A new study shows that short self-affirmations (simple reflections on personal values) can boost happiness and reduce stress.

Positive declarations can enhance a child's academic and emotional development, resilience and overall well-being.

The start of a new year is a natural time to look forward—to think about what matters most to us, clarify what we want to focus on, and set goals or intentions for the year ahead. Affirmations can be ...

Snoop Dogg has fans buzzing after his recent appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show when he mentioned his affirmations for kids. For those who may not know, Snoop Dogg has a YouTube channel called ...

Few things are as grounding as words of affirmation. If you haven’t tried using words of affirmation on yourself or with loved ones, now is a great time to get started. What are affirmations, exactly?

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Mornings are supposed to feel safe and secure, but these days, it’s hard to feel either—especially when the first thing you see is a flood of bad news and doomscrolling on social media. Like many ...

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What are the words that keep you focused and motivated each day? They may have come from your grandmother, a favorite book or celebrity. We asked our ESSENCE Facebook friends to ask, “What ...