99 Daily Mantras for Happiness, Love, Positivity & Wellbeing

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Are you looking for a daily mantra?

Something to add a bit of positive thinking into your life.

If so, you have come to the right place. This post is full of examples of positive thinking mantras.

First, we define exactly what a mantra is (and is not).

Then we will look at some powerful daily mantras that are displayed on some gorgeous images.  Feel free to download and print these images to have a daily reminder of these powerful sayings.

Then we have a lot of mantra’s separated into a few basic categories.

Finally, we end this post with a few links to the best apps for daily mantras. Using one of these apps can give you a lot of powerful mantras to use at your own leisure each-and-every day.

(Side note: One proven way to improve your happiness and life satisfaction is to focus on goals that truly matter. To get started, check out this FREE printable worksheet and a step-by-step process that will help you set effective SMART goals.).

What is a mantra?

What exactly is a mantra?

A mantra is any word(s), sound(s) or collection of words or sounds designed to promote focus, aid concentration or increase confidence.

Many people use the word mantra interchangeably with affirmations.

While all affirmations are a form of mantras, not all mantras are affirmations.

The main difference between affirmation and mantras s that a mantra can be sounds and phrases (like Ommmm in yoga & meditation) designed to aid concentration. But affirmations are centered around positive thinking phrases mainly used to build confidence.

[Want to get your kids started on the positive habit of using mantras/affirmations in their lives? Check out this collection of 105 affirmations designed for kids.]

How do Mantra’s work?

Many mantras are based on specific repetitive sounds. Like this Sanskrit mantra “Om Bekhandze Bekhandze Maha Bekhandze Randza Sumundgate Soha”

Mantra’s use these repetitive sounds to reach the subconscious mind.

The sounds are soothing, they calm the mind, even if we do not understand fully understand the phrases,

Of course, translating a mantra gives you an affirmation where the words have the additional benefit of imparting a sense of confidence with time when repeated.

Here are some of the traditional Sanskrit mantra’s and their meanings in English.

While mantras are often thought of in reference to eastern religions, by no means is this the only place you have mantras. Often repeated Catholic and Christian prayers are also mantras. As are many Latin phrases in common use today, such as, “caveat emptor”, “carpe diem” and “semper fidelis”

Finally, all repeated and spoken phrases in the English (or any) language are also mantras. Commonly known as “affirmations” these mantras are repeated for the purpose of building confidence, quieting anxiety or trying to take advantage of the neuroplasticity of the human brain.

In the next section, we feature the ten best daily mantras. These mantras are all shared on beautiful backgrounds that will further help bring calm and peace to your life.

Feel free to save, these images wherever you desire, or print them out to post in a prominent place as a reminder to use these mantras every day.  

These daily mantras can help quiet anxiety. They can help to boost happiness. And finally, they will help to inspire self-confidence. Repeat one (or all!) of these mantras daily to yourself for the best results.

10 Best Daily Mantra’s

In this section, we focus on 10 great visual examples of mantras. You can easily make your own mantra or own images of mantra by simply finding an image you love, creating a text overlay and printing it out to give you encouragement when needed.

Let’s get to these beautiful and encouraging mantras.

1. All is well, right here, right now

This mantra reminds us that no matter how chaotic life can seem. Things are not that bad. This phrase calms us with a positive reminder that life is good. This mantra helps you feel peaceful and calm.

2. I am enough

This is a simple mantra. But a powerful one. “I AM ENOUGH”

It is important to know what you have all the tools you need for happiness, confidence, and self-esteem. You do not need the approval of others. Everything you need is within yourself.

[Check out 168 reasons to be thankful in your life]

3. Don’t be afraid to give up the good and go for the great

This mantra teaches an important life lesson. While it is good to be happy and comfortable, it can sometimes be better to strive for something great.

Don't let complacency lull you into a life of average. Sometimes it is time to set aside comfort and try for something better. Motivate yourself to achieve more.

