☀️ - Things I Like About You And Me - 🥰
Hi guys, I know something similar like this has been done before, but I thought I'd try to bring it back and help our community muster more self-confidence, support, and self-appreciation. 
Let's say either 3 things we like about ourselves, or 3 things that we appreciate that other people do (can be general, or specific to someone you know). I'll do both because why not 
3 things I like about me:
- I like the sense of humor that I have, it's not for everyone but it's for me
- I'm proud that I pushed myself to sacrifice some "fun" right now, for my future benefit (not going out as much or spending money, and instead of studying hard, and saving up)
- I like that I've come to accept my hair even though it can be dry, frizzy, and too thick (it has been compared to a birds nest before
)
3 things that I appreciate about others:
- I think it's really cool when people say thanks to cashiers, workers, etc.
- I like it when people come up and ask me for help or a question. Idk why but it makes me feel happy that they chose to ask me regardless of what it is. (idk if that's weird)
- I really appreciate it when people understand that life gets busy, and not being able to make it to plans isn't always being flaky or fake, but simply life as an adult can be hard and packed.
If any of these apply to you, THANK YOU - you made my day!
Cheering yourself or others on, and acknowledging positives that are either big or small is a very healthy habit that can improve our mental health and boost other people's morals. The smallest compliment can go a long way!
tagging others to see what you guys appreciate!
@celestialdreamer @clarii3105 @hunginc @Macaria @Wathan @November13 @Bingo1234 @WheresMySquishy @Hozzles @Lost_Space_Explorer5 @scared01 @Saltwaterdreamtime @Anonymous @Tay100 @StormySeas17@Tiny_leaf @clarii3105 @ayrc_1904 @A_Friend
Quitting smoking is a really huge mountain for a lot of people to climb. I'm not only proud but impressed by your determination. Really happy for you!
Also, admitting you are wrong is hard for people because of pride sometimes, and so when they are able to bring themselves to do it, I gain a lot of respect for them. 
Appreciate your contribution!
@Anzelmo I love this thread so much, it made me smile reading these.
3 things I like about me:
- I like my willingness to keep going even during the tough times
- I like my kind-heartedness
- I like that I'm willing to give up things for what's important to me and that I be firm about it.
3 things I appreciate in others:
- I appreciate when others share their similar experiences or empathise with what others are going through to show support
- I appreciate when others smile or compliment a stranger or cashier
- I appreciate when others are kind to themselves, others, animals and the world
@A_Friend I love how brave and strong you are in giving up things for stuff that is important to you! I always admire people who can do that for themselves or things they really believe in, because it's something I struggle with sometimes, and it's a great skill to have!
Thanks for showing support to yourself and to others @A_Friend and @Kaylee-RO !
It's so important to be strong within yourself and to keep pushing forward when times get tough. I'm happy you both have the resilience and spirit to support yourselves and it's great to also have the strength to sacrifice other things, for what you believe is important. 
Also @Kaylee-RO I love your last point. It is really comforting and encouraging to see people you know develop, grow, and build on themselves. Do you have any tips for how I might encourage people to do this without sounding mean or like I'm judging them?
Keep being you! 
@Anzelmo It is lovely for you to point that out 
I think seeing people evolve is such a special thing to watch and I believe it always comes from looking at things through a strengths based perspective! So my advice would be to not criticize someone for something they 'should' be doing, but rather acknowledge them for what they are already doing. Noticing strengths in someone will create a domino effect. If you provide positive feedback it will produce positive reactions
Hope that is helpful!
"If you provide positive feedback it will produce positive reactions" 
That is such a great way of putting it. I'm sometimes worried about coming off the wrong way suggesting things, but by focusing more on what they have done it makes it easier to support and encourage them without judging them. Thanks for the tip!
Aw this thread hits a sweet spot!
3 things I like about me
1. My strength when it comes to holding myself up, and protecting myself from things around me
2. My dedication to my health and making myself feel good every single day
3. My forgiveness to myself and others
3 things I appreciate in others:
1. I appreciate when others smile as you pass them on a walk or out in public
2. I appreciate when someone can have a really great conversation when I am out
3. I appreciate when my friends and people surrounding take time out to focus on themselves and grow, surrounding my world with more positivity and purity
Forgiveness is such a lovely skill to have and to practice It's something I struggle with sometimes since I tend to hold onto the past and think about things over and over again, when really, I could just be movin on with my best life haha
so 3 things I like about me:
1. I like my self-awareness particularly on my mental state
2. I like my empathy and understanding towards others
3. I like that I still try my best to live better and meaningfully even I've been through many traumas
3 things that I appreciate about others:
1. I appreciate others when they are supporting people who have bad experience (or even a bad day)
2. I appreciate others when they don't have similar experiences (or have different opinions) but still show their respect to others and try their best to understand others.
