Optimistic October Affirmations

These are our Optimistic October Affirmations. Optimistic means hopeful, positive, and looking forward to good things ahead.
It’s about noticing the bright side, finding possibilities, and believing in yourself and others.

So “Optimistic October” is all about helping children:

• Discover ways to think hopefully and positively
• Notice the good in themselves, others, and the world around them
• Learn to encourage themselves when challenges appear
• Believe in their ability to try, grow, and succeed
• Bring hope, confidence, and kindness into their day

Our Optimistic October Affirmations resource encourages children to look forward with hope and believe in positive outcomes. Packed with uplifting, encouraging statements, these affirmations remind children that challenges can be opportunities and that they carry strength and possibility within them.

Whether they’re facing worries, tackling new learning, or simply building confidence, these affirmations inspire children to:

• Choose hope over doubt
• Be kind and encouraging to themselves and others
• Notice progress, even in small steps
• Build resilience through positive thinking

Each affirmation is short, encouraging, and written in simple, child-friendly language that speaks straight to young learners.

These affirmations are perfect for:

• Morning welcomes and daily routines
• Positive thinking displays or classroom walls
• Circle time or PSHE lessons
• One-to-one wellbeing support
• Encouraging conversations at home

Why Use Affirmations?

Affirmations are a gentle but powerful tool for helping children build confidence, hope, and resilience.

Using daily affirmations can help children:

• Develop a positive outlook on challenges
• Strengthen self-belief and motivation
• Build emotional resilience and hope for the future

How to Use Them with Children

Morning Hope: Begin the day with an optimistic affirmation together. Invite children to smile, breathe deeply, and carry the hopeful thought with them.
Positive Pause: Use affirmations after a tricky task or setback to remind children that they can keep trying.
End-of-Day Reflection: Reflect on one good thing that happened and match it with an affirmation.

These affirmations are a wonderful addition to classrooms, wellbeing groups, or home routines, helping children grow into hopeful, resilient learners—not just in October, but all year round!

Included in the pack is:

• A sheet with lots of affirmations
• A cut-off slip at the bottom for children to copy their favourite or write their own
• An instruction sheet with practical ideas for use

Download: Optimistic October affirmations for the month