become what we think about every day . He emphasized the power of positive self-talk , expectation , and belief . These ideas were ground-breaking at the time but fortunately today , many people use guided affirmations in some way to try to achieve their goals . Affirmations hold great promise for helping improve our lives but like any other tool of transformation , skill and understanding are required that once mastered will enhance their performance .
When we take hold of our thoughts through the repetition of positive affirmations , we can move in the direction of manifesting our highest ideals and vision for our lives . The word ‘ mantra ’ in Sanskrit means ‘ mind protection ’ for it is through the use of a repeated phrase , prayer or affirmation that we can regulate the rampant thoughts and tape loops that tend to control us . By repeating a positive phrase over and over again , it becomes embedded in our subconscious mind and then the creative forces of the universe are able to rally support to make it happen .
The interesting thing about affirmations is they do require a belief and faith in them , even though the actual statement may be different from our current circumstance . We increase their effectiveness when we put our feelings into them and actually begin to experience the emotions connected with the fulfillment of our desires - of love , prosperity , success , or whatever it is we are aiming toward . This may be difficult at first , but with perseverance and repetition , the words become a part of us , and before long , we look around and realize that we are actually achieving what we may have thought impossible only weeks or months ago .
Affirmations only work when spoken in the present tense . The subconscious mind takes things very literally so if you say ‘ I will be rich ’ you will never experience prosperity in the present moment as it will always be just around the corner , in the elusive future .
Another aspect that increases the effectiveness of affirmations is repetition . In the negative aspect of this principle , we experience inner ‘ tape loops ’ or ‘ monkey mind ’ that constantly replay a phrase or thought that is not in our best interests . This thought may be something a parent or ex partner told us about ourselves long ago (‘ You are a mess ’ or ‘ You ’ ll never amount to anything .’) and we unconsciously have repeated this idea for years , thus creating for ourselves a messy , unfulfilling life .
When we take hold of our thoughts and use affirmations regularly with an understanding of how they work , positive change will occur . When we can truly visualize and feel the reality of the spoken word affirmations , we enter into a cooperative contract with the universe to make use of this powerful tool for manifesting our highest dreams . Now is a good time to become clear on the best possible life you want to live . Craft your own personal affirmations that reflect that life . Repeat often . As you focus your intention on those positive dreams , may you be pleasantly surprised as your life evolves just the way you want it to .
DUDLEY EVENSON - Dudley and her husband Dean are awardwinning , sound healing pioneers , musicians , and media producers . In 1979 they co-founded Soundings of the Planet and have produced over 80 albums and videos of healing and world music . In Dudley ’ s latest book , A Year of Guided Meditations , she shares 52 high-powered affirmations to help anyone live their dream life . More info :
www . soundings . com .