In this Mindset Monday episode of Properties to Profits, I dive into the power of affirmations—but not the fluffy kind. I break down why most people get affirmations wrong, and how to flip them into a daily tool that actually changes your behavior, mindset, and results. This isn’t about wishful thinking—it’s about commitment, identity, and real action.

You’ll learn how to create affirmations that don’t just sound good, but actually make you better. I walk through a clear framework to align your words with your actions and to stop the internal resistance that arises when you repeat something you don’t believe. If you want to be more consistent, more focused, and more intentional in who you’re becoming, this episode will give you the blueprint.

Episode Timeline

[0:00] Why most affirmations fail—and how to fix them

[1:09] Your subconscious resists vague affirmations like “I’m successful”

[1:33] A better framework: identity, commitment, reason, action

[2:12] What happens when affirmations are tied to real behavior

[2:33] Use affirmations to reduce drifting and increase consistency

[3:08] Example: how I use affirmations to show up as a better dad

[4:08] Replace “I’m in shape” with “I do what’s required to be in shape”

[4:28] Pick one life category for 30 days: money, health, parenting, etc.

[4:56] Why daily repetition programs your subconscious over time

[5:20] Track it: journaling + habit tracking builds belief

[6:03] Affirmations should end the inner battle, not start it

[6:47] Pressure isn’t the enemy—it’s growth disguised

[7:06] Affirmations = identity + action + proof

[7:36] Start small, win daily, and stack evidence for the life you want

3 Key Takeaways

1. Affirmations should be tied to identity, commitment, and action—not just feel-good phrases.
2. Pick one area of life and write an affirmation that drives specific behavior daily.
3. When you act in alignment with your words, you stop negotiating with yourself—and you start changing your life.

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