The power of "I am"

One of the most powerful statements we can utter begins with "I am." What we tend to hear most are negative statements such as: "I am fat." "I am alone." "I am unemployed." or "I am stupid." These statements become declarations of who we are and how we present ourselves to others. They reinforce our condition and attract more of what contributes to maintaining that status. On the other hand there are positive statements we can make such as: "I am competent at what I do." "I am open to whatever good comes my way." or "I am deserving of love." Again these declarations will attract that upon which we focus. Which set of statements sounds more like what you are sending out to the Universe? The good news is that you are not condemned to remain in the negative. If this has been a pattern of thinking for you, you can begin to change that pattern by starting with something simple and achievable. Find one thing that you like about yourself. Maybe it is your smile or your willingness to help others. Now look at yourself in the mirror and confidently assert, "I am ..." How does that feel? Keep practicing this for one month and note what changes for you. You will see how powerful "I am" messages are. What is your "I am" today?