Affirmations can have a positive effect on a person's self-worth. Here's how to get started. (Getty Images) Affirmations can change our behaviors and feelings because they’re a form of positive ...

It's not about having perfect self-esteem, but about reminding yourself every day that you are enough, complete, and valuable. These affirmations can help heal your inner dialogue and bring you back ...

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 ...

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 ...

Our beauty secrets are what make our routines sacred. As we pamper ourselves and apply our favorite products, we come alive. But what if we told you that one of the best beauty secrets you can do for ...

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 ...

Research suggests that consistent positive affirmations can significantly boost teens' self-esteem and resilience. Studies ...

I used to think that positive affirmations were nonsense. I’m not alone. Most of my friends truly can’t stand them. It just reminds you of the corny self-help audiotapes from the 80s and 90s. And many ...

This summer, plenty of celebrities, from models to Olympians, have demonstrated or spoken out about the power of affirmations. But what are affirmations, and do they actually work? And perhaps a more ...