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My Key to Success: A Simple System for Creating a Happy Life You Love

Hiya Gorgeous!

How you mentally start your day is as important as what you eat, your self-care practices and how you show up in the world.

In fact, when you start your day feeling stressed out and scattered, you’re more likely to attract unwanted chaos in your life. Before you know it, you’re anxious about the news, you’ve argued with your spouse, cut someone off in traffic and sent a regrettable email to a coworker—all before 9 a.m.!

…Or is that just me?

But when you ground your day in a positive and powerful way, everything flows with ease. You feel happier and are a heck of a lot more productive, without creating any energetic shrapnel!

The more I live this way, the better I feel—and I want that for you, too. So, today I’m sharing the system I designed to create a joyful life you love.

This method was born out of my own journaling practice, one that I’ve fine-tuned over decades. It’s called the Success Mindset Practice and I believe it’s been my key to success (and happiness)—both personally and professionally.

As you know, your beliefs and emotions have the power to transform your life. When you’re in a positive state of mind, elevating your energy and directing it towards your highest potential, you’re more likely to achieve your desires (success!).

You proactively shape your days to align with how you want to feel and who you want to be. From this space, your intuition flows freely, decisions are easier to make and healthy relationships are more likely to flourish. But it doesn’t stop there, the better you feel, the more joy and abundance you attract and create in your life. It’s a powerful energetic cycle.

The Practice That’s Been My Key to Success in Life, Business, Love and Everything in Between!

In order to experience this positive flow that shapes your life, I’ve found that it’s essential to focus on four areas every day: your feelings, gratitude, intention and affirmations. These areas make up the Success Mindset Practice.

First, let’s step through each of them so you understand their importance on a deeper level. Then, we’ll dive into how you can implement this practice and turn it into your own key to success in life.

1. Touch base with your true feelings.

While I’m often excited to dig into the day, I’m a much better leader, wife, friend, patient, speaker, teacher, etc. when I connect with myself first. By simply taking a few minutes to journal about how I’m honestly feeling, I tap into my heart. I also clear any negative air, if needed. From that space, I can direct my energy wherever it needs to go.

When I don’t take time to connect, I’m often scattered, irritated and just off-center… which means I’m more likely to overextend myself and lose touch with my inner joy and wisdom. Once that happens, I’m already in an energy deficit and struggling in recovery mode. Sound familiar?

Connecting with your feelings first not only allows you to find refuge in your own company, it helps you tend to your inner life so you can polish your energy and in turn, lead with confidence. You’re less likely to second guess yourself and more likely to trust your gut wisdom. You’re also better equipped to delegate or help someone troubleshoot their own issues, rather than taking them on yourself. If you’re a people pleaser like me (which isn’t necessarily a bad thing), that means that you can stop being the manager of the universe and start putting your own oxygen mask on first!

2. Practice gratitude for what’s already amazing in your precious life.

There are so many things I want to do in my life—experiences I want to have, successes I want to celebrate with fine organic champagne, love I want to share and worries I want to release. But when I just focus on my wants, without acknowledging the abundance I’m already so graced with, my cup looks pretty dinky rather than full—aka deficit mode.

Gratitude offers a life-altering (and sobering!) perspective. It helps you relish in what’s already so good and delicious in your life. Plus, the more you count your blessings (small, big and everything in-between), the more blessings you receive. And let’s not forget the many health benefits associated with stress and anxiety reduction, which often come along with appreciation! Your doctor will be very pleased.

3. Channel your intentions and see yourself leading from your power source.

Thank you, Oprah, for teaching us about the power of intention many moons ago. I remember how empowering it felt to realize that I don’t have to get tossed around on the sea of life (and neither do you!).

Whether we’re aware of it or not, intentions are the conscious and unconscious motivations behind your every action (and the outcomes they create—good and stinky).

Each and every day, you have the ability to channel your energy towards the joyful life you desire.

As one of my favorite spiritual teachers, Gary Zukav says, “You create your reality with intentions.” That means that your intentions shape the energy that flows from and to you. With that in mind, it’s important to set intentions that reflect the results you want to experience and serve the highest good for all.

