Here are 30 brand new affirmations (I made some last month) to help navigate feelings of helplessness, fear, and horror in the face of multiple genocides and systemic oppression, and to cultivate a sense of calm and empowerment:

Also, it’s okay if you may not fully believe some of these statements, yet. You can modify each statement so that it resonates with you better.

You can add,

“I am learning to [insert affirmation]”, or

“I am beginning to [insert affirmation].”

That may feel more attainable for you at the moment.

How to Use:

You can start each day with randomly selecting one affirmation or you can choose the statement you feel resonates with your heart in that moment. You can write down, display it on your desk, mirror, fridge or tuck it in your pocket. Another idea is to write it down in an alarm and set it to repeat throughout the day.

1. I recognize that my voice matters, and I use it for justice and truth.

2. I nurture my spirit, knowing that inner peace strengthens my resolve.

3. My small actions ripple outward to create larger waves of change.

4. I honor my emotions as valid responses to injustice.

5. I balance activism with rest, understanding that both are necessary.

6. I release the guilt of not being able to do everything, and focus on what I can do.

7. I ground myself in the knowledge that justice is worth fighting for.

8. I see the beauty in community, knowing we are stronger together.

9. I remind myself that every step toward justice is progress.

10. I hold onto hope, even when the road is long and hard.

11. I protect my mental health so I can continue the fight for equality.

12. I am resilient, even when the world feels overwhelming.

13. I embrace both my strength and vulnerability in the face of oppression.

14. I honor the legacies of those who fought before me by continuing their work.

15. I trust in the power of collective action to dismantle systems of injustice.

16. I recognize that healing is an act of resistance.

17. I reject apathy and remain committed to justice, even when it's hard.

18. I believe in the possibility of transformation for myself and the world.

19. I honor the diversity of voices and experiences in the fight for justice.

20. I refuse to be desensitized to violence and oppression; I remain engaged.

21. I choose hope over despair, even when change seems distant.

22. I stand in solidarity with those whose voices are silenced by oppression.

23. I am worthy of peace and joy, even in challenging times.

24. I honor my ancestors by continuing the fight for liberation and equality.

25. I create space for both joy and grief, knowing both are part of the journey.

26. I find inspiration in the courage of those who resist oppression.

27. I release the need for perfection and embrace the power of imperfection in activism.

28. I choose to focus on solutions, not just the problems.

29. I empower others by holding space for their voices and experiences.

30. I honor the dignity and humanity of all people, regardless of their circumstances.

These affirmations aim to empower, uplift, and remind us of the importance of our roles in creating change while taking care of ourselves in the process.