Work Appreciation Affirmations

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Hi everyone, this is Hope. Welcome to the podcast.

Whatever kind of moment you're stepping out of or into,

I'm grateful you found your way here.

Maybe you pressed play today because work feels heavy.

Maybe you're longing for joy in the middle of routines that feel endless.

Or maybe your ambition and your energy aren't exactly aligned right now.

Wherever you are, thank you for being here.

And just so you know, what you're feeling is human.

Maybe you've been asking yourself, why does this feel so hard?

Or shouldn't I enjoy this more?

Maybe you're carrying the quiet ache of burnout or the weight of expectations.

Your own or someone else's.

If that's where you are, take this in.

You're not failing.

You're not behind.

You're simply navigating the very real emotional landscape

of being a person who wants to do meaningful work.

Before we go any further, let's create our little pocket of peace right here.

A pause, a breath,

inhale, exhale.

Okay, let's begin.

Work isn't just tasks and deadlines.

It's identity, contribution, purpose.

When these pieces fall out of sync, it's easy to slip into thoughts like,

I'm not doing enough.

Or I should feel more inspired.

Or why can't I find joy in this?

And sometimes we compare, they seem motivated, they seem fulfilled.

What's wrong with me?

But here's something important.

You're allowed to cultivate enjoyment.

Joy at work isn't something you either have or don't have.

It's something you intentionally grow.

And small shifts in your inner world can open surprising doors.

There's real science behind this.

Research from the University of Michigan on Positive Emotion

found that even brief moments of intentional optimism

brought in cognitive flexibility, helping people think more creatively,

collaborate more easily, and experience less stress throughout the day.

Other studies on self-affirmation show that grounding yourself in your values

before entering a challenging environment increases confidence

and reduces performance related anxiety.

And I love this quote from William James.

Act as if what you do makes a difference.

It does.

Because that's the heart of enjoying work,

recognizing the meaning and what you bring,

even if your job isn't perfect, even if every day isn't lovely.

Work enjoyment isn't a mood.

It's a mindset you gently practice.

So let's practice together.

Today, I want to invite you into a set of affirmations designed specifically

for cultivating joy, presence, and self-appreciation in your work.

You can whisper them, think them, or simply let them land softly within you.

Affirmation.

One, I bring value to the work I do and my efforts matter.

Affirmation two, I choose to meet my tasks with presence, curiosity, and calm.

Affirmation three, I create joy in my work by honoring my strengths and trusting my growth.

Let's pause for another breath.

Deep, slow, steady, inhale, possibility, exhale pressure.

Enjoying work doesn't require a perfect job or a perfect day.

It requires moments of intention, moments like this.

When you choose a kinder, truer thought about your work, you shift your experience of it.

You return to yourself, you reclaim joy.

Studies on workplace well-being consistently show that employees who practice mindfulness or

positive self-talk report higher levels of engagement and resilience, even in demanding environments.

That means this practice isn't fluff, it's a tool, a real one.

So if you're listening right now and feeling disconnected from your work,

give yourself permission to take it one moment at a time.

One thought at a time, one breath at a time.

You are allowed to find delight in small wins.

You are allowed to take up space.

You are allowed to enjoy the work you do, not because it's easy,

but because you're learning how to meet it with intention.

Thank you for being here today.

Thank you for being someone who shows up, who tries, who grows.

If this moment brought you a hint of encouragement,

pass it to someone who might need the reminder that joy at work is possible,

even in seasons of strain.

And now a quick word from a partner on this journey of building a better inner world.

If you enjoy affirmations, mindset shifts, or practices that help you reconnect with

meaning and motivation, I want to tell you about the app we created called self-pause.

That's S-E-L-F-P-A-U-S-E.

It's available for both Android and Apple devices,

and it's full of resources designed to help you build a healthier,

more joyful inner relationship with your work, your goals, and yourself.

We built it for moments just like this, moments when you're ready to shape your mind toward

possibility.

So if you feel called, pause the scroll, download self-pause,

and begin creating a work day that feels more aligned, grounded, and genuinely enjoyable.

You have a beautiful day ahead. Thank you for being here.