Affirmation #6: I can start over and do better.

Inoculates and counteracts the negativity of, “I keep messing up,” and similar thoughts. There have been many times when I messed up while I was programming a software project or writing a book. There were even times when I thought it was perfect, but I had to start over because of a software glitch or because I accidentally threw something away.

The funny thing was that when I rewrote the story or program, I almost always wound up with better results. Repeating these feel-good words is much more powerful to me than saying, “I don’t mess up.”  Why should I lie to myself? I do mess up. This affirmation makes me recognize that mistakes are a natural part of life and that I can take advantage of them.

I can start over and do better.

I can start over and do better.

I can start over and do better.

Affirmation performance by Linneas.

Affirmation performance by Emily Linard

This affirmation (“feel good words”) is from my forthcoming book, I FEEL GOOD!  It will be available in electronic, print, and audio versions.

I FEEL GOOD!

• Boosts self-esteem and self-love;
• Counteracts and inoculates against negative self-talk;
• Offers a 2-to-3-minute easy-to-do physical practice that’s based on a combination of QiGong, Yoga, and Meditation techniques.

This unique mix of content fosters mindfulness and makes it easier for children and adults to relax, rejoice, and rejuvenate:

1. Saying affirmations three times, each time emphasizing a different part of the affirmation. Repetition builds resonance and fosters internalization.

2. A Build Your Own Affirmations section assures that affirmations are relevant. This section explains a simple 7-step process for writing affirmations that resonate.

3. The Monkey-Away section provides a two-to-three-minute physical practice that calms the mind and body.

4. Deep breathing is encouraged by illustrations and text. Deep breathing provides the body with a significant amount of fresh oxygen. It purges stale carbon dioxide from the lungs. Both the body and the mind are calmer.

I FEEL GOOD! is being vetted prior to publication. I am particularly interested in getting feedback from parents; teachers: librarians; practitioners of Yoga, Qi Gong, Reiki, Meditation, and other healing arts.  It will probably take you between 15 and 30 minutes to peek inside the manuscript and provide feedback. Click here if you would like to open a separate tab, go to a secure site, and participate in that process.