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There is only me
Starbucks + A New Earth = Finding inner purpose
I haven’t forgotten my blogs by request. Jeremy suggested the topic of self-appreciation.
I don’t know about you, but I think that sometimes I am too hard on myself. And then again, sometimes I worry that I’m not hard enough. It’s this constant state of self-doubt. I am trying to rid myself of it, but I’ve been conditioned by my past, y’know?
What I like about myself is that I can make responsible decisions. It may take me a little while to get there, but I do. The past couple of years have shown that I can face things I thought were insurmountable due to my own hang ups, in that I paid off my credit cards and finally saw a doctor about problems of the hormonal kind. Sure, I still have my issues with medicine, and sure, I worry that I will never have enough money to retire, but I am taking those steps. I like that I am cautious and a bit boring. Change and the unexpected throw me out of whack.
So, that covers personality. Physically, I am one fly bitch, so there’s so much to choose from… (Did I also mention that I love my sarcasm?) I suppose I like my eyes. Sure they have dark circles underneath, and sure, if I don’t groom, my brows rival Frida’s, but I am the only one in my family with light eyes and therefore I embrace them for their uniqueness. I am, after all, one unique beeyotch!
So, there you have it. Some self-appreciation. What do you like about yourselves? C’mon. Fess up!
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Good post, Diz. And you hit on the reason that I suggested this topic: you spend a lot of time criticizing yourself. But don’t get me wrong, you do so in a very entertaining way. :-)
As for me, I like the fact that I’m pretty optimistic and always try to see the good side of life and other people. Physically…that’s a tough one. There’s a lot I’d like to change, but I’m stuck with it all. However, while I used to hate my curly hair, I’ve actually started to like it and realize it’s just part of the big ol’ nerdy package. Or maybe I just appreciate the fact that I still have it.
Hi Diz,
I loved this post. Very good. I try to follow the “Wear Sunscreen” advice of Baz Luhrmann. You know, don’t congratulate yourself too much or berate yourself either.
The criticims I have about myself are two fold. First, I am selfish. I have been making a lot of efforts to rectify this. Second, I like discipline and commitment to projects. Nothing EVER seems to get done.
Physically, I am pleased with the way I look. I would be even more pleased if I lost 20 pounds or so.
Sorry, on the above post, like should be lack!
I must read things better before hitting the button!
What I like about myself, huh? It’s always easier to say what I don’t like about myself. I could never judge my own body and whenever I do I always end up finding nothing good about it. Oh wait, I never found anything wrong with my ears. Does that count?
Personality-wise? Seriously, I don’t know.
@Jeremy - Self deprecation is my M.O. ;) Thanks for the topic and for playing along, too!
@Ben - Ah, Baz Luhrmann. I always forget that song. In general I guess everyone is too hard on themselves.
@Colin - Yes, it’s always easier to pick oneself apart. But the point is, we shouldn’t! I’m sure you have lovely ears, in any case.
At these moment, there isn’t anything about myself I like. I have been a poor wife and mother lately. I have been an awful student. I have gained back the weight I lost. (Probably, because of the women issues I’m having.)
I try to be positive but it has been very difficult. I think we all go through times we don’t like ourselves though. Those are the times we grow. Well, I guess I’m having a butt load of growth right now! : (
I meant “this” not these. Ugh.
@Jennifer - Take some twisted comfort in the fact that you aren’t alone in not liking yourself sometimes.