Scroll through social media and you’ll quickly encounter phrases like “I am worthy” or “I choose happiness”. The tantalising promise is: repeat these positive affirmations often enough and you’ll be ...

I used to think positive affirmations, such as I am brave, were a silly New-Age concept that amounted to little more than wishful, magical thinking. Then I became a cognitive psychologist, and I ...

Science backs the power of self-love affirmations, according to Verywell Mind. That’s because the brain can adapt and change, a process known as neuroplasticity. By replacing negative thoughts with ...

Positive affirmations like 'I am worthy' are popular for wellbeing. Research shows they offer small benefits, but impact varies. High self-esteem individuals may benefit more. Low self-esteem people ...

A lot of people love to do affirmations first thing in the morning—to keep themselves feeling peppy and positive. I myself have some favorite go-to affirmations which I love. But, I gotta say, ...

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