Positive Affirmation Cards

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Positive affirmations are a powerful tool for building confidence and self-esteem, and affirmation cards make this practice engaging and accessible. These cards encourage clients t o engage in self-reflection and think positively, which makes them an effective resource for those facing self-doubt or anxiety. The Positive Affirmations Cards include 72 thoughtfully designed cards that offer clients an easy way to view encouraging statements that can boost their self-esteem. Each card features uplifting phrases like “I am getting better every day,” “I am in control of my life,” and “It’s okay to make mistakes." Using these cards daily can greatly improve not just self-esteem, but also a child’s well-being. They can repeat an affirmation, such as “I am strong” before handling a challenging task, to reduce the anxiety of doing the task itself. Caring adults can introduce these cards during moments of self-doubt and low self-esteem. They can encourage kids to keep the cards with them throughout the day for a positive boost, or to review them after a tough day to lift their spirits. References: Hoffman, A. J., & Schacter, H. L. (2024). The promise of an identity-based self-affirmation intervention in protecting against self-esteem declines at the high school transition. Developmental Psychology, 60(10), 1842-1854. https://doi.org/10.1037/dev0001789 Cascio, C. N., O'Donnell, M. B., Tinney, F. J., Lieberman, M. D., Taylor, S. E., Strecher, V. J., & Falk, E. B. (2016). Self-affirmation activates brain systems associated with self-related processing and reward and is reinforced by future orientation. Social cognitive and affective neuroscience, 11(4), 621–629. https://doi.org/10.1093/scan/nsv136 Show more