10 Affirmations for Productivity Shame

When you feel guilt and shame at the end of the day because you just didn’t get enough done, this is called, “productivity shame”.  It’s a sneaky emotion that creeps in through self judgement and unrealistic expectations. Here are 10 affirmations to combat your productivity shame:

1. My worth is not tied to my to ‘do list’ or achievements

2. I take action on the RIGHT things

3. I pause and give my body what it needs, this makes me MORE productive

4. Quality of work is more important than quantity 

5. I focus my time on what matters most

6. Where my attention goes, energy flows.  I pay attention to my highest leverage actions

7. There will always be a list

8. I focus on my priorities first, before my inbox (someone else’s priority list)

9. I set realistic goals and expectations for myself

10. Progress is my priority, not perfection

Ask yourself - “What matters most?”  Then notice and celebrate when you prioritize those primary activities.  Catch yourself when your brain’s addiction to box-checking gets the best of you, and you're caught in a shame spiral.  Use these affirmations to calm your productivity guilt. 

You can also join my Overcoming Productivity Shame 3 Day Accountability Challenge & begin taking action on what matters most while conquering shame!  Register here.