The Pat Yourself On The Back Concept

Hmmm - interesting concept. Have to admit I am probably one of those rare people who honestly does feel good about myself most of the time - I actually quite like myself - LOL - but I know lots of people do suffer from low self-esteem. I guess I'm lucky - my parents bought me up to believe that everyone is equal, and noone is better than me, and I try to keep that in mind always. Anyway - here are 5 of mine..... (1) I got through School and University with excellent grades, but without ever having to work too hard or get stressed about exams etc. (2) I am not over-awed by anyone. I've met loads of celebrities and "famous people" though my partner's job, and I can honestly say I talk to them just as I talk to the girl on the check-out in the local supermarket - there are no better then me in my view - just equal:-)) (3) I can speak 5 languages fluently and have travelled the world alone and loved every minute of it! (4) I have loved and given homes to many, many stray and ill-treated cats, and given them the life they deserved and hadn't had until I met them. (5) I am fortunate to have a partner, who respects me and lets me be my own independant person, whilst still supporting me when/if I need it. Ours is a great and equal partnership and I adore him!!

That's a nice little esteem booster! Let's see: 1). I was an honor student in school 2). I graduated college 3). I am a good mother 4). I have travelled the way I always hoped I would 5). I am a good friend/relative 6). I played in an orchestra 7). I have inspired my kids to be creative and follow their own paths, and it is working! 8). I am reliable 9). I am punctual 10). I am very, very good in a crisis

I feel like such a wuss. This post has me in tears. I had to do this once..name 10 things I was good at and I was stumped. I went to see my Mum and I asked her and she said "I don't know". And it floored me. I can think of dozens of things I've tried and failed at, but I survived ...does that count? I get back up and have another go or do something else. A friend once said to me "At least you have a go, I just drift from day to day in my safe, empty life" I'm going to try and list some things...I've had to think really hard. 1) Bought two homes all by myself and owned them outright. 2) I'm a good driver. 3) Finally joined an amateur theatrical group and landed a lead role. 4) Owned and operated my own cafe/takeaway shop. 5) Stopped smoking for 2 1/2 years. 6) While being a checkout chick, I studied and earned a Certificate III in Pathology Specimen Collection. 7) Found MyLot which is changing how I see myself thanks to some great friends.

oh sure, this is a good thing to do. it is high time that we raise our self-esteem. when we feel so down and out and feels useless and utterly depressed, we can look into that list and it can lighten us up once again. this is really a good idea to do. in fact, i am thinking right now about all those accomplishments in my life. they are quite plenty. as i will do the list, i believe that i can start ffrom my younger days onwards to the present. i should say my thanks for this good input to work on.

Everyone certainly needs positive thinking! I can pat myself on the back for a good many things on most days. I think I do pretty good just getting out of bed! lol! I do have a variation of your formula. I list at least 5 things I am thankful for. I try to do that everyday, never listing the same thing twice. That can get you feeling pretty good, too.

This is a tough one for me, I am not in the habit of doing this so I really had to think on this one. 1. Survived major physical trauma when less than two years old. 2. Survived two really bad marriages. 3. Raised my daughter by myself. 4. Working on my college degree and currently have a 4.0 average. 5. Have been published a few times, nothing earthshaking. Not much else I can think of at all. My life has been pretty dull so far and I don't expect it to change much...lol.

This is a really great concept. However I don't think I've got 10 things to name. Maybe it's because I'm tired but I can't really think of anything at the moment...well I can a few things like graduating high school and surviving six miscarriages.

Here's my pat myself on the back list : 1. Married a Marine. Deployments are no joke. Hubby just returned in Feb and due to leave for Iraq again in Oct. 2. I'm a wonderful stay at home mom to our 2 year old toddler and a 2 year old Lab mix. I keep everything organised and in order. I take great pride in my work and responsibilities as a mom and wife. It's hard being both a Mom and Dad most of the times with hubby gone so much. 3. I've travelled the world and had a successful career before giving all that up for a quiet life at home with the family. 4. Moved 1/2 way around the world from family, friends, good career, etc to be with my husband. 5. Had my baby all by myself in a new country and zero support except from my husband cos' everyone was so far away. 6. I still find time to do volunteer work. I believe strongly in that. That no matter who we are, how little we think we have, we always have something to offer. I really enjoy doing volunteer work and it makes my life and time here on this earth so much more meaningful. 7. I also love myself enough to always have "me" time. I find a lot of wives and mothers so overwhelmed and giving so much of themselves and end up being burnt out and unappreciated. The best thing I figured I could do for myself and my family is first of all, to love me. I love watching movies, crocheting, reading, scrapbooking, etc. 8. Hubby and I started a debt diet a little over a year ago cos' we were so tired of living from paycheck to paycheck and drowning in debts. In one year, we managed to reduce our credit card debts from 15K to less than 4K. 9. I make sure my family eats healthy. I cook at home everyday and prepare nutritious meals for the family. I read labels and I'm careful about what we consume. 10. I believe strongly in creating and maintaining good relationships with those we love. I take time to keep in touch with loved ones. I email, call, write notes, etc. I also maintain a blog for them to view latest updates and pics of the family, post comments, etc.