Jess and Claude break down what affirmations really are (and aren’t), how to use them without the cringe, and why positive self-talk can meaningfully shift your mood, confidence, and boundaries—at work and beyond. From overcoming negative thought loops to writing affirmations that actually sound like you, this episode gives you practical language and everyday practices to support your emotional well-being and productivity.

What You’ll Learn

• What affirmations are—and how to make them feel authentic
• How positive self-talk rewires unhelpful narratives at work and at home
• Ways to use affirmations to set boundaries and prioritize self-care
• Simple, repeatable scripts to reduce stress and anxiety
• How sharing affirmations with your work bestie reinforces healthier beliefs

Chapters

• 00:00 The Power of Self-Affirmation
• 01:12 Understanding Affirmations
• 03:24 Personal Experiences with Affirmations
• 06:08 Affirmations in the Workplace
• 08:19 Leveraging Support from Others
• 10:30 Practical Affirmations for Daily Life
• 12:53 Creating Your Own Affirmations

Quick Takeaways

• Affirmations are short, intentional phrases that reframe negative thoughts.
• They can be written, spoken, or silently repeated—do what fits your life.
• Personalization matters: make them sound like you.
• Use them to set boundaries, reduce stress, and build confidence at work.
• Consistency turns affirmations into mindset shifts.

Try These (and Tweak Them to Fit You)

• “I can handle this one step at a time.”
• “My boundaries protect my energy and my impact.”
• “I am proud of the progress I’m making—even if it’s not perfect.”
• “I speak to myself the way I speak to someone I love.”
• “I trust myself to choose what I need today.”

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