to tell you what I love about myself? And to ask you the same?

[lovelinks]

I remember seeing a similar thread, and after giving birth 3 months ago I feel I need another as I've been focussed a lot on how my body has changed negatively (or what I perceive to be a negative change). I've forgotten what I love about myself...

I have always liked my eyes and it wasn't until someone commented on them yesterday that I remembered. I am also thankful for my giving nature, and whilst I've been walked all over a couple of times, I still love to help people and enjoy going out of my way for others.

Anyone care to share what they like about themselves?

Funnily enough I too love my eyes, it something I never really noticed but many people comment on- especially men. When I ask what they say ‘there’s just something intoxicating about rhem’ (Whatever that means).

I like that I’m always willing to help people, and something is never too much of a problem. Luckily I have no one that takes advantage of that, although people have tried in the past. So for example:- I’ve deiven 20 miles at 5am when someone realised they’d lost their debit card and had no fuel for work. I’ve helped people with essays and coursework many times. I’ve given lifts at 1am when someone taxi hasn’t turned up. I’ve babysat when a child’s been ill and couldn’t do to nursery. I fed my neighbours for a wee when they were all very unwell with the flu. Offered strangers in our paid for taxi to get back to the airport as there’s was delayed. Have paid for a mums shopping when she didn’t have enough money. And many other things.

Dp tells me off sometimes because I talk to strangers so much (I just attract them!) and will let cars out at junctions, someone go infront of me whilst shopping, always giving food to the food back although I’m struggling myself (it’s not a lot only a few pounds).

But that’s just me🤷🏻‍♀️ It’s how I’ve always been, and I won’t ever change! I think it’s better than being a sour puss! My dc are like me too, so I think it’s just a heredity thing!!!

Congratulations on your baby!

Physically I like my boobs. Personality I love my sense of humour. I'm not afraid to be silly

I'm with ireally - great tits and gsoh! Good listener too.

Congratulations, and nice one for the positive thread!

The only thing that I can think of for myself is nothing about my physical appearance, but I am not a helpless woman, I can do all DIY repairs, decorating, gardening, moving furniture, assembling furniture, all as well as being a mum to 3 young dc. Luckily because dh is not into any of that!

I'm ashamed at how long it's taken me to think of anything, but I have nice hair, and I'm very polite.
I used to like my boobs but my figure is a bit of an issue for me at the moment, humph

Physically I'm in excellent shape, I'm strong, fit, healthy and work hard to maintain the status quo. I turn 40 at the end of this year and I can't bloody wait.

I'm kind to myself, I'm kind to others, I'm a great listener, I'm emphatic, I'm a clear thinker, I'm proactive in all areas of my life, I'm friendly, I'm inclusive. I'm basically Pollyanna but with less sugar.

I'm never scared to take a risk, I'm a total daredevil and I look for the joy in all areas of life. I'm the friend that will always do the bungee jump with you, or the sky dive. I'm the one who will take phone calls at 3am because you need an ear.

I love far more about myself (obviously my modesty and humble nature being two of those things...) than I dislike.

And in fact, I don't think there are any traits that I dislike anymore really, only traits that I make sure I work on. Physically my curly hair is now manageable thanks to GHDs and the Brazilian blow out. My small eyes are actually quite exotic and show my heritage.

I don't have a lot of patience and I have to be very mindful of the fact that not everyone sees life as joyfully as I do. I always have to remind myself to think before I speak in case I dismiss other peoples' worries or fears. I need to let people be sad or frustrated, or angry without trying to take that away from them.
I'm also quite impulsive which can be a good or bad thing depending on how you look at it, and I really like order and routine so am conscious that I need to roll with the punches and not take changes personally.

Every day I stand in the mirror and tell myself 3 things that I love about myself. Can be physical or emotional, it doesn't matter. Everyone deserves to hear that they're amazing in their own way, and it will be 10 times more powerful if you tell yourself, than if someone else tells you.

And congratulations on your baby OP!