We as moms are all overwhelmed, aren’t we? We’re exhausted, overstimulated, and incredibly busy. Our brains are foggy and we have no energy. Some of us have little help from family and we don’t have many friends. We often struggle with finances, health issues, loneliness, anxiety and depression, relationship ups and downs, hormones, and so much more.

No matter what you are feeling, we could all use a little pick me up. Enter positive affirmations. These are phrases that you can say out loud or in your head to give your self-esteem a boost. WebMD says that positive affirmations are about “affirming yourself and replacing negative thoughts with positive self-talk.”

Does more confidence, love, and peace sound like something you need in your life? Embrace positive affirmations and see how they can change your life!

Positive Affirmations for Mamas

Here is a list of positive affirmations that you can repeat to yourself when you need a reminder of your worth, value, and potential.

1. My life is a good one; it’s one worth living.
2. I am capable of being a good mother to my children.
3. By prioritizing and persevering, I can tackle everything I need to today.
4. I am worth care, attention, compassion, and love.
5. My kids deserve to see a happy, healthy mom, and I will do my best to be that example for them.
6. As I learn to love myself, I will help others do the same.
7. I can be gentle with my children, and I can be gentle with myself.
8. As I care for others, I will also consider my own needs.
9. My kids need me; I am not replaceable in their lives.
10. My worth as a human is not dictated by how much I accomplish today.
11. If I am not satisfied with who I am today, I can put in the work to grow and progress.
12. I may not be where I planned to be in my life, but I am where I need to be and I can do good in this place.
13. I can set healthy boundaries with family members and friends while still loving them.
14. I can be a good friend, and I deserve having the support of good friends.
15. I may not be able to protect my kids from everything in the world, but I can create a safe space for them in my company.
16. I am allowed to change my mind, alter my behaviors, and grow as a person.
17. I will not let my past traumas hurt other people.
18. I will not allow negative emotions to hurt myself or others, ruin my personal progress, or dictate my behaviors.
19. Life can be hard, but that doesn’t mean it’s not beautiful.
20. I will focus on what I can realistically do without fixating on what is beyond my control.
21. I will not project my insecurities and traumas onto my children and loved ones.
22. I am a good person who is trying her best to navigate a messy world.
23. My mental health and physical health are worth my care and attention.
24. I will address my personal problems in healthy ways.
25. I can lift up other moms and show them the support I also crave.
26. I am not a perfect mother, but I make sure my children feel loved.
27. I deserve to be treated with love and respect, and I will not settle for less.
28. I can’t control what I did yesterday, but I can make better decisions today.
29. My feelings are valid.
30. I have good days and bad days; both are worth living.

All Moms Need Support

Spreading the power of positivity is a wonderful gift! Help another mom see her own self-worth, self-esteem, and self-confidence by sending her the link to this post. Let her know that you love her and she should practice these mantras to give herself some love, too!

Here’s an additional reminder: when you are having a good week, take a moment to check in on your mom friends – you never know when those feelings of overwhelm will hit again.

Let’s be there for each other in good times and bad. We are raising a generation, and it’s hard work! We’ve got this, mamas!