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Musicians tend to be very temperamental souls. I know because I am one. My moods can swing from happy and positive to anger/worry and despair in a very short time span. I have trouble with being confident, having faith in my abilities, dealing with rejection, and more. Over the years, I’ve learned to cope by spending time alone, journaling, and engaging in physical activities. I’ve also learned about triggers — what they are for me, why they are there, how to avoid them, and what to do when I’ve been triggered.

One of the biggest factors that help me show up as my best self as a musician is mindfulness. More specifically, I’ve learned to be more in control of my emotions, feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, and self-defeating thoughts by affirming myself.

Positive affirmations remind me of my purpose and help me to re-frame my thoughts to align more with my values and my true self. Often times we forget who we are and why we’re doing music. We get distracted by others — other musicians, gatekeepers, friends, haters, and other random stuff. These things can bring about self-doubt which hinders us from being our best.

With a mindfulness practice of affirming yourself, you can re-align your thoughts and promote balance in your mindset and overall disposition. You’ll be more productive, make even better music, be more present with your tribe, and be more satisfied and fulfilled in your music journey.

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Here are some of my favorite positive affirmations for musicians…

Being confident and believing in yourself as a musician.

 

  • I am confident in the process of my journey. May every step I take or mistake I make this week be toward my higher purpose as an artist.
  • I am right where I need to be at this very moment.
  • I trust that my abilities and creativity will take me to the places I need to go.
  • I believe in myself and my music.
  • My art is meaningful.
  • I am enough.
  • I deserve every good thing that comes my way.
  • I acknowledge my self-worth. I am more than capable of being my best self as a musician.
  • Being an artist aligns with my values as a creative being.

Setting your intention for practice, performing, or doing music-related work.

  • Today, I set my intentions to carry out my purpose as a musician in whatever form that takes.
  • I commit myself to my art.
  • May I be productive and efficient in my artistry today.
  • May the music work I do this week be a beacon of light to all.
  • I am highly capable to do the work of music.
  • I pursue my music work with passion and conviction.
  • I am excited to make art.

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Setting artistic goals.

  • I hold space for my artistic dreams to become a reality.
  • I support my efforts to achieve whatever artistic goals I set.
  • I manifest great success in my journey as a musician.
  • There’s nothing in this world that I can’t do.
  • I choose to put my resources and energy into my dreams.
  • Everything I need to achieve greatness is already in my possession.

Re-framing your mindset.

  • I am learning to go with the flow. I am learning to let go of that which no longer serves me.
  • I have mastered my mind and emotions over things that I cannot control.
  • I calm my mind and agree with the power that is inside me.
  • I give myself grace to make mistakes. May each mistake be a necessary step toward my higher purpose.
  • I ground myself in my musical purpose.

Engaging with your tribe.

  • My music fulfills an important need.
  • People are inspired by my art.
  • My tribe is here to support me and they are happy to invest in my music.
  • My music resonates with those who need it the most.

Develop a mindfulness practice each day by repeating these affirmations to yourself. You’ll start to see results soon after. For me, these affirmations have been life-giving in every way possible. I’m more confident in myself and I feel more equipped to overcome intrusive thoughts.

Being in control of your emotions and having more awareness of your mindset can make a world of difference, especially for musicians! Use these affirmations to change your life!


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