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I used to think affirmations just didn’t work for me.
I’d say the words, “I’m enough,” “I am safe,” “I love myself”, but they felt hollow.
Sometimes they even triggered more discomfort instead of comfort.
If that sounds familiar, then keep reading.
Affirmations aren’t just about repeating positive words, they’re about how those words land in your body.
When affirmations don’t stick, it’s often because your nervous system isn’t ready to receive them yet. Here’s where I encourage clients to start instead:
Regulation Comes First - Before diving into affirmations, make sure your body feels somewhat calm. If it doesn’t, try using breathwork, movement, or grounding techniques to settle your system first. This helps create the internal safety needed for those words to land.
Keep Them Believable - If “I love everything about myself” feels like too big a leap, meet yourself where you are. A gentler affirmation like “I’m open to learning how to feel safe in my body” might feel more authentic and create less resistance.
Use the Body as a Bridge - Try placing a hand on your heart or belly, softening your jaw, or swaying gently as you speak the words. These small gestures help your nervous system feel safe enough to absorb new beliefs.
Consistency in Safe Spaces - Repeating affirmations matters, but where and with whom you say them matters just as much. Try using them in environments or relationships that feel warm, supportive, and accepting.
If affirmations have felt uncomfortable, that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong, it just means your body might be protecting you.
With the right support and pacing, affirmations can become a powerful tool for nervous system healing and self-worth.
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