Who doesn’t want to start the day off feeling good? Sometimes we just wake up in a funk, especially kids. Affirmations are a good tool to use on a consistent basis to help children develop a positive mindset. So, how do affirmations work? By repeating these positive statements , over time our thoughts begin to change to more uplifting thoughts. This can be a very empowering tool for children, their minds are so pure and innocent, why not fill it with positive thoughts.
Here are a list of affirmations to choose from. One great way to use affirmations is to write them on strips of paper and put them in a mason jar. When your little one wakes up in the morning you both can pull an affirmation and read it aloud. Easy Peezy!
Today will be great.
I am an amazing person.
I can do anything.
I have people that love and respect me.
I make the world a better place.
I can be a good friend.
My friends are kind to me.
I am strong.
I am a good student.
I am thankful for today.
I make good choices
I am smart.
I am kind.
Today is going to be my day.
Today I choose to be happy.
I can take deep breaths.
I am open and ready to learn.
I am important.
I am enough.
I deserve good things.
I love my hair.
I love my brown skin.
My skin is beautiful.
My hair is beautiful.
I have everything that I need.
I am spreading positivity today.
Today is a new day.
I am intelligent.
I will do my best today.
I am deeply loved by those around me.
I am proud of who I am.
I can learn whatever I put my mind to.
I can be a leader in your own way.
I don’t have to prove myself to anyone.
I can only control myself.
It’s ok to set my own boundaries.
I can respect others’ boundaries.
I can take quiet time when I need it.
I can ask for help when I need it.
I’ve got this.
When using affirmations with children make it fun, consistent and relatable. Explain to children that when we have a positive mindset, we feel happier about ourselves and our lives. Remember to model and recite your own affirmations.