What are affirmation cards and how can they support bedtimes?

What are affirmation cards? The aim of affirmation cards is to build positive self belief, positivity about the world and what you want to achieve. This is done by a set of powerful sentences or phases that can change your mindset from negative to positive.

By using affirmation cards you can change your outlook, be inspired and be reminded of positivity and beauty that exists.

There are different types of affirmation

'I am' affirmation card focus on your identity and positive change to mindset - I am proud of myself. This builds self belief and positive self image and so your can sub- conscious affect your behaviour to make positive reinforcement.

The future affirmation such as I will be successful. Looks at future self and the goals you want to achieve and make them as a reality now. Repeating and using affirmation deepen positive mindset changes and help you achieve your goals.

Positive statements such as self care isn't selfish, focus on challenging your perspective and allows you to explore different ways of thinking.

Different people use affirmation cards in different ways. The key is to regularly read or say the affirmation at least once a day. Some people read them once in the morning and once at night. some have them visible around the house such as on bathroom mirror, or the car.

Bedtime affirmation are best read in the hour leading up to bedtime. They support making a positive end to the day, build self image and belief and help reduce anxiety and stress.

Affirmation cards are most effective when used with self compassion and journaling. Writing down the positives and negatives of the day, making proactive to do lists for tomorrow (which reduces the anxiety and worry at night), reflecting on how you would treat a friend and bring kind to yourself. Builds positive self awareness and self belief.

Affirmation cards are aimed to positively change your subconscious to help you reach your goals. It allows you to relax and reduce anxiety at bedtime when used alongside journaling.

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