Ten things I like about myself.

Yesterday I posted Luke's list of things he likes about himself and Ben wanted to know why his list wasn't scanned in as well... I told him it was boring because it didn't mention his butt. (But then I promptly scanned it in and added it to the blog post below.)

Today's journal topic was "if I could change something about myself, what would it be?" Neither of my kids could come up with anything... They sat there with blank stares for ten minutes. Finally, they asked if they could give themselves a superhero power instead of changing something "regular". I love that they are comfortable in their own skin and are satisfied with exactly who they are.

For the past few weeks, they always ask me why I don't write in my journal. I tell them I do, it just happens to be on the computer. They said that doesn't count because it doesn't help me practice my handwriting-- which is exactly what I tell them when they want to type instead. I told them that my handwriting is wicked awesome and I don't need any practice :) The truth is, I am confident and know I have a lot of talents, but I am often critical of myself, even with silliest of things. I choose to focus on the things that I want to change about myself and not the qualities I love. So, today I am taking a lesson from my kids and writing ten things I love about myself. I challenge you do to the same!

Here's my list:

1. I can usually see the silver-lining on a cloudy day.
2. I am creative.
3. I am not afraid to tell it like it is.
4. I can get a lot accomplished in a short amount of time.
5. I am patient, especially with children.
6. I can always find something to laugh about.
7. I don't stress about the small stuff.
8. I know how to connect with others on a personal level.
9. I have a passion for learning new things and I am inspired easily.
10. I know how fly by the seat of my pants-- and find joy in the ride!

Now it's your turn. Take a minute to think about it and make your own list. When we outwardly show confidence in ourselves, we give permission for others to do the same. The person with the best list will get to babysit my kids for the weekend.

If you don't dare write it on your blog... take out that hand-written journal or stand in front of the mirror and smile while reciting this line: "I'm Good Enough, I'm Smart Enough, and Doggone It, People Like Me!"