4 Mantras to Power Up for the New Year

We are the words we tell ourselves.

The stories we weave and repeat in our minds are the ones we attract. After all, we do not attract what we want, but rather, what we are. If we are the words we repeat to ourselves then we must speak positively to ourselves.

Affirmations are a powerful tool in any arsenal. According to Ronald Alexander from Psychology Today:

“Affirmations can be a powerful tool to help you change your mood, state of mind, and manifest the change you desire in your life. An affirmation can work because it has the ability to program your mind into believing the stated concept.”

In the end, our subconscious mind does not know the difference between what is true and untrue. It absorbs the information for us to mold into our truth. The more we repeat positive mantras to ourselves, the more apt we are to believe them and bring them to fruition.

We often struggle with finding time for ourselves and I’m not here to tell you to meditate in the morning and bring these thoughts to life. That would be hypocritical; after all, there are moments I struggle to find time for myself, too. However, I’ve found that having a mantra does dictate your life in the best way. A method that works for me is a saying that comes up on my phone as a reminder every morning. For two years, the mantra was to “break the cycle.” It popped up on my phone every morning at 9 a.m. I kept it there all day and in the moments where I felt myself slipping into the topsy turning ride that is anxiety, I’d look down at my phone and remember that it was time to “break the cycle.”

It worked, and now I end every journal entry with a mantra. Whether it’s one for strength, self-confidence, gratitude, or more, I have found that I speak so much more kindly to myself daily. The anxiety happens and I’m able to talk myself down; knowing that I’m stronger than my deepest fears.

The more you repeat these positive thoughts to yourself, the more you will become the strong, beautiful, forgiving soul you’re meant to be.

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(1)“I am grateful”

In the darkest hours, there is still something to be grateful for. “I am grateful that I have a home.” “I am grateful for the love of my friends.” “I am grateful for my ideas, for they are there for me to share.” At first, you might struggle with finding things to be grateful for. Don’t be too hard on yourself- it’s a normal part of the process. After all, you’re retraining your brain to look at everything in a different light. Start with “I am grateful” and eventually, the little things will come to you.

(2) “I am…”

Start with the sentence “I am” and fill in an adjective of your choice. “I am strong.” “I am powerful.” “I am love.” “I am more.” “I am beautiful.” “I am creative.” The more you repeat these positive adjectives to yourself, the more capable you are of accomplishing those deepest dreams of yours.

(3) “Act, don’t react.”

There are many times when we are faced with conflicting people. Whether it’s at work or with an ex, it can be hard not to react when high-conflict people create drama to try and engage you. If you find yourself in this position often, repeat to yourself “act, don’t react.” It will allow you a needed breath before a response. After all, high-conflict people want your reaction; don’t give them what they want.

(4)“My mistakes and failures make me stronger, braver, and wiser.”

We are an amalgam of our experiences. Failure makes us better. Mistakes make us stronger. We can not hold onto the guilt of our past mishaps; we must learn from them. Forgive yourself and use those stepping stones to strengthen your foundation.

It might feel awkward at first, but repeat those mantras to yourself daily. As you enter a new year, give yourself the grace to try something new. Choose to see yourself as a grateful, beautiful, brave, and wise person you are. Allow your soul to flow through these words and, see how the world and its outcomes change around you.