Allow your uniqueness to shine through and embrace YOU! Allow yourself to be heard by others. Let your voice reflect who you are. Your voice is a path to self expression—use it. Your voice is more than sounds that come out of your mouth; it’s identity and communication.
Affirmations and positive self-talk can change the way that you live your life. Using affirmations or positive self-talk can provide benefits for mental and physical health. Positive affirmations work by replacing negative thought patterns with healthier ways of thinking. They can provide a positive impact on the brain and body. Some benefits of positive self-talk include increased self confidence, reinforced beliefs and core values, reduced anxiety, and a positive/growth mindset.
… when we speak we are afraid
our words will not be heard
nor welcomed
but when we are silent
we are still afraid
So it is better to speak …
– from ‘A Litany for Survival’ (1978) by Audre Lorde
