Then ask participants to turn their card over and read the reverse:
The past is over and done and has no power over me. I can begin to be free
in this moment. Today’s thoughts create my future. I am in charge. I now
take my own power back. I am safe and I am free.Ask, “What does this affirmation say to you? What actionmight you take
as a result of this affirmation? Think of a business situation where this
affirmation might be useful.” Solicit responses.
Step 3: Hold out the stack of cards, and give these directions:“Randomly take one card and see if it appeals to you. Read both sides
and relate it to POWER as you understand the concept from our work
today. Take a few minutes to write out the ACTIONyou might take as a
result of this affirmation. We will be sharing these out loud with the
group. You can ask for a second card if your first card does not resonate
with you.”
Step 4: After approximately 5 minutes, say, “Let’s talk about our reactions to the
Affirmations we chose, one at a time.” As participants do this, ask, “Who
else would like one of these cards?”Let’s all look together at another affirmation.
I CLAIM MY OWN POWER, AND I LOVINGLY CREATE MY OWN
REALITY(first side). I ask for more understanding so that I may knowingly
and lovingly shape my world and my experiences.(second side)“Again, what does this card mean, as it relates to Power?”
Step 5: Bring the activity to a close with a brief discussion. Ask, “What did you
learn from this exercise, and how can you apply it to your job? Will your
colleagues think that affirmations are foolish or hokey”? Let volunteers
share their responses.POST-ACTIVITY REVIEW
Take time shortly after conducting this activity to reflect on how it went, how engaged
the participants were, and what questions they raised. Then, make notes that include
how much time you actually spent on the activity.
TO THINE OWN SELF BE TRUE^151