Affirmations are a self-help strategy used to promote self-confidence and belief in your own abilities. You’ve probably affirmed yourself without even realizing it by telling yourself things like: ...

Does repeating a positive phrase called an affirmation out loud or to oneself change one's feelings or behavior? Some psychologists believe the answer to this question is yes. Others remain skeptical.

The first time I went to Jean Illsley Clarke's home to work on a project I sat down with her and several others at her dining room table. Jean is the author of the classic parenting books Self-Esteem: ...