Positive declarations can enhance a child's academic and emotional development, resilience and overall well-being.

Snoop Dogg has fans buzzing after his recent appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show when he mentioned his affirmations for kids. For those who may not know, Snoop Dogg has a YouTube channel called ...

A new study shows that short self-affirmations (simple reflections on personal values) can boost happiness and reduce stress.

Self-affirmations can help increase your self-worth and motivation. With regular practice, you can shift your focus toward your strengths and adapt to new circumstances more easily. Self-affirmation ...

These affirmations work with November’s natural pull toward introspection and preparation. They’re designed for shorter days, ...

The start of a new year is a natural time to look forward—to think about what matters most to us, clarify what we want to focus on, and set goals or intentions for the year ahead. Affirmations can be ...

Dr. Sanam Hafeez is a NYC-based neuropsychologist and Director of Comprehend the Mind, a diagnostic and treatment center for neuropsychological, psychiatric and educational difficulties. According to ...

This summer, plenty of celebrities, from models to Olympians, have demonstrated or spoken out about the power of affirmations. But what are affirmations, and do they actually work? And perhaps a more ...

Self-affirmations might seem sappy, but they can they contribute to people’s happiness and well-being, according to a new ...

Mornings are supposed to feel safe and secure, but these days, it’s hard to feel either—especially when the first thing you see is a flood of bad news and doomscrolling on social media. Like many ...

What are the words that keep you focused and motivated each day? They may have come from your grandmother, a favorite book or celebrity. We asked our ESSENCE Facebook friends to ask, “What ...