Challenging times are an unavoidable part of the human experience, affecting everyone at some point, but it is critical to remember that they are just temporary and will pass.
“I like to use the hard times in the past to motivate me today.” — Dwayne Johnson
Using affirmations for hard times is one approach to shift our thoughts and emotions. They can help us focus on how we want to feel and how we can cope.
Choose a few affirmations that you believe are most appropriate for the crisis or difficult time. What feels genuine and proper and helpful to one person may not be the same for another. So, use these ideas to make your own affirmations or mantras. For example, you can make them more specific by mentioning something specific for which you are grateful or a specific coping approach that you intend to apply.
Another option would be to write them on a sticky note or index card. Sticky notes take very little space, so they’re ideal for placing on a mirror, refrigerator, or work computer.
Repeat your affirmations to yourself aloud a few times each day. Reading them aloud works because you hear them in your own voice.
By actively repeating affirmations, we replace self-limiting and negative beliefs with empowering statements that inspire hope and inner strength. They serve as a guiding light, reminding us that we have the ability to change our world and overcome adversity.
When we focus our attention on uplifting affirmations, we create a mental environment that fosters resilience, optimism, and belief in our ability to overcome hard times.
Detailed posts on affirmations:
Powerful Affirmations for Hard Times
1. As long as I’m breathing, I don’t need to lose hope.
2. I’m slowly becoming the type of person who can face this storm.
3. Most things I am worried about won’t happen.
4. I feel grateful for all the things I have.
5. Spending some time in nature will relax me.
6. I’m replacing my negative thoughts with positive ones.
7. The challenges I go through make me mature.
8. I won’t be struggling my entire life.
9. I don’t need to carry the whole weight of the world.
10. My current situation will only make me stronger, wiser, and more powerful.
11. I have a family I can get support from when I need it.
12. I chose to shine rather than suffer.
13. In hard times, I better understand who is a friend and who is a foe.
14. Hard times are opportunities for growth.
15. I can’t grow by just having good days.
16. I can see what needs to be addressed first and then proceed with the rest.
17. I’ll be proud of myself when these days are gone.
18. What is most important is that I live according to my values.
19. A new obstacle means a new success story. I will not pass up this opportunity.
20. I accept all of the positives in my life because I understand that it is the foundation for all plenty.
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21. I rise like the sun out of the darkness.
22. Life is just as good as I make it.
23. I am willing to take on more difficult difficulties.
24. I am confident that I can get through this.
25. I have powers that even I am unaware of.
26. Everything I have been through has made me grow.
27. As long as I have hope, I will overcome obstacles one by one.
28. This is my life to live, and I plan to make the most of it.
29. Sometimes I fall, but just to rest. I get up again when I’m ready.
30. This will not be as important in five years as I believe it will be now.
31. Little problems cannot be solved in a hopeless situation.
32. I am in charge of my thoughts, feelings, and actions.
33. As long as I keep moving forward, I will surely reach my goal.
34. Hard times do not get the best of me.
35. Change is hard, but I dare to do it.
36. When I’ve done everything I know how to do, I let my mind rest.
37. I should thank my hard days for making me a resilient person.
38. I’ve been knocked down before, but I can get back up again.
39. Hard times are the spice of life. If there is no spice, life has no taste.
40. I welcome fear as a reminder to be cautious, but I choose to let it go when it no longer serves me.
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41. I don’t have to go the way everyone else goes. This is my life.
42. I am a resilient being who is capable of overcoming life’s hardships.
43. Everyone has hard times, but not everyone finds solutions.
44. Regardless of the news of the day, I will always seek peace and sanctuary.
45. Those who refuse to give up deserve better days.
46. My worth is not defined by the newest headline.
47. Trust in my own strength will save me from dark days.
48. I have a solid group of people that love me unconditionally.
49. Even if I don’t feel brave, I should take one more step.
50. I will be the change I hope to see in the world.
51. Living this life is a beautiful experience, despite its hard sides.
52. My bills are paid, and I may live freely.
53. I support myself and I know these hard times will pass.
54. I earn a lot of money and enjoy what I do.
55. The challenges I face don’t matter once I know what I’m doing.
56. Not getting what I want isn’t always horrible.
57. It’s natural to feel tired. I will start the new day more energetically.
58. Other people’s opinions cannot determine who I am.
59. Better days are just a step away. There’s no reason to quit.
60. Knowing that I’ve been through hard times before proves that I can get through this obstacle.
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61. The actions I take point me in the correct direction.
62. I may be unhappy today, but I know better days are ahead.
63. I never lose my fighting spirit.
64. I’m not going to be living with this my entire life, and I can endure temporary discomfort.
65. I have carried a lot; now, I put the burdens down.
66. I get through tough times easier if I accept life as it is.
67. I allow myself to be taken care of, just as I care for others.
68. I am a positive thinker, and I know good things are happening.
69. Past victories remind me that I will be okay.
70. I try to change what I can and accept what I can’t.
71. I don’t shy away from the hard emotions. They are valid and deserve expression.
72. I’m not sure how yet, but it will be fine.
73. In the present moment, I catch glimmers of relief and peace.
74. I’m going to learn from this. I’m not sure what yet, but I will learn from this.
75. I breathe, and therefore, all is ultimately well.
76. There must be a silver lining, even if I cannot see it yet.
77. Heavy days are made lighter when I accept help from others.
78. Despite my fear, I act courageously. I am powerful and strong.
79. I am deserving of a break when times are hard.
80. This is making me stronger, even though I feel weak right now.
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81. These are hard times, so I will take extra good care of myself.
82. Diamonds are formed through pressure and heat. I am turning into a diamond!
83. I’m unstoppable. I ride out the hard times and into better days.
84. Generations before me have gone through worse.
85. A pause to catch my breath is a sensible decision.
86. This too will pass, and better days are on the way.
87. I’m at peace with what is; it makes the hard times less challenging.
88. I believe in the journey of life and choose to find delight in the present moment.
89. I have plenty of fights left within me.
90. I let go of fear and embrace courage, taking daring steps into the unknown.
91. I am well-versed in life’s issues. I understand they do not last forever.
92. Each day brings me closer to a brighter and more rewarding future.
93. I don’t allow repetitive thoughts to overpower the present moment.
94. Thinking that I will not survive anything does not make it true.
95. My breath carries me through even the most hard times.
96. No matter how I feel, there is always peace within me.
97. My intuition leads me. Something larger than myself always provides me with support.
98. Feeling pain, as difficult as it might be at times, is part of being human.
99. I may be fearful and courageous at the same moment.
100. The more unkind life feels, the more nice I am to myself.
101. I balance self-care and conscious action in the face of hard times.
Final Thoughts on Affirmations for Hard Times
I hope these 101 powerful affirmations for hard times are useful and bring you some unexpected smiles and slivers of joy even in difficult situations. Please use these as a starting point to develop your own positive affirmations that reflect your personality and experiences.
I’d love to hear what affirmations you use to bring happiness, joy, and peace into your lives during these difficult times. Share your inspiration in the comments section below.
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