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# Printable Positivity
E.M. Papers' Bookmarks Feature Affirmations to Brighten Your Day

By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-07-25 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e.m.-papers-bookmarks
References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/23573/) & [empapers](http://www.empapers.com/happiness-bookmarks.html)

These printable bookmarks from E.M. Papers are perfect for infusing some positivity into your day. With affirmations like "Have an attitude of gratitude" and "Make friends and treasure family," these paper goods subtly give you an incentive to be nice.

According to E.M. Papers, the [affirmations featured on the bookmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/self-love-daily-affirmations) are sourced from 10 behaviors that are proven to make someone feel happier and more satisfied with life. Hey, whatever works!

**Implications** - With the economic recession effecting many North Americans' lives, many consumers are looking for products with [positive messages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-went-well-today) to alleviate stress. Corporations can capitalize on this consumer desire by offering products and services which reduce stress levels.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.5/10
- Popularity: 32% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Positive Affirmations:** The trend of incorporating positive affirmations into tangible goods and services.
- **Mental Wellness:** The trend of promoting and prioritizing mental wellness through consumer products and services.
- **Printables:** The trend of offering printable goods as a customizable and affordable alternative to physical products.

### Where This Applies

- **Stationery and Gifts:** The stationery and gifts industry can create products with positive affirmations and promote mental wellness, such as bookmarks, journals, and notepads.
- **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising agencies can incorporate positive affirmations into their campaigns to promote mental wellness and reduce stress levels for consumers.
- **Digital Products:** Developers can create printable digital products, such as customizable affirmations or gratitude journals, to provide an affordable and accessible solution to promoting mental wellness.

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