Manifesting the life you desire begins with the way you think about yourself. Having positive thoughts about yourself will increase your self-esteem and influence your overall mindset.
In order to better your life, you have to believe that you deserve it. And the most effective way to change your beliefs is with awareness and repetition. The thoughts you think every day have an energetic impact on your vibration and reinforce your beliefs.
You have the power to choose how you think about yourself and the situations around you. And once you know the thoughts that will empower your life, there are many different ways to reinforce them, such as:
Writing Them as Affirmations: Repeating positive statements daily, such as positive affirmations or inspirational quotes, can rewire your belief system, which can significantly boost self-esteem and fend off negative thinking.
Using Them as Journaling Prompts: This will allow you to go even deeper with your positive thoughts. You can explore what they mean to you in your journal, and reframe the thoughts that no longer serve you.
Meditating on Them: Spend a few minutes each day meditating on your positive thoughts. Visualize and see yourself from this perspective. This practice will not only connect you to your inner self, but allow your subconscious to believe in a new version of you.
Now, here are ten positive thoughts about yourself that are designed to shift your mindset, elevate your self-esteem, and set the foundation for manifesting your dreams.
1. “I Know I Can Achieve Anything.”
No matter how much you contribute at home or at work, it can be easy to feel like you’re not doing enough. This can come from a lack of self-worth.
You have to create an inner belief that you’re worthy, that you’re enough, and that you’re capable. Keep in mind that no one can make you realize that but yourself — which makes this positive self talk that much more necessary. Cultivating personal energy is essential to maintaining this belief.
Negative people may try to bring you down. But recognize this is not personal, and you don’t need to take on their energy. Instead, keep your focus on having a productive day and feeling good about what you are creating.
Remind yourself daily that you are fully capable of achieving anything you set your mind to, and let this positive thought guide your actions and decisions. Not only will this elevate your self esteem, it will also have a positive effect on your daily experiences.
2. “I Enjoyed Today.”
When you remember what you liked about your day, you can train your brain to shift from negative thinking to a more positive focus. Each day presents new opportunities for growth and enjoyment, and it’s important to acknowledge the good things that happen.
This can be as simple as enjoying a cup of tea in the morning or spending time with loved ones. Remind yourself that there is always something to be grateful for and that happiness can be found in the smaller things of life.
Focusing on these moments will help you appreciate what you have already, rather than focusing on what you don’t have. This positive thinking will align your vibration to attract more of what you desire into your life.
Each night before you go to bed, take a few minutes to reflect on what you enjoyed that day, and tell yourself “I enjoyed today.” As an extra benefit, expressing these thoughts can also improve your overall mental health and well-being.
3. “I’m Looking Forward to Tomorrow.”
Find something positive to look forward to. No matter what’s on your schedule, there’s always at least one thing that can bring you joy. Focus on that positive aspect instead of any worries or negative thoughts.
Try reframing the activities that don’t initially excite you. With a little creativity, you can transform the ordinary into something meaningful — all it takes is a shift in mindset.
For example, if you have a meeting that you’re dreading, shift your mindset to focus on the positive aspects, such as gaining new skills or connecting with coworkers. Or if you have a task that seems tedious, choose to see this as an essential character-building exercise that is preparing you for the life you are manifesting.
By anticipating and getting excited about your life, you will shift your mindset towards positivity and increase feelings of happiness and fulfillment. This allows you to attract what you desire like a magnet — and sets you up for a productive and successful day tomorrow.
4. “I’m Thankful.”
Research shows that expressing gratitude on a regular basis can reduce anxiety, stress, and depression, as it offers a healthier perspective on life and improves your mental health.
It’s easy to get caught up in the things that are not going well, but by shifting your focus on what you are grateful for, you can change your entire outlook. This positive thought will bring more abundance into your life as you attract what you are already thankful for.
To practice this, establish a routine where you regularly record your thoughts and feelings, particularly noting what you are most grateful for each day. This can be done either in the morning or at night, but the key is to stay consistent and write daily.
There will be days when finding something to be grateful for will be challenging, especially when facing personal or professional difficulties. However, it is during these trying times that the practice becomes even more valuable. Commit to identifying at least one thing you are grateful for and let this daily habit transform your outlook on life.
5. “I Accept My Shortcomings.”
Recognize and acknowledge your shortcomings and weaknesses. Understand that you are not perfect, and no one expects you to be. Personal growth begins with accepting these truths about yourself.