4. Affirm the magic you want to make.

In the most basic sense, affirmations are statements about who you want to be and what you want to manifest in your life. But it goes deeper than that. One of my cherished mentors, Louise Hay, taught that affirmations are everything you say and think. Because you’re an active participant in creating your reality, your words are more powerful than you think.

Affirm the magic you want to make! Decide what you want to affirm and what you don’t.

Here are some examples: I love and accept myself. It’s safe to stand out. I am prosperous. And one of Louise’s favorites: All is well. Think of your affirmation practice like planting seeds for your future success. Write them in the present tense (as if they’re already true) and repeat them as often as you like.

So now that you know the core components of the practice, let’s put it all together so you can get started. It’s really simple. You just fill out four prompts each morning. Take your time, tap into your heart and let your imagination rip! Ready?

The Success Mindset Practice: A Daily Exercise to Help You Create a Happy Life You Love

Write the following questions in your journal and allow your soul to guide the answers.

  1. How are you feeling today?
  2. What are three things you’re grateful for?
  3. What is your intention for today?
  4. What is your affirmation for today?

There you have it! Try the Success Mindset Practice for the next 30 days. Take 10-15 minutes each morning to honestly answer these prompts without censoring yourself. Allow the practice to help you align with your joyful nature so you can feel better, do better and co-create magic—day after day!

Starting my day with this practice truly is the secret to my success. It’s my joy compass. Whenever I feel lost, I find my way home to it. Whenever I want to feel even better, I lean on it more. My guess is that it will help you feel as connected, grounded and happy as I often do.

At the end of our lives, all we have are our memories. The goal is to string as many magnificent days together as possible. Are you with me? Fantastic! You’re about to discover your own key to success—body, mind, spirit (and even your bank account, ka-ching!).

Amplify your joy even more with The Results Journal!

I designed The Results Journal to help you supercharge your health, amplify your joy, and rock your dreams. It’ll help you consistently apply the Success Mindset Practice I just told you about—and then some! You can get all the deets here, but let’s start with some tantalizing tidbits to whet your appetite. Through daily exercises and guidance from me, The Results Journal will help you…

  • Make wellness a priority and integrate it into your everyday life.
  • Cultivate a mindset of positivity and possibility so you become a magnet for more peace, joy, and fulfillment.
  • Clarify your goals and dreams—so you can start making them a reality, one action at a time.
  • And SO much more!

Order your Results Journal now!

Your turn: Will you try out the Success Mindset Practice (hint: say YES!). Let me know in the comments below so we can cheer each other on!

Peace & stepping into your power,

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  1. 여기를 클릭하세요. says:

    I’ve never experienced your ways of being

  2. sara says:

    thank you

  3. Larry Fogle says:

    Hi,Kris….after reading everything on your blog,I have to tell you that I have alot of the same feelings you have about my life.I have to do things right…I feel good about myself,I exercise…..it’s not always easy,believe me.Every day is not always good.,but I am n optimist by nature……I am thankful for you and your wonderful inspirations……have a great day,kris

    • Jennifer says:

      A big thank you from our Optimism Queen Kris and her team, Larry! No one has perfect days every day, but being optimistic by nature really helps. Good for you! Thank you for being an inspiration for us as well, Larry. Xo from the whole team!

  4. Nanette says:

    So what do you do when you wake up exhausted and the reality of your life is so not what is in your heart and head. I bought your journal with full intentions and so far I can’t get through the first part without crying. My partner had a stroke in December and between work, doctor appointments, and helping him feels like once again my hopes and dreams are put aside. I do spend time in prayer and I do try to Meditate in the evening. I am going back to your 21 sexy diet cleanse. That has helped me feel better with my own health but now need to get back to it. Thank you for sharing your trials into triumphs. Your positivity and outlook is inspiring even when I am too tired to feel it myself. ?

