Affirmations: Overcoming obstacles helps me develop hopefulness

Wow!  2020 has brought about a lot of change. Some of these changes are for the good and some not so much, for many. No matter what adaptations we may have had to make in our lives to adjust to the fluid nature of this year, we have all had to be able to roll with the punches and find ways to do so.  I find that positive thinking and positive affirmations are at the core of being able to deal with anything that is thrown at me.  So, with the continued unpredictability surrounding us all, a strong mindset and a positive approach are paramount.  I hope some of the affirming thoughts I share here will be of some small help to you and help keep you on a course of overcoming whatever obstacles may be staring at you.  

1. Each day brings an opportunity for me to exercise hope. Regardless of how dim situations seem, I believe that I have the ability to overcome them. Having success with past challenges helps me walk forward with confidence.
2. Courage is sometimes hard to come by. When a situation seems overwhelming, I sometimes feel afraid to take it on. But that feeling lasts for only a short while.
3. Whenever I feel doubtful, I think back to my past successes. I weigh the magnitude of difficulties encountered in the past, and assess how well I handled them. Thinking back to those wins gives me the courage I need to tackle anything else.
4. At the end of each day, I reflect on my victories. I give thought to each time I experience a positive outcome after a trying situation. Being conscious of the things I am able to overcome reminds me to stay calm in the midst of future trials.
5. Hopefulness makes room for other helpful attributes. I believe that maintaining positive energy allows more positive things to enter my life.
6. Today, I look forward to developing my belief in positive thinking. As obstacles in my life get demolished, I commit to becoming more confident. I know I am able to overcome any difficulty that comes into my life.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. When I experience self-doubt, how do I convince myself to change that mindset?
2. What are some of the obstacles that I find difficult to overcome? 
3. In what ways can I use my relationships with others to help build my fighting     spirit?

Try not to let obstacles send you on a detour.  Remember, problems are not stop signs, they are only guidelines.  It’s ok to read the signs, but try to make sure you stay the course!

With Grace and Grit,

Whitney