72 Gratitude Affirmations to Supercharge your Day

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Cultivating gratitude using affirmations

Practicing gratitude is a simple yet powerful way to transform your life. Scientific studies have shown that it can boost happiness, reduce stress and anxiety, and even improve sleep.

One of the easiest ways to add a little gratitude to your life is by using affirmations. An affirmation is a positive statement that you repeat to yourself regularly. So a gratitude affirmation is a statement like "I am thankful for my comfy bed." Saying these affirmations repeatedly can cultivate a more positive mindset and help you appreciate the good things in your life.

But when you're feeling uninspired or going through a tough time, it can be a struggle to come up with your own gratitude affirmations. That's why I've put together this list of 72 affirmations to help get you started!

Gratitude Affirmations

Four affirmation cards on a wooden table. The four affirmations are: "I am grateful for kind strangers who remind me there is goodness everywhere," "I am grateful for the chance to give back to my community," "I am grateful for the lessons I have learned on my journey so far," and "I am grateful for all of my emotions, even the challenging ones, as they show me I'm fully alive."
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I've created six free printable gratitude affirmation cards for you to download on my free resources page! I've also made the full deck of 40 printable cards available for purchase on Etsy.

Gratitude affirmations for the present

  1. I am grateful for the calming power of each breath
  2. I am grateful for being present in this moment
  3. I am grateful for where I am in my life right now
  4. I am grateful for each moment that I am alive

Gratitude affirmations for personal growth

  1. I am grateful for all of the obstacles I have overcome to be where I am today
  2. I am grateful for life's challenges and the lessons they help me learn
  3. I am grateful for the goals that help me move forward
  4. I am grateful for the progress that I am making
  5. I am grateful for my resilience and ability to bounce back after setbacks
  6. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn new things
  7. I am grateful for the opportunity to make the world a better place

Gratitude affirmations for everyday blessings

  1. I am grateful for my happy memories that bring me joy when I think of them
  2. I am grateful for the rest and rejuvenation that sleep provides
  3. I am grateful for the everyday tools and technology that make my life easier
  4. I am grateful for the cozy comfort of my bed
  5. I am grateful for nutritious food that keeps my body healthy
  6. I am grateful for clothes that keep my body comfortable and safe
  7. I am grateful for soap that keeps me fresh and clean
  8. I am grateful for the beauty that is all around me
  9. I am grateful for moments of quiet reflection
  10. I am grateful for moments of excitement and adventure
  11. I am grateful for medicines that help me heal from sickness and injury
  12. I am grateful for jokes that remind me to enjoy the lighter side of life
  13. I am grateful for art that stirs emotion deep within me
  14. I am grateful for the many modes of transportation that allow me to travel far and wide
  15. I am grateful for books that expand my mind
  16. I am grateful for music that uplifts my soul
  17. I am grateful for TV shows and movies that make me laugh and smile
  18. I am grateful for photos that capture my happy memories

Gratitude affirmations for the natural world

  1. I am grateful for the water that sustains life on earth
  2. I am grateful for the trees that provide shade, clean the air, and produce fruits
  3. I am grateful for the insects that pollinate plants and flowers
  4. I am grateful for the wondrous variety of animals that inhabit the Earth
  5. I am grateful for the plants that provide us with food, medicine and clothing
  6. I am grateful for fresh, clean air and how it clears my mind
  7. I am grateful for the magic of the snow in the winter
  8. I am grateful for the new flowers that bloom in spring
  9. I am grateful for the warmth and excitement of summer
  10. I am grateful for the beautiful colors of autumn
  11. I am grateful for the night sky that reminds me of my place in the universe
  12. I am grateful for the beauty of the northern lights and the wonder they inspire
  13. I am grateful for the stillness and quiet that comes after it snows
  14. I am grateful for the rich, earthy smell after it rains
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Like these affirmations? Then you'll love my printable deck of 40 gratitude affirmation cards! It's available for purchase on Etsy, or you can download a free sample from my free resources page!

