By leveraging neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new neural connections, positive affirmations heal (or are a big part in healing) self-sabotaging thoughts. In manual therapy, we think of how neurons that fire together stay together. You want to couple food and eating with a calm breath, a focus on nourishment, and ultimately lasting self-love. When you are consistent, the repetition of positive statements strengthens neural pathways.