All it takes is perseverance and a little bit of luck and you might achieve things you never imagined you could. That spirit is why I love to repeat this mantra to myself now and again. To remind myself that now and then, we need to break out of our comfort zone and try for the “brass ring”.

4. Laughter lightens my load

The power of laughter is well known in positive psychology. Laughing has many benefits. Both short term and long term.

Laughter will:

5. Be a warrior, not a worrier

Anxiety can get the best of us. 

Sometimes we need to fight back and stand up for ourselves. This mantra gets us looking to the warrior spirit that is inside of us all to fight back against the anxiety. As the turn of phrase so clearly brings about to be a warrior rather than a worrier.

[Do you have trouble with anxiety? Not sure if you have true anxiety? Discover the six types of anxiety, how to tell if you have any of these, and what to do if you do.]

6. I choose to be calm and at peace

This is a very calming daily mantra. If you are an anxious person, suffer from anxiety. Or simply feel a little bit stressed our having some tools to calm yourself down is important to minimize this negativity. This calming mantra is great to achieve that sense of calm when you are feeling stressed.

7. My Life is Good

Gratitude is essential for our happiness. Due to hedonic adaptation many of the good things in life quickly become normal and do not increase our happiness. But when we express gratitude it also reminds of these good things in life.

No matter what is happening in your life, it is therefore important to take a few moments to remind yourself that life is good.

It is important to remember that your life is good and that there is so much to be grateful for! This simple mantra helps boost happiness and calm you down.

[Want to find out more about gratitude? Check out this detailed science-backed article on the benefits of gratitude.]

8. I am blessed with an incredible family and wonderful friends

For many of us, our family and friends are the most important things in our lives.

But, ironically we forget about them and their support very quickly when we need them the most.

This mantra is designed to remind you of the family and friends and how important they can be in your life. Particularly when you feel sad, depressed or feeling lonely.

[While you are thinking about your family and loved friends. Why not check out some of these fun things to do with family or friends at home.]

9. I let go of anything not for my highest good

In life, it is important to let go of the past and focus on the present, future and the things that you can change.

When you fail to forgive yourself for past mistakes you are only hurting yourself. The same is true when you are still bitter over things others have done to you in the past.

A good example of letting go and focusing on the “highest good” is after a breakup with someone you love. You could sit around angry and hurt about a failed relationship or you could go out and try to find someone new (and better). I always choose to strive for that higher good.

[Not sure how to get over the pain of a breakup? Get some tips on how to get over a breakup and move on.]

10. Love radiates out from me in all directions and returns to me multiplied

We all want to be loved. Even if you have many who love you it is natural to want more. It is just human nature.

This mantra is a wonderful reminder to both give love and be willing to receive love, The love in the universe is infinite. Sometimes you just need to open yourself up to experience the love. This love mantra is a great reminder of that.

[Get some good tips on how to love yourself, and change your life forever.]

The 14 Most Famous Mantras

 These mantras have been used for centuries. They are tried and tested and many people discover great enlightenment and focus when they use these mantra’s regularly in their lives and mindful daily practices.

Om or Aum – This is probably the most famous mantra around. It has been used for centuries in the practice of Yoga and Meditation. This sound is said to be the first sound made when the universe was created. Although I am not sure who was around to record that sound….

Shanti Mantra, a chant for peace – “sarvesham svastir bhavatu — sarvesham shantir bhavatu — sarvesham purnam bhavatu — sarvesham mangalam bhavatu” translation: May there be well-being for all, may there be peace for all. May there be wholeness for all, may there be happiness for all.

Yoga Mantra – May we together be protected, may we together be nourished. May we work together with vigor, may our study be illuminating. May we be free from discord.

Mangala Mantra – May the rulers of the earth protect the well-being of the people, with justice, by means of the right path. May there always be good fortune for all living beings. May all the inhabitants of the world be full of happiness

Gayetri Mantra – Earth, Heaven, the Whole Between. The excellent divine power of the sun. May we contemplate the radiance of that god, may this inspire our understanding.

