Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Affirmations can have a positive effect on a person's self-worth. Here's how to get started. (Getty Images) Affirmations can ...

I figured that if I said it enough, I would convince the world that I really was the greatest. — Muhammad Ali I took an airplane flight the other day, which was smooth but nonetheless eventful. I was ...

Self-affirmation, a psychological mechanism enabling individuals to reflect upon their core values and strengths, has emerged as a promising intervention strategy to bolster well-being and support ...

Does repeating a positive phrase called an affirmation out loud or to oneself change one's feelings or behavior? Some psychologists believe the answer to this question is yes. Others remain skeptical.