self esteem / positive affirmations

A while ago my therapist asked me to make a list of positive things about mysrlf and refer to it daily. The only things I could come up with at the time was that I am a good cook, keep a nice clean house and pretty garden, and a good nurse. Not exactly what she was looking for. I don't know why but it is PAINFUL to try to compliment myself. My self esteem has taken a hit lately. So I am back to trying to find the positives. So I want to invite you all to join me in listing something, or many somethings that are positive about YOU! I want to try to post this daily. My positive today is I am an honest person. you can count on me to tell the truth

Let's add to the list that you are a great writer. The other day you were able to come in via the computer line and really relate to what I was feeling. You express yourself in a way that makes me know I really like you as a person. I've liked your posts this whole past year I've been reading this board. I also think that's not a bad list. I truly admire nurses. My older sister is a CCIU nurse. I wanted to be one too, but was not a serious enough student to get down to business. I admire the role nurses play in people's recoveries. I will never forget a male nurse that helped me learn to nurse my firstborn son. I would have given up if it hadn't been for his wonderful support. Being a good nurse is really something to be proud of. Something about me? Well I think I am a positive person. I like to help others in simple ways and not take credit for it. I figure I will be rewarded with good kharma, and it just gives me a good feeling. I don't get irritated with grocery clerks or people who make a really dumb driving move. I figure they are having a bad day. Keep your chin up...you are a really great lady! Patty

thank you!