Have you ever had workdays when it feels like nothing is going your way? Excessive workloads, stress, and conflict can all contribute to a negative outlook on your job. And if you work remotely, the inability to disconnect from the rest of the team can make it even harder to find balance and stay positive.
But it doesn't have to be this way.
There are many ways you can get out of this rut, one of which is welcoming positive affirmations for work into your life. As the famous American businessman Henry Ford said,
"Whether you think you can, or you think you can't – you're right."
This is a reminder that your beliefs determine your success. Whatever you focus on and put your energy into will be what you get out of a situation. Rather than focusing on whatever might go wrong, think positively about what could go right.
Sounds great, right?
But how can positive affirmations help you at work? Don't worry! We will tell you how and give examples of positive affirmations for work to help get you started.
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How Can Positive Affirmations Help You at Work?
It is easy to get overwhelmed by work-related to-do lists, but when we focus on what we can control, our mental health and work performance will improve.
Positive affirmations have been scientifically proven to help clear our minds of negative thoughts and replace them with positive and empowering ones. In other words, by repeating positive mantras, we give ourselves the power to reframe our thinking and be more mindful of our actions and attitudes.
Positive affirmations can also help to boost self-esteem and confidence, making it easier to handle difficult situations or conversations. If stress and burnout are issues you have been dealing with, positive affirmations can help keep you grounded and reduce stress levels. Instead of being held back by fears and doubts, you can encourage yourself to move forward with determination and self-belief.
Additionally, positive affirmations for work can help us take responsibility for our actions and keep us from making excuses or procrastinating. In layman's terms, incorporating positive affirmations into your workday will help you focus on what you can control and help you get things done in a timely manner.
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30 Powerful Positive Affirmations for Work
Here's a list of our top 30 positive work affirmations you can use to get started.
- I am worthy of success and happiness.
- I trust in my abilities and believe in my potential.
- I am capable of achieving great things.
- I am open to learning and growth in my work.
- I have the power to make positive changes in my work.
- I am confident and clear in my decisions.
- I take pride in my work and approach tasks positively.
- I embrace the challenges that come my way and handle them with resilience.
- I can complete any task I set my mind to.
- I have the strength to accomplish anything I want in my career.
- I am grateful for my opportunities and use them to the best of my abilities.
- I am unafraid to take risks and grow in my position.
- I take responsibility for my mistakes and learn from them.
- I value the knowledge and wisdom of my colleagues.
- I accept constructive criticism and use it to improve my work.
- I take pride in setting and accomplishing goals.
- I am committed to my professional development and strive to be better every day.
- I speak positively of myself and my work.
- I am inspired by the success of others and use it to fuel my own dreams.
- I am thankful for the opportunities that come my way and use them to better myself.
- I focus on what I can control and let go of what I cannot.
- I take action and make the most out of each day.
- I am surrounded by a team of talented and supportive colleagues.
- I am resilient in the face of adversity and make sure to stay motivated.
- I stay organized and focused on my goals.
- I create meaningful work that has a positive impact.
- I am open to feedback and use it to better my performance.
- I am proud of what I have achieved so far and am excited about my future.
- I trust my instincts and go after what I believe in.
- I can make a difference, no matter how small.
These examples of positive work affirmations can also be used for other areas of life.
More Powerful Affirmations to Help You in the Workplace (and Life!)
You may also be interested in these other encouraging affirmations.
Harness their power to help you become the person you want to be—not just at work, but in every aspect of your life!
We also have more positive mantras in our free members’ area, plus lots of personal growth, self-improvement, and career development resources.
