September Affirmations

Even before 2020 began, I was well into a path of self-work. Through therapy and spiritual practice, I’ve learned a lot about myself; my triggers, my purpose, and my needs. I’ve tried my best to apply what I’ve learned when operating in my connections with others. I’ve noticed, though, that in my connections with others, I have an easier time making room for their flaws. I’m more reassuring, and sometimes, more affirming than I’ve been with myself. How can that be? I know better, I advise people all the time on how to treat themselves, and I hold that standard towards others, so, why not always with myself?

This is very human of me. And me saying that just now is in practice of what I need more of: grace. I have to keep reminding myself that life is a process of growing and learning, and the point isn’t to reach that growth completely, but to make room to always grow. So, I’m offering myself space and forgiveness. I’m reminding myself that it’s okay for me to not know it all. This quote I came across helps: 

“Mistakes are a fact of life. It is the response to the error that counts.” -Nikki Giovanni

Live life, this quote says to me, there will be mistakes there, and you’re allowed to make them. It’s the best way to grow, as long as you’re willing to learn from each mistake made. In this theme of giving ourselves grace to make mistakes and learn from them, here are some affirmations: 

I am gentle with myself. 

I expect nothing but to grow further into my highest self. 

I am appreciative of the lessons I learn. 

I make room for myself to keep learning and growing. 

I offer myself compassion. 

I have Love for all of my flaws. 

I speak to myself as I would my closest friend. 

I am accepting and allowing of imperfection. 

Let’s keep growing. Let’s keep allowing ourselves the space to be who we’re meant to be. That person is not perfect, that person is better than that. That person is human.