Positive Word Affirmations

In this episode, you discover research-validated ways to harness the power of kind words to lift others and yourself.  Study citations shared in this episode: Newberg, A., & Waldman, M.R. (2012). Words Can Change Your Brain: 12 Conversation Strategies to Build Trust, Resolve Conflict, and Increase Intimacy. Hudson Street Press / Penguin Books. ISBN: 978-0142196779. Hirano, Y., et al. (2024). "...

In this episode, you discover the differences and similarieties between self-approval and self-efficacy, why both matter for success, and powerful affirmations for both. Suggested Affirmations: First Person Self-Efficacy Affirmations: * I am capable of learning the skills I need, step by step. * Each small win builds my confidence and momentum. * I stay persistent and find solutions when challenge...

In this episode, you learn the results of a large research study that validated exactly what type of goals are most successfully achieved and why. --- Resources: "The Science of Setting Goals That Last". "SuperAge.com". Link: https://superage.com/the-science-of-setting-goals-that-last/ "The performance and psychological effects of goal setting in sport: A systematic review and meta-analysis". INTER...

The holiday season can create negative emotions to include stress, anxiety, and even depression. In this episode you discover how to use affirmations to neutralize disempowering emotions and create a more positive, joyful holiday season. Affirmations shared in episode: "I allow myself to rest and recharge during this holiday season." "I let go of stress and embrace the peace of the season." "I am...

In this episode you'll discover 7 tiny habits that when consistently applied build happiness and emotional wellbeing. Resources: "7 Tiny Habits That Positive People Use to Cultivate Happiness Every Day". Article from Inc.com. Link: https://www.inc.com/peter-economy/7-tiny-habits-that-positive-people-use-to-cultivate-happiness-every-day/91230140 Suggested Daily Affirmations : "I choose joy this day...

In this episode, we’re exploring a fascinating and very practical question: Can words really shift our performance when we’re under stress? You'll discover relevant research and hear actual affirmations that can help you navigate high stress situations in real time. Resource cited in the episode: "Self-affirmation improves problem-solving under stress". "PubMed - Plus One Journal.  Link: https://p...

We have many studies showing the benefits of positive self-talk on our psychological and emotional wellbeing. In this episode you discover new research showing strong evidence that our self-talk can affect our DNA's telemeres, which in turn can influence our physical wellbeing and even how long we live. You'll also be presented with five positive affirmations you can apply to enhance your positive...

In this episode you'll discover the 3 most important decisons for life success according to legendary investor Warren Buffett. You'll then learn 3 affirmations for each of the  3 important decision points and how to apply those affirmations for a happier and more successful life. Note: This episode is also shared in our "Positive Word Power" podcast. --- Resources: Article mention in the show: "Wa...

In this episode you discover the importance of self-care for your emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing. You also discover 7 powerful affirmations to help you enhance self-care and enjoy a happier and more successful life. --- References mentioned in the episode: "Self-Affirmation Improves Problem-Solving under Stress" . "Plus One". Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3641050/  "...

In this episode you discover how to use simple, effective affirmations to reduce anxiety and stress. You also discover how to easily integrate 5 positive affirmations into your daily activity for sustained short and long term benefits. --- Suggested affirmations: "I release worry and embrance the peace within me." "I know I can handle whatever comes my way." "I am not my anxiety." "I choose to be...

In this episode you discover 5 powerful affirmations to release holiday anxiety and stress so you can truly make this "the most wonderful time of the year. Those five affirmations are: "I Choose Peace Over Perfection." "I choose to set boundaries with love." "My worth is not determined by gifts or expectations." "I Embrace This Moment with Compassion and Calm." "I Am Resilient and Can Handle Whate...

In this episode you and I answer the question: What are 1-word affirmations and how can you benefit from using 1-word affirmations for immediate emotional control and longterm goal achievement? You'll discover the step-by-step process for identifying the exact one-word affirmation needed in every situation and how to effectively apply that affirmation for immediate and longterm positive change. No...

