Daily Affirmations Successful People Swear By [Slideshow]

Oprah Winfrey

Oprah's life began in poverty, and she was determined to defy the odds and go on to achieve success. And she did. Oprah states that as a child, she would repeat to herself, "My life won't be like this, my life will be better." She says, "You become what you believe."

To utilize Oprah's insight, repeat to yourself: "I can become what I choose to be."

Will Smith and Confucius

Famous actor Will Smith swears by this Confucius quote and the belief that you can only achieve happiness through positive thinking. Smith is a huge fan of the Law of Attraction, which states that we attract what we put out into the universe. 

To utilize the famous philosopher's quote that Smith swears by repeat to yourself: "I can do this. I can do anything."

Eleanor Roosevelt

Eleanor Roosevelt's famous words, "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent," have been repeated millions of times for a good reason. It's a reminder to yourself that you can control your self-image. 

To utilize Roosevelt's words, repeat to yourself: "I will not allow others to make me feel inferior." 

Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin's approach to success and wealth served him well. As one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, as well as an inventor and early developer of theories regarding electricity, he is one of the most highly regarding figures in American history.

To manifest the power of Franklin's financial belief, repeat: "I will gain money as I save money."

Michael Jordan

Jordan's famous quote speaks to the difference between those who make things happen compared to those who wait for things to happen to them. Perhaps one of the most famous NBA players of all time, Jordan is a household name to this day. 

To make things happen in the style of Michael Jordan, repeat to yourself: "I will make my dreams come true. I will make things happen."

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