Chingonas, you have the power to speak positivity, success and happiness into existence. Whether you’re making a career change, going back to school or reaching a new milestone in life, the first step in achieving any life goal is having the confidence to push yourself forward. This is where the practice of positive thinking and self-empowerment comes in. Out of all the many tools and resources available to you for empowering your self, the simplest and most power tool you can use is positive self-talk. Let us show you some ways you can manifest your dreams into reality with positive thinking.
Use Affirmations
Affirmations are positive statements spoken out loud or written down that you can repeat to yourself daily. We’ve all been there, feeling unmotivated or unworthy and letting self-sabotaging or negative thoughts get in our way. Daily positive affirmations can help you challenge and overcome that negativity. You’d be surprised at how effective positive affirmations can be in creating positive energy! We encourage you to feed yourself words of empowerment every day through affirmations. Repeat after me:
Set Measurable Goals
"Si el plan no funciona, cambia el plan no cambies la meta." This quote has always resonated deeply with me. Change your plans chingona, not your goals. Measurable, achievable goals are an important part of self-empowerment, and understanding how to set them and how to adjust when life happens can help you feel good about your achievements no matter how big or small. If you want to buy a home, start with smaller goals like saving a specific amount of money first. If you want to run a 10K, start with smaller, increasing distances first, rather than trying to run the entire 6 miles on day one. Setting smaller goals first will help you achieve your larger goals in the long run.
Practice Self-Care
Be kind to yourself, chula. Give yourself the love and light you deserve with positive words and positive actions. Practicing self-care means doing what makes you feel your happiest and healthiest, which is the ultimate form of self-empowerment. Schedule time for yourself to relax and rejuvenate. Learn how with our self-care tips for hardworking chingonas.
Surround Yourself with Positive People
They say your vibe attracts your tribe, and we couldn't agree more! Surround yourself with like-minded, motivated chingonas who can help you feel empowered. When you need a little motivation, call up your positive primas, amigas, or peers. When others radiate love and light, it can help improve your mental well-being, minimize your negativity, and empower you to follow your dreams.
Live Your Best Self-Empowered, Chingona Life
Those who take control of their lives through positive thinking are usually happier, more fulfilled and more satisfied in their careers. Taking steps every day to design a life that you love is going to take you far. Reach for the stars, chingonas!
