Author: Dr. Rochel Marie Lawson
Words hold power.
Not just the words you speak out loud, but especially the ones you whisper to yourself when no one’s listening.
Those words shape your beliefs.
Your beliefs shape your actions.
And your actions shape your reality.
So, if your mind is full of self-doubt, fear, or overwhelm, guess what you’ll keep attracting? More of that.
That’s why affirmations aren’t just woo-woo. They’re wiring.
And when we combine them with Ayurvedic insight, we unlock their full healing potential.
The Science Behind Affirmations
Affirmations are positive, intentional statements that help:
- Reprogram subconscious beliefs
- Build new neural pathways
- Interrupt negative mental loops
- Create space for clarity, peace, and empowerment
Your brain is like a garden. What you plant grows.
If you constantly think, “I’m not ready,” or “I don’t have what it takes,” your brain wires itself to support that story.
But if you say, “I am worthy. I am powerful. I am aligned,” regularly enough, your nervous system starts to believe it—and respond accordingly.
Ayurveda and the Power of Sound
In Ayurveda, sound is medicine. Mantras, affirmations, and sacred speech are used to balance
the mind and energy body.
Each dosha responds differently to the vibration of language:
Vata
- Needs grounding, calming, and safety-based affirmations
- Examples:
- “I am supported and safe.”
- “I trust the divine timing of my life.”
- “My breath anchors me in the present.”
Pitta
- Needs cooling, softening, and self-acceptance affirmations
- Examples:
- “I am at peace with where I am.”
- “I release perfection and embrace joy.”
- “I lead with love and compassion.”
Kapha
- Needs energizing, activating, and uplifting affirmations
- Examples:
- “I move forward with ease and clarity.”
- “I release what no longer serves me.”
- “I am motivated and magnetic.”
Using affirmations that match your dosha helps to restore emotional and energetic balance.
My Blissful Affirmation Practice
Here’s the exact method I teach in my AST Discovery Sessions and use in my own daily rituals:
- Choose 1–3 Affirmations That Match Your Intention
Ask: What do I desire to believe today? What energy do I want to embody?
- Say Them with Your Hand on Your Heart
Connect physically with your body. Feel your breath. Anchor in your truth.
- Repeat Them at Three Key Points in the Day:
- Morning: Set the tone for the day
- Midday: Reconnect and redirect your energy
- Night: Release and rewire as you sleep
- Layer Them into Your Environment:
- Post-it notes on your mirror or computer
- Phone screensaver
- Written at the top of your planner or calendar
- Whispered during meditation or yoga
Affirmation Categories for Every Mood
For Confidence:
- “I am unstoppable in my purpose.”
- “I show up boldly and unapologetically.”
- “My voice matters, and my truth is powerful.”
For Abundance:
- “I receive wealth with ease and grace.”
- “Opportunities flow to me every day.”
- “I am worthy of success in all forms.”
For Healing:
- “I listen to my body’s wisdom with love.”
- “I honor my rest and restoration.”
- “My energy is sacred, and I protect it fiercely.”
For Calm:
- “Peace lives within me.”
- “Everything is working out for my highest good.”
- “I trust the process. I trust myself.”
The Bliss Boost: Combining Affirmations with Ayurveda
Pair your affirmations with Ayurvedic self-care to supercharge their effect:
- Vata: Say your affirmations while doing abhyanga (oil massage)
- Pitta: Repeat affirmations during a cooling breathwork session
- Kapha: Chant affirmations while walking in sunlight or dancing
Affirmations become more potent when they are embodied, not just spoken. When your body, breath, and beliefs align, magic unfolds.
Want Daily Guidance? It’s Already Waiting…
My book, “365 Days of Affirmations for a Year of Bliss,” was created for this exact purpose.
It gives you a powerful affirmation every single day to anchor your thoughts, elevate your mindset, and rewire your reality.
Whether you’re new to affirmations or a seasoned Queen of self-talk, this book meets you where you are—and guides you where you’re meant to go.
Call to Action:
If your inner dialogue is blocking your blessings, it’s time to shift.
✨ Book your Ayurvedic Strategic Transformation (AST) Discovery Session and let’s create an affirmation ritual tailored to your dosha and your dreams.
And be sure to pick up your copy of “365 Days of Affirmations for a Year of Bliss” on Amazon—your mindset makeover is just one page away.
Because your words aren’t just wishes.
They’re spells.
And you, Queen, are the one who speaks life.