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EPISODE · Aug 19, 2025 · 14 MIN

You need positive affirmations in your life - here's why!

from From my Counselling years to your listening ears. Hello and welcome. · host Heidi Lester

Positive affirmations are everywhere — but do they really work? In this episode, we explore the science behind affirmations, why they sometimes feel awkward or fake, and how to create affirmations that truly help you build confidence and kindness toward yourself. You’ll learn: • What positive affirmations really are • Why your brain might resist them at first • How affirmations can rewire your brain over time • Tips to personalise affirmations that feel authentic • How to pair affirmations with real-life actions for best results Hi, I’m Heidi Lester, a Counsellor and Psychotherapist with 25 years of experience working with young people and young adults. This podcast is a space created just for you — a place where you can feel truly heard, seen, and valued. I share daily content on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook designed to help you navigate your mental health and make the most of being exactly who you are. I’d love to connect with you! Feel free to reach out to me through any of these channels, or contact me directly at [email protected].

Positive affirmations are everywhere — but do they really work? In this episode, we explore the science behind affirmations, why they sometimes feel awkward or fake, and how to create affirmations that truly help you build confidence and kindness toward yourself. You’ll learn: • What positive affirmations really are • Why your brain might resist them at first • How affirmations can rewire your brain over time • Tips to personalise affirmations that feel authentic • How to pair affirmations with real-life actions for best results Hi, I’m Heidi Lester, a Counsellor and Psychotherapist with 25 years of experience working with young people and young adults. This podcast is a space created just for you — a place where you can feel truly heard, seen, and valued. I share daily content on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook designed to help you navigate your mental health and make the most of being exactly who you are. I’d love to connect with you! Feel free to reach out to me through any of these channels, or contact me directly at [email protected].

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