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Originally Posted by sans
Hi Golden Eve,
I understand your feelings. Good news: You can change the way you feel about yourself. Not so good news: It takes alot of work and doesn't happen instantly.
But, you are worth it, so no better time to get started.
Read positive, inspirational things. Say affirmations to yourself. I know it sounds cheesy, but it works. It really counteracts the negative self talk we are programmed with.
When I am really in a self-loathing mood, I can help myself by looking at all that I have that is good. No matter how bad we have it, there is always someone worse off. I try to visualize someone who has it rough, but makes a good life out of it. Netflix has several documentaries, one is called Happy. It reminds me to be thankful for what I have, and appreciate instead of complain.
Also, no one is perfect. We all have bad days. Give yourself a break, and try to learn from the behaviors that you want to change. It's a process. Maybe start journaling with some goals in mind. Be kind to yourself, and soon you will see that you are a very lovable person! xo
Sans
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thank you so much.. those are all great points and are very helpful. I know I am extra hard on myself. That's because I grew up with overly critical parents, so I internalized that and am my own worst critic.
Funny you mention those documentaries on happiness and gratitude. The irony is I have my own blog about happiness and advise others on ways to be happy and on how to be grateful for what you DO have. And now, I am unhappy and cannot seem to snap out of it. But the cause of that is myself... I am my own worst enemy.
Thing is, I know I have a lot of great qualities that people have pointed out to me.... I think I am focusing too much on all that is wrong with me and am forgetting about all that I do well or right. Recently I had a conflict with a friend and that turned out have disastrous consequences for me. And I am feeling awful because it was (mainly) my own fault.
Sorry for rambling... and thank you.