Sometimes we set unattainably high standards for ourselves, which leads to stress, anxiety, and low self esteem when we feel we’re falling short. However, those who truly love and care about you already see your strengths and weaknesses — and they accept you just as you are.
The first step to empowerment is to accept and love yourself as you are right now. This will help you release self-judgment and cultivate self-compassion instead.
There is no need to strive for perfection in everything you do. Instead, embrace your imperfections and start enjoying life for all that it is, flaws included. This mindset will help you build genuine self-esteem and a more fulfilling life.
6. “Even though I May Make Mistakes, I Always Try My Best.”
Life isn’t about reaching some kind of lofty goal, then kicking back and relaxing. Instead, it’s a constant stream of ups and downs, filled with good days and bad. You’re not the only person who experiences setbacks.
Even the most experienced people will mess up every once in a while. It’s not a big deal and it doesn’t mean they’re a failure, and it certainly doesn’t cancel out all their previous successes. It just means they tried and failed.
This is where the power of positive thoughts comes in. Optimistic people know their worth. They have high self-esteem, and one mistake won’t make them falter.
View each mistake as a learning opportunity and continue to move forward with resilience. By maintaining this positive outlook, you will continuously grow and build a healthy self-concept.
7. “I’m Proud of Myself.”
You are a resilient, capable, successful person. Everyone has achieved something in their lives that deserves recognition and celebration.
A single positive thought can have a powerful impact on your life. The energy of feeling good about yourself will magnetize you to attract more good things.
Reflect on all the things you’ve accomplished. Realize the times when you faced challenges head-on and came through on the other side stronger and wiser.
Be proud of your journey and maintain a positive outlook on the great things still to come. When you focus on the good in your life, you can generate positive momentum that propels you toward even greater achievements and builds your path to success, step by step.
8. “I Deserve Happiness.”
In order to cultivate a positive mindset, you must recognize that you deserve happiness. You have the right to experience joy and fulfillment in your life.
Remind yourself regularly that your happiness is important and that prioritizing your own needs and desires is non-negotiable. Positive relationships play a crucial role in enhancing your sense of self-worth and overall happiness. When you embrace the belief that you deserve to be happy, you will naturally gravitate towards activities and relationships that bring you joy and fulfillment.
As you integrate this thought into your belief system, you may find that more positive people will come into your life, and your old friends might begin to either transform themselves or react negatively to your new energy. Have understanding because it can be hard for the people in your life to see you differently, but they will with time.
Allow negative thoughts to be replaced with positive ones and you will shift into a new way of being. Happiness will become your natural state, and you will attract more positivity into your life.
9. “I Am Resilient.”
Life can be challenging. However, you have navigated obstacles before, and you have the ability to confront and overcome whatever lies ahead.
Recognize that each difficulty offers an opportunity for development and new understanding. When you encounter hardships, view them as moments to acquire new skills and prepare you for receiving your manifestations.
“Man’s Search for Meaning” is a compelling book that illustrates resilience through the story of a psychologist who survived five years in German concentration camps during WWII — discovering inner strength and freedom despite losing everything. He was able to find meaning even in this horrific experience, and shared powerful insights which has helped millions.
Resilience enables you to adapt, bounce back, and see hope even in the toughest situations. Value this trait within yourself and let it be a foundation for your future achievements.
10. “I Trust Myself.”
Many of us find it challenging to trust that we will achieve our goals or follow through on our commitments. Maybe you let yourself down in the past, and that could cause self-doubt which can linger and affect you today.
Trusting yourself is essential for building self-confidence and self-esteem. It’s important to make decisions with conviction and know that you will act on those decisions with intention and determination.
Your past experiences, both positive and negative, have provided you with valuable knowledge and insights. Learn from your mistakes and offer yourself grace and forgiveness for any past shortcomings.
Begin by consistently taking small actions to demonstrate that you can be trusted. As you build this trust, your intuition will strengthen and you’ll be able to move forward with increasing confidence.
You Are What You Think
Positive thinking has immense power over your life. Your thoughts can either have a positive effect, or a negative one, depending on their nature.
The vibrations your thoughts create will attract similar vibrations into your experience. So, when you send out a grateful vibration, you’ll receive more to be grateful for. When you send out thoughts of empowerment, worthiness, and self-acceptance, you will generate those qualities back into your life.
You have the power to influence your subconscious mind, so make the conscious choice to empower yourself and build belief systems that support you.
You have what it takes to manifest what you want. Now, tell yourself!
