The word mantra, often interchanged with affirmation, is derived from two Sanskrit words – manas (mind) and tra (tools). Its literal translation is “a tool for the mind”. It was designed, thousands of years ago, to help practitioners access their own higher consciousness. The repetition or chanting of a mantra encourages the mind to enter a more focused, meditative state.
A mantra is said to be fueled by the act of consistent repetition, with consistency being the key. Used once, a mantra can leave us feeling focused, calm and present. But, by repeating a thought, phrase or idea, it starts to gain strength and energy within our psyche, helping us anchor to the present moment and our breath.
We’ve put together 25 mantras or affirmations to help calm you down and come into the present moment. Pick a new one each day or stick with one that feels good for a week or so. You can say them out loud, write them down, save them to your phone screen, or post them on a sticky note somewhere you will see them in times of stress.
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25 Affirmations to Calm down
- My tension is melting away.
- Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.
- I overcome my fear of anything and everything and live life courageously.
- I unwind easily at the end of a busy day.
- My mind is slowing down.
- Being calm and centered is one of the top priorities in my life.
- My mind is peaceful throughout the day.
- I am releasing my concerns by breathing slowly and deeply.
- Whenever I am stressed, I stop and release any tension in my body.
- Calmness washes over me with every deep breath I take.
- My mind is still and smooth, like a lake at dawn.
- Every cell in my body is relaxed and oozes calmness.
- I eliminate all stress from my life because my health and well-being is far more important.
- Exhaling, I let my shoulders drop and become utterly relaxed.
- I let go of anxiety and embrace calm.
- This is only temporary.
- I am letting go of all my worries and fears.
- Breathing in I calm my body, breathing out I smile.
- I am breathing slowly and deeply, filling myself with calmness.
- Every breath I inhale calms me and every breath I exhale takes away tension.
- All I need to do right now is breathe.
- Today I do whatever is necessary to bring harmony into my life.
- Within me is a peacefulness that cannot be disturbed.
- Perfect relaxation flows through my entire body.
- I stay relaxed and composed in the face of conflict.
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