3. I appreciate others who are nice to vulnerable groups
@Macaria I think it's lovely to praise yourself on self-awareness! I always try my best to say I'm proud of people for acknowledging how they feel and being so aware of their emotions and mental state. Such a fantastic skill to have! You got this!
I love that I can be real with myself and others. If I'm having a good day, I show it. If I'm having a bad day I can respectfully discuss it and be self responsible. I can be raw, vulnerable and expose my ugliness. I can accept compliments and say thank you. I love that I can be challenging as well as easy. I love that I can hold space for myself as much as I can for others. I love that I have some fire in me and accept that sometimes saying no upsets others. I'm ok with upsetting people when they are asking too much of me and I respectfully need to do what's well for me.
Hi @MaryRO !
Being genuine means being okay with the good and the bad.
It's great that you have that mentality. Because it's not about using it as an excuse to be mean or rude to people, but it's a chance to open up, build integrity, and staying resilient.
Also, I like how you know when to say "no" and you're aware that it's a perfectly okay answer to give. I feel like people are hesitant to say it nowadays.
Loved this contribution!
What a super cute and thoughtful post! I love the idea and am so for self love especially on Valentine's! As much as it's so lovely to have a partner in life, it's also so important to love yourself first
3 things I like about me:
- I like how driven and passionate I am
- I like that I've planned to better myself and have goals set for who I'd like to be for myself and for others
- I like that I care so much for family
3 things that I appreciate about others:
- I love when people help elderly people cross the street
- I appreciate it when other people stand up for what they believe in even if they're a minority and feel they might not be heard or were hurt many times before
- I appreciate those people who actively show they care about me
Hi @ayrc_1904 and @Macaria !
Thank you for sharing things you guys love about yourselves, and they are things you should definitely be proud of ! Both of your 2nd points as well for the things you appreciate about others are really great and sort of hit similar but different points. 
It is really nice to see people be strong in their views and beliefs and not fold under pressure and agree with people. But even then, it's also important to still be respectful to others because even if you don't agree with someone's views or actions, you can still show respect and support for the person themself.
@Anzelmo Hair freaks unite! I used to be called 'fluffy' because of my curly frizz, but now I love it and always wear it down. Just need to figure out how to retain my waves I love this thread btw! Forcing me to engage in positive self-talk is always a good thing!
3 things I like about me:
1. That I'm (apparently) a good friend
2. That I'm super creative and always have something to daydream about
3. That I never give up even when I really want to
3 things I appreciate about others:
1. When they want a hug for no reason lol
2. When they can see you're struggling and are extra kind
3. When you can disagree and even upset each other but forgive and forget anyway
Makes me really happy that this thread has been healthy for you! Genuinely made me smile reading this.
Also small update with my hair, I decided to stop fighting it even more and have let it grow out and I'm really liking it so far. As a guy, I am going with a more slicked-back flowy hairstyle. It's been such low maintenance since I just comb all my hair back.
Love seeing more people embrace their bodies and hair - curls, frizzes, and all!
I have been trying to notice the nice things around me for a while, here's what I got!
3 things I like about me:
1. That I'm creative
2. That I care about others and I love people
3. That I can make a decent meal from whatever's left in my fridge
3 things I appreciate about others:
1. When they call an office for something and say thank you at the end
2. When they offer to share food (need I say more?)
3. When they say "no worries" when you say thank you
Learning to appreciate the now, and the little is such a positive skill to have, and I'm glad you're learning to implement it more and more in your life.
Your third point about making decent meals from leftovers. HOW PLEASE TEACH ME. I have been wanting to cook for a while and I have had some things I was able to do, but 90% of the time I don't have fresh ingredients. I cant get that keen to eat since it's all leftovers. Do you have any tips on how I can reuse them and freshen them up for a good meal? 
@Anzelmo well I'm a bit late but here I am! Stir fries and soups are heaven when it comes to chucking everything into one pot. Or it's always good to add more to your leftovers to make new dishes. I found that it helps to freeze veggies/herbs before they go bad to add to your leftovers. Or just forget about what a normal meal must look like and make a few mismatched things to put on your plate!
It's never too late to spread some happiness!
Soup sounds really good right now, I have a cold, and soup would be heaven 😍
And being creative in the kitchen sounds super fun.
