New Delhi, March 2 -- Don't we all talk to ourselves? Be it a pep talk before a challenging presentation at work, or consoling ourselves as we combat grief; what we tell ourselves can make all the difference to our mood. So why not focus on saying something positive? That is what affirmations are all about.

When we repeat positive statement to ourselves, it fills us up with positive energy, and we seem happier, and even more determined. A study published in Social Cognitive and Affective Neurosciencestates that affirmation directed at oneself, helps activate our brain systems and helps us in feeling more competent. Health Shots got in touch with psychologist Roshni Sondhi Abbi to understand how affirmations help us become healthier and h...