Hello, beautiful souls. In our journey through adulthood, forming new friendships can be both a challenging and rewarding experience. It is essential to cultivate a positive mindset and engage in activities that help us connect deeply with ourselves and others. Here, I offer seven affirmations, each accompanied by two expressive arts or journal prompts, to support you in building and nurturing meaningful connections.

Affirmation 1: “I am open to new friendships and connections.”

1. Expressive Arts Prompt: Create a collage using images and words that represent the qualities you seek in new friendships. Reflect on how these qualities resonate with your values.

2. Journal Prompt: Write about a time when you made a new friend and how it enriched your life. What did you learn about yourself through this friendship?

Affirmation 2: “I am worthy of love and companionship.”

1. Expressive Arts Prompt: Draw or paint a scene that symbolizes self-love and companionship. Let your creativity flow and express your inner feelings visually.

2. Journal Prompt: List ten qualities that make you a wonderful friend. Reflect on how you can share these qualities with others in your life.

Affirmation 3: “I trust in the process of meeting new people.”

1. Expressive Arts Prompt: Create a visual map of places and activities where you can meet new people. Use colors and symbols to highlight areas that excite you the most.

2. Journal Prompt: Write a letter to yourself, encouraging you to step out of your comfort zone and embrace new social opportunities. Include words of encouragement and affirmations.

Affirmation 4: “I release any fear of rejection and embrace my authentic self.”

1. Expressive Arts Prompt: Sculpt or mold a figure that represents your authentic self. Focus on the details that make you unique and special.

2. Journal Prompt: Reflect on past experiences where fear of rejection held you back. Write about how you can overcome these fears and show up authentically in new relationships.

Affirmation 5: “I attract positive and supportive people into my life.”

1. Expressive Arts Prompt: Create a watercolor painting that depicts the energy and vibe of positive and supportive relationships. Use colors and patterns that feel uplifting and encouraging.

2. Journal Prompt: Describe a person who embodies the qualities of a supportive friend. What actions can you take to attract such people into your life?

Affirmation 6: “I am grateful for the friends I have and the friends I will make.”

1. Expressive Arts Prompt: Write a gratitude poem or song dedicated to your friends, both old and new. Express your appreciation for the joy they bring into your life.

2. Journal Prompt: List five things you appreciate about your current friends. Reflect on how these friendships have positively impacted your life.

Affirmation 7: “I nurture my relationships with love, patience, and understanding.”

1. Expressive Arts Prompt: Design a mandala that symbolizes love, patience, and understanding. Let the process of creating the mandala bring you peace and clarity.

2. Journal Prompt: Write about a challenging moment in a friendship and how you navigated it with love and patience. What did you learn from this experience?

Embracing these affirmations and engaging in expressive arts or journaling can help you cultivate a more positive and open approach to forming new friendships. Remember, the journey of building meaningful connections begins with a loving relationship with yourself. You are worthy of love and companionship, and by nurturing your inner world, you will naturally attract the right people into your life.