- 22 Oct, 2024
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Money Affirmations
What have affirmations got to do with finances? Some might ask. I firmly believe that a mind that cannot cope with or manage an unexpected gift of £1,000 will not be able to handle or manage a sudden £1,000,000 windfall.
Money affirmations are more than just positive statements; they are a powerful tool that can reshape our mind, the way we think about wealth and financial abundance. When practiced consistently, these affirmations can help reprogram limiting beliefs about money and open the door to new ways of thinking and new opportunities. By focusing on positive and affirming thoughts, individuals can begin to shift their mindset from scarcity to abundance. Research shows that when we repeat these affirmations, the brain starts to rewire itself, creating new neural pathways that reinforce a positive outlook on financial matters. In a 2020 article titled ‘Affirmations and Neuroplasticity’ by Psychology Today , David Hanscom suggests that affirmations can help the brain form new clusters of “positive thought neurons” that replace old patterns of self-doubt and negativity.
This rewiring process is backed by neuroscience, which suggests that affirmations can create lasting changes in our brain’s structure. By using money affirmations, individuals can align their subconscious mind with their conscious financial goals, making it easier to take actions that manifest financial success. This is not just about thinking positive; it is about creating a consistent practice that can help dismantle old, harmful beliefs about money and replace them with empowering, future-focused narratives.
Here are 10 powerful money affirmations that you can say as a family each week. We call them Monday Money Affirmations and post a new one each week on the Zaki’s Money Adventures Instagram page
- I am worthy of wealth.
- Money flows to me easily.
- I am an asset.
- I can understand financial terminology.
- I have a sound mind.
- I am wealthy, happy and healthy.
- I enjoy delayed gratification.
- I am great at budgeting.
- I have the ability to make the right financial choices.
- My children are healthy and financially literate.
References:
- Affirmations and Neuroplasticity: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/anxiety-another-name-pain/202001/affirmations-and-neuroplasticity
- Self-affirmation activates brain systems associated with self-related processing and reward and is reinforced by future orientation: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4814782/
- The Science of Affirmations: The brain’s response to positive thinking: https://www.mentalhealth.com/tools/science-of-affirmations
Stay healthy and Wealthy
Written by: Anjie Enabor, FCCA
Reviewed by: WordsMaestro