Positive affirmations for stress

Here are some general affirmations to bring you peace, strength, and positivity in times of stress. 

1. I feel positive and peaceful.
2. I refuse to stress over things I can't control.
3. I make my peace my priority.
4. I am good enough, smart enough, and strong enough.
5. I free myself from worrying about the future.
6. I refuse to let stress ruin my happiness.
7. I have the power to change my thoughts.
8. I choose myself and my mental health above all else.
9. I am allowed to say no to stressful situations. 
10. My energy is too precious to waste on stress.
11. I see peace everywhere I look.
12. I choose sleep, rest, peace, and relaxation over stress and worry.
13. I give myself permission to leave stress in the past. 
14. Everything is ok.
15. I am allowed to enjoy this moment.
16. I am free to live without worrying about what's next.
17. I am blessed not stressed.
18. I am more powerful than anything that threatens my peace.
19. I am allowed to have tough days. Tomorrow will be better.
20. One step at a time. One day at a time. One hour at a time.
21. I wake up each morning determined to be calm, confident, and stress-free.
22. I choose to have a peaceful day.
23. I take deep, calming breaths when my stress begins to spiral.
24. I unclench my jaw, lower my shoulders, and release my stress.
25. I refuse to let stress stop me from living my best life.
26. I release myself from what I can't control.
27. I choose faith over fear and peace over perfection.
28. I release my responsibility over issues that aren't mine to solve.
29. I am worthy of positive thoughts even when I am overwhelmed. 
30. I can do this.
31. I refuse to let my stress eat away at my self-confidence.
32. For my own peace, I accept things as they occur.
33. I am able to experience stress triggers without having to react to them.
34. I give myself permission to let go, relax, and be calm.
35. I am becoming calmer and more peaceful every day.
36. All I need to do right now is breathe.
37. It's okay to feel stressed, but I will feel better soon.
38. I trust that everything in my life is happening for a reason.
39. I refuse to let my feelings spiral out of control.
40. I am strong; stress will not break me.
41. I am confident things are working out.
42. I am doing the best that I can.
43. I feel my stress flowing away from my body.
44. I am resilient.
45. I believe in my ability to get through stress.
46. I deserve a life free of stress, anxiety, and worries.
47. I feel complete peace of mind.
48. I dismiss the stories in my head that cause me to stress.
49. I trust the Universe to lead the way.
50. I've been through worse times, I'll make it through this.
51. I am stronger than my stress.
52. My feelings of stress are temporary and are passing.
53. I am in charge of how I feel, and today I choose peace.
54. I replace stress with calm. 
55. I am reclaiming my inner peace.
56. I deserve to live a life of love and peace.
57. I prioritize people who bring me peace.
58. I am relaxed and calm.
59. I am creating a peaceful environment for myself.
60. I am evolving into a happier, calmer me.
61. This situation will pass, so I choose to deal with it calmly.
62. I take a break from stress and find peace in stillness.
63. I am releasing my worries and replacing them with hope.

Positive affirmations for stress in your relationships 

Relationships aren’t perfect, and even the most loving relationship can occasionally be a source of stress. 

Here are some affirmations to help you release relationship stress and improve your connections with your loved ones. 

1. I let go of my need to be a people pleaser.
2. I release the need to control my relationships
3. I prioritize my mental health over the comfort of others.
4. Other people's stress is their own responsibility.
5. I step away from unnecessary drama to preserve my peace.
6. I am allowed to avoid people who have a negative impact on my mental health.
7. I surround myself with people who bring me peace. 
8. I find calm in the presence of those I love.
9. I am thankful for the people and situations that bring me peace.
10. I love myself enough to walk away from anyone who causes me stress.

Positive affirmations for stress at work

Work and career situations can be stressful, even when they come from a positive place such as being in charge of a high-profile project. 

Here are some affirmations to help you feel at peace in the workplace. 

1. This situation is temporary and so is my stress.
2. I am stressed, but I know this will pass.
3. I am powerful, and I've got this.
4. I am calm even when my career isn't going as planned.
5. My brain has more important things to do than being stressed out.
6. I focus on progress, not perfection.
7. I am capable of overcoming challenges at work.
8. I am stronger than anything causing me stress.
9. I am able to respond to all situations from a place of calm.
10. I focus on what is in my power – and ignore what I can't control.

Final thoughts

Practicing positive affirmations for stress can provide peace and reduce stressful thoughts. 

To access their full power, here are some helpful tips. 

• Find a quiet spot. 
• Get in a comfortable position. 
• Read these affirmations to find the ones that resonate with you. 
• Repeat your favorite affirmations, out loud or to yourself. 
• Internalize the affirmations. Think about how they apply to your life. Allow yourself to truly believe them. 

Stressful situations might be inevitable, but you can overcome them.