Positive Affirmations You Should Read Daily to Change Your Life

Positive affirmations are something anyone can benefit from, including you!

Your mindset is the most powerful tool that you have, and the best thing you can do with it is to remind yourself of all the good in your life each morning using positive affirmations.

By Dr. Nikki Martinez


Positive affirmations and mantras are simple tools that I believe can be an important part of our lives and our mindset. Allow these powerful and positive affirmations allow you to set the tone for each day.

Starting your day with some morning mantras, or positive affirmations might feel silly at first. But with time and practice, I think you will find them to be not only enjoyable but an essential part of your day as well as your way of thinking.

I have written these mantras and best daily affirmations for you to try. Use them as a guide to making your own, as words that resonate with you alone, to have more meaning and power.

For the time being, feel free to borrow my words to start the daily practice. Hopefully, they will give you some ideas on how to create inspiring affirmations suited just for you.

Also, check out our collection of positive energy quotes to elevate your mindset.

Affirmations for positive energy

If I can change my thoughts, I can change anything.

Today I will make progress towards my goals.

My thoughts do not control me, I control my thoughts.

I am capable of what I am willing to work for.

I trust myself, and my instincts, above anyone else.

To love myself, is the ultimate love.

To make small steps towards big goals, is progress.

There is no greater goal than being content with yourself.

No one controls how I feel about myself, but me.

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To be positive is to be productive.

No negative thought will take root in my mind.

I am unique, so I will be uniquely successful.

I believe in my ultimate potential.

I do not need anyone’s approval but my own.

Never underestimate yourself. You are capable of great things.

I am fulfilling my purpose in this world.

I will achieve great things through small steps.

If you are happy, you are motivated.

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I am thankful for what I have, even if it is not perfect.

I will have a positive impact on someone else’s day.

My mind and my heart will remain open today.

I can choose to make my curses, my blessings.

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Best daily affirmations for work and life

My greatest struggles, are my greatest lessons.

I will always remember that I only have control over myself, and my choices.

I will learn what I do and do not have control of. I will let go of the latter.

Always remember that you have enough, you do enough, and most importantly, you are enough.

Be the person that you say you want to be. It is within your control.

I am fierce. I am unafraid. I am bold.

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I will love myself the way that I say I want others to. They cannot do for me, what I will not do for myself.

Create a life that makes you excited to get out of bed each day.

Always choose kindness, you never know what someone is going through.

Acts of kindness do not cost a thing, but they return to us great riches.

If it does not serve you, sever it from your life.

If I wish for it, I need to be willing to work for it.

I believe in myself. I am capable of whatever I set my mind too.

I can be kind, fierce, and brave – all at the same time.

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I do not need to put anyone down, to build myself up.

I give myself permission to go after what I want.

If it was easy, it would NOT be worth it.

Never miss a chance to make someone’s day. You never know when you changed their day.

Never forget that you write your own story. So make it one you will never forget.

Lessons and wisdom is all around us if we are only willing to listen.

I already have everything I need.

I will express my appreciation for those I love each day.

I will not take for granted that people know what I love and appreciate about them.

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I release all the negativity within me, and open myself up to happiness and opportunity.

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Positive affirmations to brighten your day

I am the architect of my life; I build its foundation and choose its contents.

I am conquering my illness; I am defeating it steadily each day.

Today, I am brimming with energy and overflowing with joy.

I am comfortable looking in the mirror, saying, “I love you, I really love you.”

I possess the qualities needed to be extremely successful.

I claim my power and move beyond all limitations.

Creative energy surges through me and leads me to new and brilliant ideas.

Deep at the center of my being is an infinite well of love.

My thoughts are filled with positivity and my life is plentiful with prosperity.

I forgive myself for not being perfect.

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Other positive affirmations to inspire you

I am on earth for a reason, and I am committed to living a positive life and being a positive influence on others.

I’m in control of how I react to others.

I look and feel radiant knowing I have so much to offer the world.

I am strong enough to make my own decisions.

I reach any goal I set my mind to. If I dream it, I can do it. No goal is out of reach.

I’m courageous and stand up for myself.

I am patient with myself and accept that positive change takes time. My best self is emerging every day.

My life is a gift and I appreciate everything I have.

I ask for what I want because I deserve it. I honor my desires today and always.

I surround myself with positive people who will help bring out the best in me.

The power of positive affirmation quotes from Cyndie Spiegel’s book A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

“You will not please everyone. Be okay with this.” ― Cyndie Spiegel, A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

“You may just receive everything you had the courage to dream up.” ― Cyndie Spiegel, A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

“What if you spent time focusing on what makes you extraordinary?” ― Cyndie Spiegel, A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

“Expand, discover, and thrive with your heart wide open to wonder.” ― Cyndie Spiegel, A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

“You will be a better person because of your imperfections, not in spite of them.” ― Cyndie Spiegel, A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

“You can physically change your brain by consciously changing your thoughts.” ― Cyndie Spiegel, A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

“The one person that will impact your life most is in the reflection of your mirror.” ― Cyndie Spiegel, A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

“Don’t give up. Keep going. Keep moving. Take one step, then another, until you arrive.” ― Cyndie Spiegel, A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

“YOU’VE NEVER GONE TOO FAR TO TURN BACK. Even if you’ve traveled miles in one direction, you can always turn around.” ― Cyndie Spiegel, A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

“YOU ARE POWERFUL. You are more capable than you know, more brilliant than you comprehend, and more powerful than you can even begin to understand.” ― Cyndie Spiegel, A Year of Positive Thinking: Daily Inspiration, Wisdom, and Courage

Replace a few of the words “you” with “I” and you can add some of these into your daily practice! 

Which of these positive affirmations did you like best?

Replacing negative thoughts with positive, hopeful, and inspirational ones can have a profound impact on the tone you set for your day, and how you feel about yourself.

We want to give you the tools to change your perspective, and all it takes is showing you that you possess the power to do that all on your own!

I hope you enjoyed these mantras and positive affirmations. My greatest wish is that they provide you with a map of inspiring thoughts and ideas.