Self-Compassion Affirmation Cards

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Self-Compassion Affirmation Cards

£13.95

Each box holds 20 affirmations written around Compassion-Focused Therapy principles, so they acknowledge a hard day instead of insisting you feel amazing, and they are printed in the UK on 270gsm card. Give Yourself Kindness offers three sets, 60 different affirmations in all, and each box works on its own.

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Most affirmation cards ask you to believe something you do not. These ones start from where you actually are. Instead of "I am perfect", you get "I can't be perfect and I don't need to be." It is a small difference in wording, and it is the whole point.

How the sets work

  • Three boxed sets of 20 cards each, 60 different affirmations in total, with nothing repeated
  • Each set is complete on its own
  • The numbering is only a suggested starting point, not a ranking
  • Choose Set 1, Sets 1 & 2 (two boxes), or The Complete Collection (all three boxes)
  • Already own Set 1? Add a note at checkout and Set 2 or Set 3 will be sent instead

Why the approach is different The brand says every affirmation is written using Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) principles. The aim is to acknowledge difficulty and remind you that imperfection is human, rather than push forced positivity. The cards are used by licensed therapists, and the page carries comments from two of them: Collette Jones, LCSW, who describes the cards as focused on "self-acceptance and self-compassion", and Margaret Davis, MS, LPC, who says she plans to use them with clients and in her own practice. These are the therapists' own words as supplied by the brand, not independent studies.

What a day with them looks like

  • Morning: draw a card from the bedside table and prop it on the bathroom mirror. One example: "Just because I have a thought doesn't mean it's true."
  • At work: keep one on your desk for the 2pm mistake. "I can't be perfect and I don't need to be."
  • Harder moments: keep the deck within reach for when your inner voice turns harsh
  • Between therapy sessions: use them to reinforce self-compassion work The brand suggests that seeing the words daily over three to four weeks makes the kinder inner voice easier to reach.

Why buy more than one set

  • Three boxes can be in three places at once: by the bed, on the desk, in your bag
  • Easy to split into gifts: keep one, give two
  • Finish one box, open the next
  • The Complete Collection includes every affirmation written for the range and, per the brand, arrives with free UK delivery

What is included

  • 20 cards in every box
  • Printed in the UK on 270gsm card stock from FSC-certified forests
  • Plastic-free packaging
  • Suitable for adults and teens
  • Optional brass stand: add one to any set for £3 so a card can sit where you will see it
  • A copper and glass frame is sold separately
  • Free handwritten gift note: add your message at checkout

Who they suit

  • Anyone with a harsh inner critic or perfectionist streak
  • People who find conventional positive affirmations feel fake
  • Anyone wanting a thoughtful gift for a friend, family member or colleague going through a hard time or burnout
  • Therapists looking for a tool to offer clients

What they are not They are a self-reflection tool, not a treatment. The source makes no clinical claims about outcomes, and we have not added any.

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About Give Yourself Kindness

In a world that frequently demands much, Give Yourself Kindness provides a dedicated space for self-nurturing and empowerment. This brand addresses the universal need for inner strength and resilience, offering tools designed to help individuals navigate life's complexities with greater ease and confidence.

What sets Give Yourself Kindness apart is its foundation in scientifically proven techniques. The brand's toolkit is not based on fleeting trends but on methods rigorously tested and recommended by experts and professionals, ensuring practical and effective support for personal growth.

The brand's approach is rooted in the belief that self-kindness is a skill that can be learned and cultivated. By providing structured guidance and supportive resources, Give Yourself Kindness empowers individuals to actively develop their inner resources, fostering a sustainable path to well-being.

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