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Dec 2022
20m 17s

Boosting your self-esteem with positive ...

BALANCE
About this episode

Many of us are quick to notice the good qualities in our family and friends, but acknowledging what we like about ourselves might not come as naturally. Ofosu and Leah discuss why, and how positive affirmations can be a tool to help improve your self-esteem. They also share their tips for turning self-kindness into an everyday habit.

▶️ You can watch the latest episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ywYhg003ago

📚 More about Ofosu's new book: "Love Your Amazing Self" is a daily dose of self-kindness. It encourages kids to practice mindfulness and self-empowerment with lyrical verses that can be spoken, recited, or sung aloud. You can order it here: https://tinyurl.com/mt4dhbde

🎧 More of what's in this episode:

  • (00:00) Ofosu and Leah compliment each other and themselves
  • (02:00) How to improve your self-esteem
  • (03:50) The practice of self-kindness
  • (05:50) Why our thoughts become our beliefs
  • (06:40) A recording of Ofosu's kids complimenting each other and themselves
  • (12:00) Examples of how Ofosu and Leah use positive affirmations in their own lives

🧘 About Balance: Well Balanced is co-hosted by Ofosu and Leah, Balance’s Co-Heads of Meditation. Balance is a highly personalized meditation and sleep app that's been named Google's App of the Year and Apple's App of the Day. Completely free for the entire first year, Balance is helping 3.5 million+ people around the world improve their stress, sleep, focus, and mood. Unlock your free year of Balance today by downloading it from the App Store or Play Store: https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/h3qp/icji

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