Good post! I particularly agree about not opening up to people who have no supportive words. Some people are very low on empathy (and social skills, and even enjoy putting others down. Not cool.)

Trying new things can definitely be positive!

I know you have some great qualities. Low self esteem can eat away at that belief... and opening up to idiots (which I have done at times irl) does not help either

I agree with what mote.of.soul said about self love.

It's great that you have some self help books, that's a very good start We are all here for community and support, its nice to meet you