31 affirmations

Below is a list of affirmation I put together for you. It is the first day of the month, so if you’d like, you can try using one of these each day and see which ones work for you. Or you can just go through and pick the ones you like. Come up with affirmations that are specific to you as well. These can be the most powerful ones. But for now, here’s a place to start

1. I matter.
2. I am allowed to be happy.
3. I will give myself the same love I give to those I care about.
4. Everything I need to recover resides inside of me.
5. I am proud of myself for small victories.
6. I am a work in progress.
7. I can change my life.
8. It’s okay to ask for help.
9. I am worth recovery.
10. I prioritize myself.
11. I am trying and that’s what matters.
12. I can be happy on my own.
13. I offer something unique and valuable to this world.
14. My past does not define me.
15. There is nothing wrong with the way I look.
16. Being healthy is more important than pleasing others.
17. I deserve love.
18. Success comes in many forms.
19. My challenges make me stronger.
20. My pain will pass, if only for a moment.
21. I will only keep relationships built on mutual respect.
22. I am more than my accomplishments.
23. I can take my time because I have my whole life ahead of me.
24. Even attempting recovery shows strength.
25. I am important to someone.
26. I am proud of myself for advancing in my recovery.
27. I love and respect my body, so I will take care of it.
28. Effort is more important than results.
29. I define myself.
30. My thoughts and feelings are valid.
31. I will always keep trying.

Which affirmations do you use? Share your most helpful ones in the comments.