  5. Mary Davis says:

    From one people-pleaser to another ;):
    LOVE THIS!! I finally understand the big deal about affirmations! The way you said “Think of your affirmation practice like planting seeds for your future success” and “Write them in the present tense (as if they’re already true)” – that made me realise affirmations aren’t about blithely affirming things in the present (often I’d think, “But I can’t feel this” or “This isn’t true of me!”) – they are about setting a positive direction for the future, to change your life, starting now. It instantly made them seem more powerful, and saying “All is well” really helped me today with a depressive slump. I felt more relaxed and gently more positive. THANK YOU THANK YOU!! I’m bookmarking your articles to return to when I need to. You’re such a joyous, genuine, kind spirit in the world! God bless you richly, Kris! – Mary xx

    • Jennifer says:

      You got it, Mary! And, you’ve made our day here at Team Crazy Sexy (especially Kris’s!), thank you so much. We’re so happy to hear about your beautiful “aha” moment and love the idea of you bookmarking Kris’s blogs. What a brilliant idea! You are 100% correct, all is well… Oh, it feels so grounding just to say it. All is well… Xo.

  6. Leslie says:

    Thank you Kris Carr! Yes!

  7. Mary Maki-Rich says:

    This is what I love about you, Kris! Since I started using your journal, things seem to be moving forward and I feel much better. Finding who I am first and moving forward.

  8. Diana Colson says:

    I love your journal. It is beautiful and easy to use. Thank you for sharing all that you have learned.

  9. melanie says:

    I ordered your Journal awhile ago and was waiting for the promised video that would “walk me through” how to use it. I did not receive notice about the “walk through” SO I still have my journal from months ago-unused . I sent an email to you, asking about the “instructional walk through,” but I never received a response

    • Jennifer says:

      Hi Melanie, this is Jennifer from Team Crazy Sexy. I am so sorry you have been waiting for that email. I actually did some research and found that we replied right after you wrote it (about a week ago). I just resent the email so please check for it. I actually think I sent it twice to be honest. 🙂 If you’re still having troubles, will you please contact info@kriscarr.com and they can be sure to help out? Thank you!

  10. Audrey says:

    I love this. Thank you so much for sharing! I can’t wait to try it. I do have a question though… You said to journal how you are feeling in the morning, without a filter. So if you wake up and something is bothering you from yesterday and you feel crappy about it, does being honest that you feel crappy help to move that energy out faster?

    • Jennifer says:

      Hey Audrey! This is Jennifer from Team Crazy Sexy. Absolutely always journal without a filter. Think of your journal as your trusted friend who is there to listen and help you sort out what’s bothering you. If you feel crappy, write about it. If you feel amazing, write about that too. Kris mentioned recently that writing can help get these bad feelings moving and sometimes helps sort out why we’re feeling how we’re feeling. No need to lie to your journal and shove those feelings deep inside. Be honest and get it out. I’m guessing it’ll feel great. 🙂

  11. text twist 2 says:

    When you’re in a positive state of mind, elevating your energy and directing it towards your highest potential, you’re more likely to achieve your desires (success!).

  12. Cynthia says:

    Very Powerful way to start the day. Thank you for sharing a positive approach to being in control of your life.

  13. Sue says:

    I watched your wellness Wednesday video on this as well. The part about not believing the affirmations really resonated with me. I find that is where I struggle the most. I’m in a rough patch right now and I feel like when I say some positive affirmations I’m just lying to myself. You really helped me with the reframing part – making it into a statement I can believe “Ie I am open to….”. I also find that mornings and getting my day started in the right mindset are my biggest struggle. So thank you.

    • Jennifer says:

      Hey Sue! This is Jennifer from Team Crazy Sexy. I just wanted to let you know I’ve passed this along to Kris and can assure you’ll she’ll send a big “you’re welcome” right back. Reframing is key since really believing in the affirmations is what makes them stick. Keep up the amazing work! Xo from the whole team. 🙂

  14. Karie Hawthorne says:

    Hi Kris
    Thank you so much for this guide!! I meditate and journal every morning but I love having a purposeful journal practice! Thank you for sharing!!
    Can I please get an example of some “intentions”? I feel stuck on this one.
    Thank you for your guidance and help!

