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5 Reasons Your Positive Affirmations Aren’t Working

Laura Baize
5 min readSep 9, 2023

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Have you ever wondered if positive affirmations can actually help you achieve your goals? Maybe you’ve tried using them before and didn’t see any results. If so, you’re not alone. Many people are skeptical about the power of positive affirmations. But the truth is, there is a growing body of scientific evidence to support the effectiveness of positive affirmations. Studies have shown that they can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve self-esteem and confidence, increase happiness and optimism, boost motivation and resilience, improve performance in school and work, and even improve physical health. However, not everyone who uses positive affirmations experiences the same results. If you’re not seeing any results from your positive affirmations, there are a few reasons why.

In this article, we will discuss how they work, five reasons they might not be working for you, and how to use them effectively. We will also share some tips for getting the most out of positive affirmations. So if you’re interested in learning more about this powerful tool, read on!

What are positive affirmations?

Positive affirmations are positive statements that you repeat to yourself. They can be about your appearance, your abilities, your personality, or anything else you want to improve.

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Laura Baize
Laura Baize

Written by Laura Baize

Stories on wellness, home, faith, creativity, and the complexities of modern life. B.A Political Science M.A Social Science/Intelligence

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