Our words can give us strength or paralyze us, trigger feelings of confidence or sadness in us. Our thoughts and words are more than just letters strung together, so we should pay more attention to them and choose them wisely.

Flashlights that light our way

Self-empowerment is an effective and easy-to-use tool to specifically stop naysaying and see situations in a positive light. True flashlights that light the way. Self-affirmations are positively formulated sentences that we consciously address to ourselves. They are the key to mentally opening the door to confidence, strength and happiness. Words that give us support instead of pulling the rug out from under our feet. Just try it out today!

Pay attention to what you are doing particularly well, what you have already done well and what has gone extremely well for you. Consciously praise yourself for it. What can you be proud of? Use positive words such as: "I'm doing really well" or "I believe in myself and my abilities".

Be proud of yourself

Make yourself bigger by literally lifting yourself up. Remind yourself of everything you have already achieved and accomplished. Encourage yourself, give yourself courage, be proud of yourself!

Allow yourself a moment of peace and quiet every now and then to take a deep breath and gather new strength. Fill yourself with energy and confidence through words. Why not start now!

You can find more tips from our happiness expert Dr. Sandra Boltz in her book "ICare. 30 days. Mindfulness. Happiness", J. Kamphausen Media Group, via Amazon.