Pema Condron Mantra –You are the sky, everything else is just the weather

Hebrew Mantra “Elohim” – meaning “who to turn to when need of guidance in life”

Buddhist money mantra –“Om Vasudhare Svaha,” This money mantra is a prayer to the earth goddess. Traditionally for this chant to have success, it needs to be repeated 108 times. Doing this will have the earth goddess shower you with abundance.

Laura Silver Mantra – “Every day in every way I’m getting better and better.”

Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu – Sanskrit Mantra -Translation – May all beings everywhere be happy and free. May our thoughts, our words, and our actions, contribute in some way to that happiness and freedom.” – to be used before or after yoga or meditation

So Hum Mantra – The translation of So Hum (Sanskrit) is I AM. This can be used in place of “I am…” in just about any I am mantra. (more on I AM mantras in the section below)

Famous Gandhi Mantra -“Be the change you wish to see in the world.”

Serenity Prayer – God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.

20 Daily Mantras for Happiness

In this section, we give some mantra examples of peace and happiness. These mantras express the confidence and the gratitude that are key components of happiness. Studies show that this dual purpose (confidence and gratitude) is key to living a happier life.

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I’m worth it.

I love myself. No matter what!

I am in complete control of determining my emotions.

My body is good

I choose me.

I am in control of my own emotions.

Change the things you can change.  Make peace with the things that cannot be changed.

I believe in my skills and abilities.

I surround myself with loving people.

I have everything I need.

Where I am right now is exactly where I need to be.

I choose to be happy.

Every day is a new beginning.

Suffering is temporary. It gets better.

I am thankful.

All I need comes to me when I need it.

I am blessed.

I am worthy of good things.

Let [your name] be [your name]

I am not just a drop in the ocean. I am the ocean in one drop.

I am thankful for all life has given me.

35 Mantras for Positive Thinking

Positive thinking is one of the key benefits of mantras. One of the thoughts behind mantras is change. When you are trying to change yourself and your habits, repeating positive mantras will help you convince yourself that something is true.

In many ways mantras are the “fake it ‘til you make it” method of habit change. Of course, positivity will not work in a vacuum. You are not going to become more confident by JUST repeating a mantra, but then you couple the mantra repetition by putting yourself in situations where you can grow, and gain confidence mantras can help to speed up the process.

When repeating these positive daily mantras be sure to:

Feel free to use any of the positive affirmations below. Or use them as mantra templates to create your own powerful affirmations. Create your personal affirmations to reflect the things that are important to you. In your own unique voice.

It will get done.

I am proud of myself

Happiness is a choice, not a condition. I choose to be happy.

Negative thoughts only have the power I allow them.

My greatest struggles are my greatest lessons.

Only you can steal your own joy.

Tomorrow is a new day

My thoughts are filled with positivity and my life is plentiful with prosperity.

If I can change my thoughts, I can change anything.

I am calm, connected to others and cared for

I do not judge myself or others

Whether you say, “I can” or “I can’t,” you’re right either way.

I believe in my potential

My thoughts do not control me, I control my thoughts.

I have the power to create change

Nothing lasts forever. Not the good, and not the bad.

I feel beautiful, I am beautiful

Great things are achieved thru small steps

I radiate beauty, charm, and grace.

I do not need anyone’s approval but my own.

My life is just beginning

I am the person I want to be. My future is in my hands.

Choose kindness. You have no idea the things other people are going through

If I desire greatness, I must work for it.

My business is growing, expanding, and thriving.

To struggle is not to fail.

Go slowly. Take the time to do things right.

I will not take for granted the people who love me.

A river of compassion washes away my anger and replaces it with love.

Look back at the past. Marvel at how far you have come.

The grass looks greener on the other side.  Stop looking at the other side. Stop comparing.  Stop complaining.  Begin to water the grass you’re standing on.

The true measure of success is not how many times you fall down, but how many times you get back up.

One bad chapter does not make the book of your life.

Worry is a waste of time. It has no benefits and takes away time and resources better spent on doing.

