72 Affirmations for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety.

Want to try a different way to tell fear and anxiety to take a hike? Heard of affirmations? They are pretty awesome little helpers. Instead of reaching for a Netflix binge or a bar of chocolate to take your mind off it, you can use these powerful little phrases.

I have suffered from severe anxiety and fear for a large part of my life, especially after the birth of my second child. My anxiety impacted me on a mental and physical level and part of the professional help that I received included making a list of my own positive affirmations.

Whilst we all feel some fear and anxiety at different points in our life, overcoming chronic or debilitating fear can be difficult.

I learnt to use daily Affirmations as a way to quiet my mind and help me overcome my own mental health challenges. A calming mantra actually goes a long way when facing an anxiety attack.

72 Affirmations for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety

Affirmations for Recovery from Fear.

Affirmations for Anxiety Attacks.

Affirmations for Letting Go of Fear.

Affirmations for Moterhood Fears.

Affirmations for Courage.

Affirmations for Living in the Present.

Affirmations for Recovery from Fear.

1. I love myself, without condition.
2. I am getting better.
3. Yesterday’s struggles, create tomorrow’s strengths.
4. Neagtive emotions do not make me a negative person.
5. Good things are coming my way.
6. I can transform my fear into my educator.
7. Today, I will try my hardest to replace negative thoughts with positive ones.
8. Fear is a bully, today I will stand up to it.
9. I have the power to change my own life.
10. I accept myself, totally and completely.
11. It’s going to be ok.
12. Hard times only make me stronger.
13. I deserve to be happy.
14. I deserve to be healthy.
15. I will take care of my physical health.

Affirmations for Anxiety Attacks.

1. Fear is a wave. Just watch it rise and fall.
2. I may not have full control of my fear but it does not have full control of me.
3. Fearful thoughts are still just thoughts.
4. I will take a deep breath when fear creeps in.
5. I will get through this panic attack.
6. This too shall pass.

Affirmations for Letting Go of Fear.

1. My anxiety is not my identity.
2. Every breath gives me the chance to let go of fear.
3. My challenges have created my growth.
4. Today is always a good day to start again.
5. The first step is always the hardest to take.
6. I embrace change even if it scares me.
7. I let go of the past.
8. I deserve to be free of fear.
9. My life is moving in a positive direction.
10. I know the best way for me.
11. Unhelpful thought, you are not welcome here.
12. I am resillient.

Affirmations for Motherhood Fears.

1. All emotions are ok.
2. All is well, I am well and they are well.
3. My body is strong and beautiful.
4. Breathe in joy, breathe out fear.
5. Today, my self-care comes first.
6. I can say no to social situations if that’s what i need.
7. I call on my inner strength to help me today.
8. Today might be hard but tomorrow can be better.
9. I am working towards the life of my dreams, free from fears, for myself and my family.
10. They are loved, I am loved, we are loved.

Affirmations for Courage.

1. Fear does not control me.
2. Today, I am fearless.
3. Bravery comes from admitting fear.
4. A fear of failure will not stop me from trying.
5. I will transform fear into strength.
6. Fear will not get in the way of my goals.
7. I am strong enough.
8. I wake up today with courage in my heart.
9. I am brave.
10. I see you and I am unafraid.
11. I am living my life with courage and joy.

Affirmations for Living in the Present.

1. I listen to my heart.
2. Inhale calm, exhale fear.
3. Anxiety is an emotion, it will pass.
4. Positive thinking might not work today. I will take a deep breath and carry on anyway.
5. My mental health is my priority today.
6. It is ok to feel fear.
7. I listen to my intuition.
8. Come back to the present moment.
9. I am here, right now.
10. I feel my body, I hear my heart, I listen to my breath.
11. I am saying yes to me, in this moment.
12. Fear has no place in this fully present moment.
13. I am relaxed and calm.
14. The Universe is looking out for me.
15. Just breathe.

The key to using positive affirmations;

-use them on a daily basis (even when you feel good).

-keep them short and easy to remember.

-try a few and see which you like then stick to 4-5 for different situations.

I still have periods of fear and anxiety (especially since becoming a mum and living through the last two years).  However, I still count on my affirmation practice as a great way to calm the negative self-talk.

One final note from me. If you feel fear and anxiety are starting to impact your day to day life PLEASE TALK TO SOMEONE. As a fellow mum, you will probably be tired and sleep deprived which sadly magnifies anxiety. I have been there and sometimes positive statements are just not enough. You can work out a plan and find your own formula for recovery.

There are some really useful tips on the mental health charity Mind’s website about relaxation exercises you can try when anxiety and fear strike.

If you feel like giving meditation a go but don’t know where to start, my last post (right here) might be helpful. It’s about getting started with meditation when you are busy Mum, you just need ten minutes and a comfy chair. Sounds pretty good?

Don’t be a stranger. We all have our own ways of dealing with fear and anxiety. Have you found your very own anxiety banishing powerful toolset? Let me know in the comments below or even drop me a message if it’s not something you want to share.

Remember

Flowers grow back even after the harshest winters. You will too.

Jennae cecelia

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Amanda x