In this episode you'll meet two medal winning athletes from the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and discover how they use affirmations - and the specific affirmations they use - to triumpth in their respective sports. You'll also learn how you can apply affirmations to achieve your goals whether those goals are in business, relationships, sports, financial abundance, or personal development. --- Resource...

Which is the more powerful motivation to succeed - moving away from what you don't want or moving toward what you do want? You and I will answer this question and you'll discover 7 powerful affirmations to propel achievement and longterm success.  Plus, you'll discover a tip that can increase the power of your affirmations by changing two words. --- The 7 Affirmations Shared in This Episode: "I am...

In this episode you discover how to help your children, your grandchildren, and yourself enjoy enhanced self-confidence and self-worth using positive affirmations as part of the Second Step academic program. Resources for this episode: "Words have power: Use positive affirmations to boost your child’s confidence"  by Allison Palmer; published in "The Charlotte Observer" on July 9, 2024.  Link: htt...

In this episode you discover and learn to use the SNAP method along with affirmations to calm racing thoughts, let go of stress, and rebalance emotions. The four-step SNAP method includes: Stop and breathe; * Notice thoughts and sensations; * Accept and allow what is presnt in this moment; and, * Proceed with loving kindness. You receive step by step guidance to use this easy, effective method any...

We all want to encourage others by praising good work, help them to achieve, and support them in times of trouble. Recently, nearly a thousand people were surveyed to identify the most powerful words and phrases to say to encouage others. In this episode you discover: * The best phrases and words of support based on a large survey to motivate, comfort, and create emotional wellbeing. * The one sin...

In this episode you discover how predisposed attitudes affect the probability a person will procrastinate and fail to act in an appropriate and timely way. You also discover how to create a bias for action and goal achievements. Here are five positive affirmations to help create that bias for action and success: "I am capable of overcoming challenges and achieving my goals. I have done this many t...

In this episode you'll discover how to combine 3 powerful affirmations for rapid relief of anxiety and stress. You'll also be introduced to the work of Emile Coue', the brilliant French Chemist / pharmacist who developed autosuggestion for healing. Note: This information is shared in two podcasts, those being "Postive Word Affirmations" and "Positive Word Power". --- The 3 Affirmations: "In this m...

Keeping with the theme of this show - offering simple, short, positive affirmations for a happier more succesful life, the anxiety and stress releasing affirmation for this episode is: "I release all anxiety and embrace calmness and peace." You discover exactly how to use this affirmation to enjoy an ongoing sense of emotional peace and wellbeing. --- Host: Stephen Carter, founder of Stress Soluti...

In this episode you discover how to create and ask insightful Power Questions to identify disempowering beliefs that block you from consistently experiencing the self-compassion you deserve to feel. Once you identify those disempowering beliefs, you discover how to apply simple, effective Releasing Affirmations to clear those disempowering beliefs from your neurology and energy system. You then le...

In this episode you and I discover the wisdom - and how to apply that wisdom - of "Rich Dad Poor Day" author Robert Kiyosaki's insight: "A question opens the mind, a statement closes the mind". One useful affirmation template: "I choose to (action) _________________ so that (benefit) ______________. Here are 3 suggested affirmations to put Robert Kiyosaki's wisdom to work in your life. Affirmation...

In this episode, you discover how to create, use, and benefit from 1-word positive intention affirmations for personal wellbeing and better relationships. --- Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro for "Positive Word Affirmations" listeners; 00:38 - Episode topic info; 01:00 - Show and host info; 01:21 - Introducing 1-word affirmations; 03:44 - Experience the power of 1-word affirmations; 06:10 - How to share...

Can optimism and staying positive be a happiness and success magnet? The answer to that question is "Yes", according to Olympic gymnastics champion Mary Lou Retton. In this episode we explore the power of optimism through a quote by Olympic gymnastic champion Mary Lou Retton. We also look at major research studies confirming why and how an optimistic mindset and way of speaking are so important to...

In this episode you learn how to apply the wisdom quote from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. of: “If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way.” Note: Timestamps below. We highlight the key milestones in Dr. King’s life journey and how he embodied this wisdom quote in his many achievements throughout life. Here are three suggested affirmations you can use to incorporate Dr. King’s...