In the fast-paced society we live in, maintaining a positive outlook can be a daunting and exhausting task. Yet, the power of positivity will not fold. Positivity has the power to transform not only your mindset but also other areas of your life. Affirmations are a recognized tool used to cultivate positivity and enhance your overall well-being.

Want to know more about the science behind affirmations? Find research and resources in our previous blog here. 

How to Create Affirmations

Affirmations are more than just words; they're like seeds of change we plant in our minds. To make them really work, it's important to create affirmations that feel personal, meaningful to you, and connected to your goals. But how do you make affirmations that really feel right for you?

Step 1: Begin your affirmation with "I" or "My" to make it a personal statement. For example, "I am confident" or "My health is improving daily."

Step 2: Phrase your affirmation in the present tense and keep it positive. Instead of saying "I will not fail," say "I am capable of success."

Step 3: Make your affirmation concise and specific. Avoid overly complex or vague statements. For example, instead of saying, "I will improve my communication skills so that I can express myself more clearly," you can use a more concise affirmation like, "I communicate with clarity and confidence."

Step 4: Craft affirmations that you can genuinely believe in and follow up with practice. They should stretch your limits but still feel achievable. For instance, if you're currently struggling with public speaking, an affirmation could be, "I am improving my public speaking skills with practice." and combine this in your everyday life with real practice like researching public speaking tips and speaking in front of a mirror. 

50 Positive Affirmations from Famous People

Let's explore 50 unique affirmations from people around the world.

#1 - "Everyday I live the life of my dreams."

"The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams." - Oprah Winfrey

#2 - "I will not be defeated."

"You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated." - Maya Angelou

#3 - "My imagination and commitment are limitless."

"The only limit to your impact is your imagination and commitment." - Tony Robbins

#4 - "I'm fearless, always showing up, no matter the outcome."

"Vulnerability is not winning or losing; it's having the courage to show up and be seen when we have no control over the outcome." - Brene Brown

#5 - "The present is all I have, NOW is the primary focus in my life."

"Realize deeply that the present moment is all you have. Make the NOW the primary focus of your life." - Eckhart Tolle

#6 - “I bring positive changes to the lives of others.”

"Success isn't about how much money you make. It's about the difference you make in people's lives." - Michelle Obama

#7 - "I believe anything is possible."

"You must find the place inside yourself where nothing is impossible." - Deepak Chopra

#8 - “I am not defined by my history.”

"Live out of your imagination, not your history." - Stephen Covey

#9 - "I am confident in my skills and always strive for greatness."

"We hold ourselves back in ways both big and small, by lacking self-confidence, by not raising our hands, and by pulling back when we should be leaning in." - Sheryl Sandberg

#10 - "My future is now, and my dreams are tomorrow’s reality."

"Let us make our future now, and let us make our dreams tomorrow's reality." - Malala Yousafzai

#11 - "Every setback is my opportunity to grow."

"With everything that has happened to you, you can either feel sorry for yourself or treat what has happened as a gift. Everything is either an opportunity to grow or an obstacle to keep you from growing. You get to choose." - Wayne Dyer

#12 - "I am worthy of love and belonging."

"You are imperfect, you are wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging." - Brené Brown

#13 - "I can find happiness regardless of the situation."

"The primary cause of unhappiness is never the situation but your thoughts about it." - Eckhart Tolle

#14 - "I have ambitious dreams and commit to working hard, my achievements have no limits."

"The only limit to the height of your achievements is the reach of your dreams and your willingness to work hard for them." - Michelle Obama

#15 - "I let go of the past so I can discover my true self."

"In the process of letting go, you will lose many things from the past, but you will find yourself." - Deepak Chopra

#16 - "I celebrate every aspect of my life, and I attract more joy and abundance."

"The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate." - Oprah Winfrey

#17 - "I take responsibility for my choices, and shape my own destiny."

"I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions." - Stephen Covey

#18 - "I am self-aware, and drive positive transformation in my life."

