Handwritten Control Affirmation
Materials Needed:
To Support Feeling:
Out of Control
How to Do It
Write down a positive affirmation that resonates with your need for control, such as 'I have the power to steer my own course' or 'I am in control of my reactions.' Write this affirmation repeatedly for one minute, focusing on the act of writing and the meaning behind the words. As you write, imagine each repetition solidifying your sense of control.
Why It Works
Handwriting the affirmation multiple times helps to reinforce the message in your mind, creating a stronger mental connection to the concept of control and agency.
Guided Practice
Hold a piece of paper and a pen in your hand. Sit comfortably and close your eyes, taking a few deep breaths. Feel the weight of the pen and the texture of the paper. Imagine writing words of affirmation, expressing control and calm. Notice any sensations in your hand or heart.
Feel the texture of the paper under your fingertips, its smoothness and the slight resistance it offers as you begin to write. Start to write an affirmation about control—one that feels resonant and grounding. As you write, feel the ink flow from the pen, the movement of your hand across the page. Notice any sensations in your body—perhaps a calming of the breath, a lightness in your chest, or a tightening in your jaw. Stay with the practice of writing, allowing each word to deepen your sense of presence and control. Allow yourself to notice where in your life this desire for control shows up. Allow yourself to notice images and beliefs associated with the need for control. Notice any insights or meanings that arise, perhaps related to your relationships, your work, or your inner self. Feel the contrast between control and surrender—one might feel steady and strong, the other fluid and freeing. When you feel ready, put down the pen and read over what you have written. Notice how these words resonate within your body—perhaps with a sense of empowerment, or a lingering doubt. Take a deep breath and allow these feelings to settle. When you're ready, gently bring your awareness back to the room, carrying the clarity of your affirmation with you.