Good riddance to decisions that don't support self-care, self-value, and self-worth.

No one has ever been blinded by looking at the bright side of things.

30 “I AM” Mantras (and how to make your own personalized mantras)

“I am…” mantras and affirmations are the most common sort of home-brewed mantras around.

“I am” mantras can be used in two ways. First, they can target whatever you feel are your deficiencies to help improve them. Secondly, they can be used as a reminder of your many strengths. Reaffirming the things, you do well.

How you use “I am” mantras is up to you. I would recommend a few of both types used as daily mantras. But in the end, I would also recommend not going with more than 10 total “I am” mantras said each day (10 times each). Much more than that number and it begins to lose efficiency because you are just repeating a long list of gobbledygook.

Below is a list of examples of “I am” mantras. Feel free to use any you desire in your daily routine. But I would also recommend trying to make some of your own. It makes the process of using mantras and affirmations more personal.

Let’s get to it….

I AM grateful. I approach life with gratitude for all the gifts that have been bestowed upon me.

I AM focusing on all that is working well in my life.

I AM focusing my thoughts, words and actions on my desired reality and what I want to experience in my life.

I AM letting go and taking care of me.

The first step to changing a pattern is to see it. I AM Self-Aware.

I AM happy. I realize that only I have the power to control my own happiness

I AM moving beyond what I once thought possible.

I AM bigger than my fears, larger than my reactions and greater than my judgments.

I AM a creative being with unlimited potential.

I AM a money magnet.

I AM stronger than I realize and more powerful than I know.

I AM following my passion and finding my purpose.

Every time I choose love over fear and peace instead of a reaction, I elevate my vibration and send out a wave of positive energy into the world.  I AM part of the solution.

I AM listening for the wisdom from within.

I AM flourishing

I AM clever, courageous and caring

I AM allowing everything I’ve been through that has led me to this moment, this is the launching pad for my success.

When I’m in a state of gratitude I’m in a state of receivership. I AM Grateful.

I AM forgiving myself, accepting myself & releasing self-judgment.

I AM creating my reality. I AM writing my own story. Anything is possible.

I AM loved and supported.

I AM lucky, happy and healthy

I let go of struggle & suffering. I AM allowing in joy & wellness.

I AM worthy of the richness I desire.

I AM ready to accept a happy and fulfilling relationship

I AM patient with myself and patient with others.

I AM envisioning myself as healthy, joyous and well.

I AM doing what I love and being of great benefit to others.

I AM strong. Both mentally and physically.

I AM ready and capable.

I AM blessed.

Daily Mantra Apps

Finally, we come to a few apps that can give you a daily dose of mantras. Apps can be a great way to discover daily mantras since they have a diverse database to draw upon.

By the same token, this can be a drawback for using mantra apps. The mantras change daily. Many may not apply to you and resonate with your life and needs. While variety is great, part of the power of mantras is in the repetition, which you would get a lot less of with a more varied database of mantras.

Of course, having an electronic reminder to say your mantras is certainly a positive thing. IN our busy lives, something like a few spiritual moments spend being mindful is often one of the first things that get shunted aside as being “too busy”.

Having an app “bug you” to be mindful of these situations can only help.

So, there are advantages and disadvantages of using any of the mantra apps. It all comes down to what is best for your lifestyle. But here are a few of the noted mantra/mindfulness/affirmation apps.

Top 7 Mantra Apps:

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A final word on using daily mantras

Hopefully, you found some mantras you can use in your day-to-day life on this massive list of mantras. More importantly, you have hopefully gained some idea of the power of mantras and how to make your own.

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Mantras and affirmations are not the be-all and end-all of achieving your dreams. You will still need to go out and put in the work. But mantras can be a great way to “get your head on straight”, boost your confidence and help you focus.

Finally, one proven way to improve your happiness and life satisfaction is to focus on goals that truly matter. To get started, check out this FREE printable worksheet and a step-by-step process that will help you set effective SMART goals.

Enjoy!