Think about this – your thoughts shape your emotions, which shape your actions, which shape your entire day. In order to start your day off on the right foot, try reciting a positive affirmation to yourself. According to YogaBasics, a mantra is “a word or series of words chanted aloud or silently to invoke spiritual qualities.” From your self-image and the way you take up space in this world, to the way you process what’s going on around you, using a mantra daily gives you the power to guide your thoughts.
A mantra can be as simple as using the words “inhale-exhale” to deepen your focus in meditation, or one word that you’d like to embody more, such as “peace,” “calm,” or “love” or as complex as a complete statement. According to Healthline, here are some of the most frequent benefits those who develop a mantra practice see:
- Reduced stress
- Increase self-awareness
- Increased self-love
- Reduced anxiety
- A greater sense of calm
- Less fatigue
