Do you really know? What is mirror work?
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Oct 18, 2025 Discover the transformative practice of mirror work and its roots in positive psychology. Learn about Louise Hay, who popularized this unique method through her 21-day healing program. Explore how spoken affirmations can tap into your subconscious to boost self-confidence. Delve into the mixed public reception, as personal development methods spark both support and skepticism. Could looking into a mirror be the key to cultivating self-love? Tune in to find out!
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Mirror Work Origins And Structure
- Mirror work is a U.S. positive-psychology method that uses spoken affirmations in front of a mirror.
- Louise Hay popularised it and structured a 21-day programme to amplify positive thought.
Louise Hay's Influence
- Louise Hay became known after claiming self-healing and publishing You Can Heal Your Life in 1984.
- She later wrote Mirror Work, a 21-day guide claiming to amplify positive thought.
How To Practice Mirror Work
- Do use a large mirror and speak positive affirmations while looking into your own eyes.
- Progress stepwise through themed days covering self-esteem, inner child dialogue, and forgiveness.
