what are affirmations?
✅ A positive statement we say to encourage ourselves and build confidence.
Change this negative thought: “I always mess up.”
✅ “I am learning from my mistakes.”
Complete: “I am ______.”
✅ Any positive response.
When can you use positive affirmations?
✅ Anytime (morning, before stressful situations, when feeling down).
Say one positive word to describe yourself.
ex: I show up everyday at the HUF program.
True or False? Affirmations should only focus on things we are already good at.
✅ False — affirmations can help us work toward growth and improvement.
Change this negative thought: “I am not good enough.”
✅ “I am valuable and capable.”
Create an affirmation about a personal strength.
✅ Example: “I am creative.”
True or False: You have to believe an affirmation 100% immediately for it to work.
✅ False — affirmations can help build new ways of thinking.
Name one thing you are proud of.
ex: I am proud of myself for following my routine.
Which is an example of a positive affirmation?
A. “I can never do anything right.”
B. “I am learning and improving every day.”
C. “Nobody likes me.”
✅ B
Change this negative thought: “Nobody cares about me.”
✅ “I am important and supported.”
Create an affirmation about a goal.
✅ Example: “I am working toward my goals.”
Someone says, “I had a bad day, so I am a failure.” What affirmation could help?
✅ “One bad day does not define me.”
Name one goal you are working toward.
ex: I am working towards more independence.
Why do people use positive affirmations?
✅ To improve confidence, motivation, and positive thinking.
Change this negative thought: “I can’t handle stress.”
✅ “I can use my coping skills to manage stress.”
What words can make an affirmation stronger?
✅ Words like “capable,” “strong,” “worthy,” “confident,” “resilient.”
How can affirmations help with confidence?
✅ They remind us of our strengths and abilities.
Which of the following is the best example of an affirmation you could tell yourself during a difficult time?
A. “I cannot handle anything.”
B. “I will try my best and use my coping skills.”
C. “Everything will always go wrong.”
✅ B
What is one area someone might create an affirmation about?
✅ Confidence, friendships, goals, coping skills, health, or self-esteem.
Why is it helpful to challenge negative thoughts?
✅ It can improve mood and help us see situations differently.
Write an affirmation you can remind yourself of during difficult times.
✅ I can get through this.
Share an affirmation you would tell a friend who is struggling.
A person is feeling stressed about an upcoming challenge. Which affirmation would be most helpful?
A. “I will probably fail.”
B. "There is no point in trying.”
C. “I can take things one step at a time.”
✅ C