  15. Peter says:

    I have had a shoulder injury for three years. The tendons aren’t working in it.l tell myself that my aging switch is turned off and utterly destroyed my youth switch is turned on for the rest of my long life. The first time I said this the next day I had no whiskers to shave.When you say this your age goes back to your youth.

  16. Brigit Rotondi says:

    Thank you so much for all your help Kris Carr.

  17. Hi Kris,
    This is a great practice that you use. I use something similar, I ask what am I feeling?, three times, with the idea that each time, I go a little deeper. Then I ask what do I need? three times, asking from a place of my deepest desires. I definitely see the wisdom in finding 3 things I’m grateful for, so I’m going to add that.

    When I check in with myself and witness my feelings and needs, then the day goes so much better, and I’m able to be more present to myself and others throughout the day. I’ve been doing this for about 7 years now, and it’s made all the difference! Early on, I was full of anger, but once I became regular enough to trust myself, the anger gave way to joy and the touchstone of wisdom and innocence if that makes sense? The innocence I think was tapping into my true essence.

    • Jennifer says:

      Hey there! This is Jennifer from Team Crazy Sexy. Your comment is absolutely beautiful, Carol! What a great practice. Isn’t journaling just the best?

  18. Hazel says:

    Hi. Chris. I’m keen to start this fitness tracker but with the first question, How are you feeling today, most days I wake up feeling not that happy, not wanting to go to work, pretty miserable all up. I just put on a happy face even though that’s not how I feel. Do I write how I really feel because I just think reading that every day will just make me miserable. But if I write something not true it might perk me up but it’s not true. Hope you get what I’m saying. Thanks Hazel

    • Jennifer says:

      Hey Hazel! This is Jennifer from Team Crazy Sexy. Your time with your journal is sacred and you want to be honest about how you’re feeling. Stuffing those emotions down won’t help, but if you give yourself some time to feel them and dig deep, it might be easier to see the good in life and move through the pain. Once you get to the intention and affirmation part of the exercise, you can find what affirmation truly feels right to you. This isn’t a “fake it until you make it” things. Here are some affirmations Kris loves (11 Affirmations to Lift Your Spirits and Elevate Your Energy), and here is a guide to intention-setting that will get you started (Why Setting Intentions Sets You Up for Success). Good luck and lots of love from the whole team!

  19. Michelle Calleri says:

    This is great Kris!! Thank you so much for sharing, can’t wait to start tomorrow morning!!

  20. Erin says:

    I do a version of this every day as well and it is incredibly powerful.
    Creating the energy for your day really does set the stage for all kinds of miracles and just plain fun to show up in our lives. Sometimes my intention is just “I want something really cool to show up in my life today” and then let the universe decide what that is. And then when it does show up, I usually end up in a big ol belly laugh! What I have not tried is writing it down. So this will be a fun new adventure! Thanks Kris, as always you are inspiring!

  21. Debra says:

    Kris,
    I so appreciate you. It’s been a tough week and you keep me so centered, balanced and hopeful. Thank you!

  22. Deb says:

    YES YES YES YES

  23. Cindy says:

    I love this practice, and while I do it sort of automatically, I love the simple structure and routine with intention. Thank you.

    • Jennifer says:

      Hi Cindy! This is Jennifer from Team Crazy Sexy. We’re so happy you’re resonating with Kris’s routine. It really is simple and structure can help a lot of us who tend to get busy with other stuff (guilty as charged!). Keep up the great work!

  24. Mary says:

    I’ve always felt like we can do our day, then get the feeling from that. This is really different. Know the feeling you want first and do everything you can to stay true to having it. Clarifies my day. Not as twisted. I am smart and strong.

  25. Ayzen says:

    Thank you, thank youuuu
    This post helped öe a lot

    • Jennifer says:

      A big thank you, Ayzen, from Kris and the Crazy Sexy Team! We’re so happy the post helped. (Jennifer from Team Crazy Sexy)

  26. Joe says:

    Thank You

  27. Sherold says:

    Dear Kris – I start my day with a 20-minute meditation and will add intention setting for the day. Thank you for sharing your practice. One of my coaching teachers poo poo’d affirmations and this reminds me of their power. I haven’t used them in a long time. Today that will change as a result of your blog. Thank you. xo

    • Mary says:

      I have been told to make my affirmations personal. That has helped me. ❤️

      • Jennifer says:

        Hi Mary! This is Jennifer from Team Crazy Sexy. That is such a great idea keeping them personal! Thank you so much for sharing.

