at peace with all that has happened, is happening, and will happen.
• 92.) My connection to Spirit is growing each day.
• 93.) My nature is Divine; I am a spiritual being.
• 94.) I banish my anger and replace it with love.
• 95.) I am wise, evolved, and calm.
• 96.) My soul is one with Spirit.
• 97.) I am liked by every person I meet.
• 98.) Life is getting better and better each day.
• 99.) My life is just beginning.

You can also make up any affirmation which empowers you and which you will remember to say each day. Say it loud, say it in your own unique way, and make it happen in the real world.

Affirming my love,
Dr. Carmen Harra