This is a book of affimrations and word art. What we think, read and are told influences our very thoughts which in turn influence our actions. When you fill your world with positive words it is a better place. Positive words make us happy, improve our self esteem and encourage us. Say goodbye to negative words and thoughts with these fun affirmations.

1. Word Art
and
Affirmations
by Leah Oviedo

2. Words have the power to brighten or darken our moods and the moods of those around us.
In the case of people we interact with regularly, our words and actions impact their whole
lives.
Ask anyone who was teased in school or has been the topic of nasty gossip. Look at
women, men and children who are victims of domestic violence. Even society pressures us
and tells us we are not perfect and that we need to change who we are to be happy.
We are barraged with words that affect us negatively on a daily basis. It should be no
surprise that negative words affect our self esteem and change how we see ourselves. While
it is not always possible to ignore negative comments, we have the choice to not give any
power to the words that are meant to hurt us.
Start your day off with a positive affirmation and put positive, encouraging, complimentary
words in your mind. When you say your positive affirmation enough and take actions to
make your life better, your life and confidence will improve. The change will not be
immediate. You have to say the words enough so they become true to you.
We have a choice of what words to use. Become aware of the words you use when talking
to people and talking to yourself. Are you being positive or negative? Are you agreeing with
others when they put themselves or another person down? If you need to change how you
talk, start slow with a few positive comments each day. Think about when we meet people
that we want to impress. We are on our best behavior and say positive words to that person.
We can act this way around our partners, family and friends as well.
We simply must be aware and be open to change.

19. A wonderful exercise to inspire yourself and keep your life on a positive track is to write down what you love
about yourself, why you are proud of yourself, what you have accomplished and what your goals are for the
future.
I have accomplished...
I am proud of myself because...
Some of my wonderful qualities are...
In the future I want...

20. Use the next page to write your own affirmation. Use the positive words listed on this page.
Keep all negative words out. For example, instead of saying "I will not fail", say "I will
succeed" Instead of "I am against pain", say I am "for joy".
talented great proud accepted
amazing goodness charming smart
wonderful passionate classy fantastic
independent yes elegant terrific
strong can excellent brilliant
fierce capable delightful deserving
beautiful possible divine valuable
handsome uncharted healthy accomplished
lovely imagine tenacious stunning
loving change dependable marvelous
healthy protected reliable equal
grateful one of a kind energetic deserving
thankful unique influential worthy
appreciative open lovely abundant
intelligent optimistic spirited rich
smart empowered vivacious wealthy
incredible special powerful admired
thoughtful innovative dynamic captivating
compassionate unstoppable qualified enchanting
kind outspoken responsible treasured
fearless peaceful daring congenial
brave adventure heroic bright
bold adventurous enterprising sparkling
brazen courage gentle effervescent
liberated courageous comforting peppy
free gifted able wise
opportunity possibility new happy

22. Word Art and Affirmations
Copyright © 2011 by ImpowerYou
Leah Oviedo is an artist, fundraiser, community volunteer and activist in Southern California. Her background
includes work with foster and homeless youth, domestic violence, sexual assault and environmental protection. You
can find more information at www.MPWRU.webs.com.
Acknowledgment
As usual, my family and friends are the reason I have confidence to share my art. Thank you for your constant
encouragement and love. Thank you to all my teachers. I have learned so many lessons and know that I have so
many more to learn. Thank you for your guidance and wisdom.
I would like to dedicate this book to everyone who has ever lost their way. I am so proud of you for continuing to
try even though life has been unfair. You can make positive changes if you choose. It is a challenge you are capable
of taking on!
Some troubles are too hard for an affirmation to solve, so if you need more help please find someone you can talk
to. YOU ARE IMPORTANT. YOU DESERVE TO BE HAPPY. YOU DESERVE TO BE LOVED.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK(8255)
National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE(7233)
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