Gratitude affirmations for people and the community

  1. I am grateful for my loved ones who fill my heart with joy
  2. I am grateful for kind strangers who remind me there is goodness everywhere
  3. I am grateful for the hardworking people who keep essential services running smoothly
  4. I am grateful for the people who inspire and uplift me
  5. I am grateful to the people who support me during challenging times
  6. I am grateful to the people who celebrate my successes with me
  7. I am grateful for opportunities to help and support others
  8. I am grateful for the chance to celebrate other people's wins
  9. I am grateful for the chance to give back to my community
  10. I am grateful for the opportunity to share my skills to help others
  11. I am grateful to the people who challenge me and push me to evolve

Gratitude affirmations for work

  1. I am grateful for the opportunity to do meaningful work
  2. I am grateful for the stability that my job provides
  3. I am grateful for the connections I've made through my work
  4. I am grateful for my ability to stay professional, even under challenging circumstances
  5. I am grateful for the lessons my job has taught me

Self-gratitude affirmations

  1. I am grateful for my capacity to learn, grow and evolve
  2. I am grateful for my body and all the wonderful experiences it has given me
  3. I am grateful for my mind and its creative way of solving problems
  4. I am grateful for my heart and its capacity to give and receive love
  5. I am grateful for my sense of humor and how it helps me see the funny side of life
  6. I am grateful for my sense of wonder and how it sparks curiosity and joy within me
  7. I am grateful for my creativity and all it brings to life
  8. I am grateful for my ability to heal from illness and injury

Gratitude affirmations for the future

  1. I am grateful for all the amazing possibilities the future holds
  2. I am grateful for the experiences that will help me find my purpose
  3. I am grateful for the wisdom I will gain from my future experiences
  4. I am grateful for the lessons that I still have to learn
  5. I am grateful for the success that is coming my way

How to use these gratitude affirmations

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To use affirmations effectively, you need to repeat them regularly. Here are some tried and tested ways to incorporate them into your routine:

  1. Use habit stacking. It's easier to develop a new habit by attaching it to an existing one, so try repeating your affirmations after you brush your teeth or make your morning coffee. You can recite affirmations relevant to the activity you are doing (e.g. "I am grateful for the smell of fresh coffee") or simply focus on affirmations that feel the most meaningful to you.
  2. Write down your affirmations on sticky notes and leave them in places you'll see everyday. You can even try to match your gratitude affirmations to their locations. For example, "I am grateful for the stability my job provides" might be a good one to keep on your desk at work!
  3. Write your gratitude affirmations in your journal. You can write down your favorite affirmations in your journal and reflect on them. For example, if your affirmation is "I am grateful for TV shows and movies that make me laugh and smile" you might describe how watching a TV show helped you feel better after a bad day.
  4. Include your affirmations in your meditation. You can try picking a small number of your favorite gratitude affirmations and adding them to your meditation practice.

Final Thoughts

I hope the affirmations I've shared above help you sprinkle a little gratitude in your life! I invite you to choose a few that really resonate and repeat them daily to help you notice and appreciate all the good around you. I'd love to hear which affirmations spoke to you the most and how you are using them!

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References

Cleveland Clinic. “Do Positive Affirmations Work? What Experts Say.” May 5th 2025. Accessed June 25th, 2025. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/do-positive-affirmations-work

Cleveland Clinic. “Everything You Need To Know About Habit Stacking for Self-Improvement,” June 18, 2024. Accessed March 26, 2025. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/habit-stacking

Harvard Health. “Giving Thanks Can Make You Happier,” November 22, 2011. Accessed March 26, 2025. https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier

UCLA Health. “Health Benefits of Gratitude,” March 22, 2023. Accessed April 8, 2025. https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/health-benefits-gratitudehttps://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/health-benefits-gratitude

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