    • Jennifer says:

      Wahoo! This is such great news, Sherold! This is Jennifer from Team Crazy Sexy and we love the idea of you “shooing the poo pooing” and getting back to the power of affirmations. We’re so happy to have looped you back in. 🙂

  28. Claudine Driskill says:

    Great post ❤️

  29. Liz Johnson says:

    Kris, I love your stuff, I love your outlook and I’m glad to hear that this practice works for you so well. I am in a very similar fight and I have the same practice. I can’t say I am seeing the same results. Yes, it does keep me from driving off a cliff, but it hasn’t produced any special insights, intuition, joy or special magic in my life. It allows me to live alongside the sadness and fear that now occupy the space once held by joy and happiness. Sometimes that’s all one can hope for. Wishing you continued success!

    • kris says:

      Thank you, Liz. I am so sorry to hear you are going through such a difficult time. I’ve been there too – life has its ups and downs. Stick with your self-care, remember it’s about *progress, not perfection,* know you are loved, and take great care of your beautiful self. My whole team and I are sending you lots of healing energy. Xo sweetheart.

  30. Carey says:

    Thank you so much for this!! I fight depression pretty often. I think putting this into practice will help me have a healthier mind. You are always so encouraging. Thank you!!!

    • kris says:

      I hope this is helpful, Carey. I’m happy to be encouraging, I know life can be tough sometimes. Would a pep-talk meditation help to remind you how perfect you are? If so, you can find one on my freebies page (3rd item down, https://kriscarr.com/shop/free-downloads/). I’m sending you so much healing energy. We are so happy you’re here with us. Xo.

  31. Larry Fogle says:

    I start my day with a positive attitude.I know that all days aren’t going to be good,but you have to remember that ..tomorrow is another day,no matter how bad things are…..thank’s kris for your wonderful messages……have agreat day.

  32. Jeannine says:

    Here is my affirmation: I am gorgeous, wise and JOYOUS today!

  33. Helvie says:

    Good morning Kris. Thank you so much. This came at the perfect time.

  34. Lisa says:

    I have journaled for a long time; writing affirmations and a gratitude list. I plan to add the other two; intentions and feelings to my practice. I also like to read a daily meditation before I begin my journaling.
    Thank you Kris!

  35. Margaret Heisey says:

    Yes!! Here I go. Happy November everyone. Kris- when are you launching that journal? I was so bummed I didn’t win one of your special ones a few months back!

  36. Elizabeth Mathews says:

    I started my week anxious worried hurt and fearful. I just sat and did the Success Mindset Practice and now I feel hopeful and centered again. Today I choose Health first (something my dad taught me.) I choose conscious contact with God. Thank you, so much, Kris Carr. What helped me most today was to read that you are a “people pleaser,” too, and that is “not necessarily a bad thing.” Thank you so much for sharing, for being vulnerable and candid and for leading so many to better health and more happiness.

    • kris says:

      I’m so happy you did the Success Mindset Practice and it was helpful. This means so much, Elizabeth (and fellow people pleaser). Keep up the great work! Xo.

  37. Lisa Longfellow says:

    Oh I love this and YES! I’m going to start and try to do it every morning (4:45? Yikes! I can do it!!)

  38. G’Mornin Goddess Kris!

    YES! I will practice the morning ritual. I already do most of this however, not in the simplistic way you have laid it out… here comes more simplicity for my morning Spiritual practice.

    Thank you,
    Namaste and have a Blessed Day
    Karen

  39. Mary Ann Schran says:

    Giving it a try – looking forward to a way to start my day organized and with clear intention.

  40. Anna Erwast says:

    O how I love, love, love this!! Thank you so much for sharing Kris. I will start this right away. You are amazing ! ❤️

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