Year 30 has been a year of transformation for me (transform — that’s also the word I chose for my 2021 mantra, too). Good things and bad things have really pushed me to evolve and reflect deeply on the life I’ve lived and the life ahead of me. Yoga and meditation have also been a big part of my life as of late. With all these things considered, I have been putting together affirmations during my entire 30th year to help me in my journey. I figured these may be helpful for all you ladies turning 30 soon (or any age really) or those of you simply going through your own transformative times.

Write some of these on your bathroom mirror. Meditate on these words in your quiet time. Do whatever works for you! I hope these affirmations help to keep you grounded and in touch with yourself, no matter what life throws your way.

1. I’m getting older and it’s a blessing.
2. I’m capable of much more than I give myself credit for.
3. I’m okay where I’m at; 30 isn’t the magic number for having my whole life figured out
4. My mind/body/soul is my canvas. I can re-invent myself as many times as I wish.
5. My authentic self is enough. Every time I hide it, I really cheat myself.
6. I have so much to be grateful for. I actively practice gratitude.
7. I won’t be afraid of the pipe dream. Even if it feels like the scariest thing ever, I will go for it.
8. My failures and mistakes are lessons. I bask in the learning, not in the loss.
9. It’s a pleasure to be in my own presence, alone with myself.
10. I forgive myself for treating others badly; I can authentically apologize and change my behavior.
11. I forgive myself for treating myself badly; I can authentically apologize and change my behavior.
12. I will stop living in the past. What’s done is done.
13. I know how to prepare for the future without unhealthily obsessing over it.
14. It’s okay for me to be open and honest with myself about my own mental health.
15. It’s okay for me to reach out for help with my mental health.
16. It’s okay for me to rest, but rest and laziness are 2 different things.
17. I teach people how to treat me and stay true to my standards always.
18. When people show me who they really are, I always listen.
19. I open up my mind to learn new things.
20. I provide space for my thoughts and my emotions.
21. Negative emotions won’t live rent free in my mind for too much time.
22. Luxury is worth it because I am worth it.
23. I can reflect on the past and learn from it without living in the past.
24. I am both humble and proud of myself.
25. Maturity is important now more than ever; the people around me including myself need to be mature.
26. I listen when people tell me or show me who they are.
27. Working on myself — by myself—  is always okay.
28. Life isn’t a group project. I will run my own race in my own lane, because it’s mine and no one else’s.
29. I am here for a reason. My purpose is grand, even when I question it.
30. My grass is as green as I want it to be because it’s up to me to water it.