"We cannot change what we are not aware of, and once we are aware, we cannot help but change." - Sheryl Sandberg

#19 - “Amazing things happen to me daily, because I am the luckiest in the universe.” - Avra Global

#20 - "I am not confined to my current circumstances; I have the power to choose my path."

"You are not stuck where you are unless you decide to be." - Wayne Dyer

#21 - "I am healing and creating a fulfilling life."

"You have the power to heal your life, and you need to know that. We think so often that we are helpless, but we're not. We always have the power of our minds…Claim and consciously use your power." - Louise Hay

#22 - "I am in control of my destiny and life."

"I am the master of my fate. I am the captain of my soul." - Nelson Mandela

#23 - "My imagination knows no bounds."

"Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited, whereas imagination embraces the entire world, stimulating progress, giving birth to evolution." - Albert Einstein

#24 - "My intuition empowers me."

"The more you trust your intuition, the more empowered you become, the stronger you become, and the happier you become." - Oprah Winfrey

#25 - "Everything happens for a reason, and that reason is to assist me." - Founders of Avra Global

#26 - "I am not afraid of taking calculated risks."

"The biggest risk is not taking any risk. In a world that is changing quickly, the only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks." - Mark Zuckerberg

#27 - "I have a strong work ethic, and grow every day."

"The best way to learn is by doing. The only way to build a strong work ethic is getting your hands dirty." - Richard Branson

#28 - "I will not give up, I am persistent."

"Persistence is very important. You should not give up unless you are forced to give up." - Elon Musk

#29 - "I am at peace with my own heart."

"People are more likely to make peace when they have peace in their own hearts." - Angela Merkel

#30 - "I enjoy every moment of my life."

"It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live." - J.K. Rowling

#31 - "I embrace change, and know it is always possible."

"Change is never easy, but always possible." - Barack Obama

#32 - "I do great work, and love what I do."

"Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work." - Steve Jobs

#33 - "I dream big, work hard, and believe in my unlimited potential."

"The only limit to the height of your achievements is the reach of your dreams and your willingness to work hard for them." - Michelle Obama

#34 - "Positive change in the world is always possible."

"Let us remember: One book, one pen, one child, and one teacher can change the world." - Malala Yousafzai

#35 - "I persevere and strive in the face of challenges."

"It always seems impossible until it's done." - Nelson Mandela

#36 - "I embrace mistakes as opportunities for growth."

"A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new." - Albert Einstein

#37 - "I find happiness and share it with others."

"The purpose of our lives is to be happy." - Dalai Lama

#38 - "I believe in my potential, and strive to be the best version of myself."

"You become what you believe." - Oprah Winfrey

#39 - "I am growing everyday and achieving my goals."

"It's not about the goal. It's about growing to become the person that can accomplish that goal." - Tony Robbins

#40 - "I love what I do, so I will be successful."

"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” - Albert Schweitzer

#41 - "I elevate myself to the level of my highest goals."

"You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems." - Eckhart Tolle

#42 - "I draw strength and inspiration from my differences."

"Strength lies in differences, not in similarities." - Stephen Covey

#43 - "I prioritize progress over perfection."

"Done is better than perfect." - Sheryl Sandberg

#44 - "I am not bound by my circumstances."

"You are not stuck where you are unless you decide to be." - Wayne Dyer

#45 - "I am always aligned with my purpose."

"I am in the right place at the right time, doing the right thing." - Louise Hay

#46 - "I am in control of my life and attitude."

"If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude." - Maya Angelou

#47 - "I listen to others with an open heart."

"The question isn't, 'What do we want to know about people?' It's, 'What do people want to tell about themselves?’” - Mark Zuckerberg

#48 - "My bravery fulfills me."

"The brave may not live forever, but the cautious do not live at all." - Richard Branson

#49 - "I pursue what's important to me, even in the face of challenges."

"If something is important enough, even if the odds are against you, you should still do it." - Elon Musk

#50 - "I am the hero of my own story."

"I think we all live in suspense from day to day; in other words, you are the hero of your own story." - Angela Merkel