Most of the time, when I think about myself, I immediately focus on what needs fixing. I easily get caught up in my flaws, my mistakes, and the things I wish I had done differently. My mind tends to replay those not so great experiences and moments. But when I take a moment to pause and give myself a little credit, I realize that there are also good things worth celebrating. It feels strange to admit this, but maybe that’s why it matters.
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Not to be proud or speak highly of myself but one thing I genuinely like about myself is that I care deeply about people. Sometimes, maybe too much but i feel it's still cool, I’m the kind of person who checks in on friends even when I’m dealing with my own issues. I remember birthdays, send random “thinking of you” messages, and listen when people need to talk even when i might not have all the answers to the questions or problems,one thing I've understood is that it help take the weights from their shoulders. Listening is something I don’t always acknowledge obviously but it’s one of my quiet strengths when it comes to my relationship with people. I don’t always have the answers, but I am there and that's what is most important. Honestly, just being present is more powerful than we often realize.
Another quality I value is my resilience. Life hasn’t exactly given me an easy path, although I'll never confess such,I’ve faced situations that felt overwhelming, where giving up seemed easier than perseverance, Yet, here I am still pushing, still moving, even if it’s not always smooth. Over time I’ve learned how to get back up after being knocked down, and I don’t want to overlook that at all. That stubborn determination, the refusal to stay down for long, is something I can be proud of each time i picture myself
I also think I have a creative side that shows up in unexpected ways. It might be how i decorate a space, intellectually craft things or put together a last minute plan when things go wrong. I enjoy finding new angles, fresh approaches, or turning something ordinary into something meaningful. For me, creativity isn’t just about art or craftiness alone, it’s about being resourceful and looking at problems from a different perspective.
Another part of me that I appreciate is my sense of humor. I love making people laugh, even when the timing isn’t perfect. Humor has been my survival tool in tough situations, It lightens heavy days and creates connections with people around me. Sometimes, I poke fun at myself just to break the ice, and other times I use humor to remind myself not to take life too seriously, life shouldn't be so serious afterall.My ability to find something funny, even in hard times, keeps me grounded.
Finally, one of the favorite things about myself is that I never stop trying to grow. I constantly reflect, learn, relearn and adjust. I’m not content with staying stagnant; honestly it's my worst fear, i want to be better tomorrow than I was yesterday. That drive doesn’t mean I don’t stumble, i do, I definitely do but it shows my commitment to picking myself up, understanding where I went wrong, and helps me keep moving forward.
So, if I had to sum it up, I’d say the good in me is this mix of compassion, resilience, creativity, humor, and determination. I don’t always celebrate these qualities, but they are there. Maybe taking a moment to acknowledge them isn’t selfishness or me being proud, it’s just a necessity. Sometimes the best way to move forward is to recognize the good that already exists within you.
