When Affirmations Just Aren't Cutting It: A Chair-Top Confession

Did you know affirmations alone might not be enough? In this episode of the Crown Yourself podcast, host Kimberly Spencer delves into her journey with affirmations, explaining why they initially failed her. She emphasizes the necessity of embodying beliefs rather than merely stating them. Kimberly introduces the concept of a "creed," a personal set of standards that resonate deeply and guide one's actions. She shares personal anecdotes, highlighting the importance of full-body commitment and genuine willingness to achieve goals. Kimberly encourages listeners to create their own creed, embody their desires, and rise into higher versions of themselves, ultimately crafting a life that truly rules. What you will learn from this episode… Kimberly Spencer's personal experience with affirmations The importance of embodying beliefs rather than just affirming them Introduction of the concept of a "creed" as a set of standards for oneself Affirmations not working without full-body belief and commitment Contrast between affirmations and the experience of buying a house Emphasizing the need for beliefs to resonate with the body and be backed up by genuine willingness Encouragement to assess goals and consider daily actions and behaviors Crafting and creating magic through the subconscious mind Creating a personal creed that deeply resonates with the soul Setting new standards and cutting out things that hinder achieving desires Enjoy, sovereigns! Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or your favorite podcast listening platform. You can also watch the episode on Youtube. Quotes: If certain boundary lines were crossed and that experience taught me what a full affirmation was. A full affirmation is actually an embodiment. ~ Kimberly Spencer People trust things that you can say in fewer words. So if you can have brevity and instead of affirming, you just commit, you just decide there's no affirmation needed. ~ Kimberly Spencer You have to embody the affirmations so that the affirmation feels as natural as your name. ~ Kimberly Spencer Moments of Note: Affirmations: A Myth (00:00:00) Kimberly discusses the myth of affirmations in personal development and how they didn't work for her in the past. Embodying Beliefs (00:01:15) Kimberly shares her personal experience with affirmations and emphasizes the importance of embodying beliefs rather than just affirming them. Full Body Yes: The Key to Affirmations (00:02:34) Kimberly explains the significance of having a full body "yes" and truly believing in affirmations for them to work effectively. Affirmation vs. Embodiment (00:03:36) Kimberly contrasts the concept of affirmations with the importance of embodying the beliefs and aspirations to make them effective. Engaging in Actions of a Seven-Figure Earner (00:04:39) Kimberly emphasizes the importance of aligning actions with aspirations and embodying the mindset and behaviors of a successful business owner. Becoming the Vibrational Match (00:05:57) Kimberly discusses the significance of becoming the vibrational match for one's desires and how it impacts the effectiveness of affirmations. Shifting Vibration through Embodiment (00:07:16) Kimberly explains how to shift vibrations through embodiment and engage with aspirations on a physical and emotional level. Affirmations as Acting vs. Embodiment (00:08:30) Kimberly compares affirmations to acting and emphasizes the importance of embodying beliefs rather than just affirming them. Creed: Setting Standards for Excellence (00:10:41) Kimberly introduces the concept of a "creed" as a set of standards for oneself and explains its significance in personal development. Choosing to Love Myself (00:15:15) Kimberly discusses the importance of making conscious choices and the transformational power of self-love and forgiveness. Language and Belief (00:19:35) Kimberly emphasizes the significance of language and the impact of beliefs on personal development and self-expression. Crafting Magic with Your Subconscious Mind (00:20:45) Kimberly discusses the process of inviting new beliefs into your life and the importance of creating a personal creed. Setting Standards with Your Creed (00:22:02) Kimberly emphasizes the significance of embodying beliefs and setting new standards through the creation of a personal creed. Embodying What You Desire (00:23:15) Kimberly expresses her commitment to supporting listeners in embodying their desires and creating a life that rules. Creating a Royal Ripple of Kindness (00:24:01) Encouragement to share the podcast to support more people in their sovereignty and create a positive impact. Mentions + Additional Resources: "Introduction to the topic of affirmations and the personal experience of the speaker with affirmations in the past": "00:00:00" "Story of the speaker's experience with affirmations in a coaching program in 2017 and the realization that affirmations didn't work for her": "00:01:15" "The speaker's experience with affirmations during the time of giving birth and the realization that affirmations don't work when you're wanting to want something": "00:02:34" "Discussion on the reasons why affirmations don't work, including the lack of a full-body yes and the gap between affirmation and belief": "00:03:36" "Personal experience of buying a house and the realization of what a full affirmation means": "00:04:39" "Explanation of the word 'affirm' and the importance of embodying affirmations rather than just stating them": "00:05:57" "The importance of taking action and embodying the behaviors of the desired outcome, using the example of a seven-figure business owner": "00:07:16" Transcript: For a full episode transcript, it can be found here. 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