Mantra Magic

Mantra Magic

Self-talk for a Changing World

Even though I’m a strong proponent of positive thinking, I believe that thinking alone is not enough to help us generate positive change in our lives. It takes focus and deliberate actions too. Developing a self-talk strategy is often the starting point to realizing our dreams and creating a personal mantra is a powerful way to remind ourselves that we are on a journey of infinite possibilities. A mantra is typically a repeated phrase or sound used for meditation, focus, or spiritual purposes. It’s often meaningful and used to bring about a specific state of mind or simply function like an internal mnemonic device to help us remember.

Mantras have been around forever. It’s a Sanskrit word and in Vedic literature it’s considered as any sacred word or syllable used as an object of concentration and embodying some aspect of spiritual power. Essentially it operates like a “suggestion” planted by a hypnotist, meaning it triggers certain actions, sometimes subconsciously. The point is that a well-conceived mantra can keep us on course and grounded in who we are and where we’re headed. Examples include:

“I am enough.” – A powerful affirmation to boost self-worth.

“This too shall pass.” – A reminder that challenges are temporary.

“Be here now.” – Encourages mindfulness and living in the present.

“Progress, not perfection.” – Focuses on growth rather than flawlessness.

“I can and I will.” – A mantra for determination and resilience.

“Everything I need is within me.” – Reinforces self-reliance and inner strength.

Whatever your personal mantra may be, over time it can become a stabilizing influence amidst a world of incredible and constant change. It can function as our personal GPS which magically leads us to our desired destination leaving a wake of serendipity and good fortune.

Szenippet: Self-talk is a way to communicate with our inner self. It generates self-awareness which allows us to reframe our desires into a battle cry or a cheer – a mantra that reminds us of who we are and who we can be.