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15 Positive Affirmations To Get You Through Finals Week

Take a moment to de-stress

Chloe Nusbaum

Dec 12, 2016

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15 Positive Affirmations To Get You Through Finals Week

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Positive affirmations are an amazing way to change your perspective, especially in times of stress. Before your finals, take a few moments to breathe deeply, focus and repeat some of these affirmations to yourself! Finals can be tough, but a little time for yourself to de-stress can make a world of difference.

1. I am stronger than this challenge, and this challenge is making me even stronger.

2. I am confident and courageous. I possess the strength and ability to accomplish all my goals and dreams.

3. I breathe in calmness and breathe out nervousness.

4. I am brave, fearless, bold, and strong.

5. I am in charge of how I feel, and today I choose happiness.

6. I let go of all the negativity in my body and mind.

7. I am more than a test score or GPA. I am a whole and wonderful person.

8. I am competent, and I believe in my abilities and strengths.

9. I respect my mind and I believe I can do great things with it.

10. I choose calm over anxiety.

11. I am freeing myself from destructive fears and doubts.

12. I will face today with a positive attitude.

13. I believe in myself and my ability to succeed.

14. I am grateful for all that I am, all that I have, and for all that I experience.

15. I am strong and confident in myself, and nothing will change that.

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