Kelsey Aida Roualdes - Affirmations for Happiness: 200 Positive Affirmations for a Joyful Mindset Every Day

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Names: Roualdes, Kelsey Aida, author.

Title: Affirmations for happiness / Kelsey Aida Roualdes.

Description: Avon, Massachusetts: Adams Media, 2020.

Identifiers: LCCN 2020034496 | ISBN 9781507214473 (hc) | ISBN 9781507214480 (ebook)

Subjects: LCSH: Happiness. | Affirmations.

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Ever find yourself wishing you were happier? That you could discover more delight in everyday things? That you could feel good no matter what your current circumstances and create long-term contentment? You canwith Affirmations for Happiness.

The truth is that happiness is not something to be found but rather something you can create! No matter how things seem to be playing out in your life, you can consciously choose to feel happyunconditionally, unapologetically, and without boundary. Reciting affirmationsshort, positive statements you can say aloud or to yourself that are meant to inspire changeis one effective way to create more happiness in your life.

Thats right: Happiness is something you can cultivate and practice in simple ways every day. Each new breath you take is an opportunity to open your heart to happiness, embrace it more than ever before, and enjoy the abundance already in your life! Every affirmation contained in the following pages is designed to help ease you into this inspired, optimistic, and blissful state. The words will help you release the blockages that once held you back from experiencing more joy, so you will naturally find yourself feeling happier.

Reciting these words will help you own your happiness in an empowering and truly authentic way. Cultivating happiness does not mean that you have to force a fake smile or deny how you really feel. All you have to do is observe how you feel and follow the thoughts, choices, and actions that are the most empowering and joyful to you! This process will look different for everyone, which is why youll find hundreds of options in this bookyou can use the affirmations that resonate most strongly with you.

You might already have some ways to invite joy into your lifespending time with loved ones, pursuing hobbies, or enjoying the outdoors. Consider this book another helpful tool to add to your well-being tool kit for more happiness, joy, and empowerment. It will guide you through many beneficial thought patterns, beliefs, and perspectives so you can formulate a mindset that encourages joyful abundance. The moment has come to create more happiness in your life, one affirmation at a time!

More happiness is yours for the taking and this book will help you get there! The ideas, guidance, and daily reminders will give structure to your happiness journey.

Here are some suggestions to help your affirmation practice be as powerful as possible:

• Make these affirmations a part of your daily routine. Recite these affirmations as often as it feels good for you, and incorporate them into your life however you wantthis practice is very flexible and can fit into any schedule. For example:
  • Start your day by reciting an affirmation as you take your morning shower.
  • Write affirmations down on a sticky note and post them around for gentle reminders.
  • Set an alarm on your phone to help revisit certain affirmations throughout the day.
  • Pick your favorite affirmation at the moment and meditate on it for a minute.
  • Make the most of otherwise wasted time (on your commute, in a waiting room, etc.) to silently repeat a mantra to yourself.
  • Be creative and choose a method that works for you on any given day.
• Be open. The more open your mind and body are as you absorb the wisdom and medicine behind each affirmation, the better they will work for you. Practice good posture and keep your heart open as you read, contemplate, and recite these affirmations. Its helpful to always set the intention to open your mind to new perspectives before you dive into this book.
• Feel free to tweak affirmations so they work for you. Try on each affirmation like you would try on a new outfit. If it doesnt quite fit, you can always tailor it to better suit you. Try using phrases like I am learning how to or I am willing to or It is my intention to in order to soften an affirmation and make it more accessible to you in any moment.
• Speak your dreams into existence by reciting your favorite affirmations out loud. You can declare these affirmations to yourself in the mirror, tell them to the universe, or even share them with a supportive friend. Putting an audible vibration behind your intentions is a surefire way to give them even more creative power!
• Write them down when they speak to your soul. Writing down affirmations is another extremely powerful way to turn your intentions into your reality! Whenever an affirmation really works for you, write it out on a piece of paper or in your journalthe more slow and deliberate you are, the better. If a particular affirmation really moves you, try hand lettering it in a lovely font.
• Use this book to help you change your outlook after you feel down. Sometimes youll feel sad, mad, or just plain down, and thats okay! Its always best to honor whatever you are experiencing. If these affirmations feel inauthentic when you try to practice them, that just means youre not a vibrational match to them in that moment, and thats okay too. Process whatever emotion you are going through first, then come back to this book to help you move forward with optimism and relief!
• Practice compassion and patience with yourself.