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Fifty Things I Like About Myself

by Monica

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This is probably the fastest HGM post I’ve ever put together. I’ve made a lot of lists in my day and I use them pretty much every day. I even have lists about my “master” lists so when I can figure out a way to keep my life together without requiring a list I’ll be sure to let you know.

I have made lists about the top “fifty things I want to do & see before I die” and I have a list of “50 things I want to accomplish” but I have never made a list about the things I like about myself, let alone 50 of them! I think it’s high time I did.

I was inspired to make a list of fifty things I like about myself after reading a tweet from To Think Is To Create. She posted her list because she was inspired by a post from A Stitch in Time and I thought “WOW, this is cool, what if Moms everywhere began making a list like this?” Maybe they already are and I’m just catching on?

We are so quick to be hard on ourselves and point out the things we want to change in ourselves. I decided to jump on the bandwagon and create my list - off the cuff. I did not want to take any time with this. I wanted to trying to prove to myself that thinking of fifty things should not be very hard? This is a list that is long overdue. I hope you’ll take part in the giveaway and also create a list of your own.

Fifty Things I Like: (About Myself)

  1. That I am healthy
  2. I like the taste of healthy food. Sprouts anyone?
  3. I am open minded
  4. Although I try to follow simple truths
  5. I am an independent thinker, culture rarely influences me
  6. I believe in peace
  7. I am more tolerant with age
  8. I’m excited, most of the time
  9. and I feel deeply
  10. I am empathetic
  11. I have penetrating eyes
  12. My eyes never lie
  13. I cannot fake my feelings either
  14. I take risks!
  15. I’m a supportive wife
  16. and a great mom, even when I’m stretched to my limit.
  17. I enjoy the seasons,
  18. I feel connected with people, earth and spirit
  19. I’m not a quitter…EVER!
  20. I love learning
  21. I like my wrinkles
  22. I’m aware of my faults, but finally learned to be kind to myself
  23. I love to photograph my daughter
  24. I like my body, even the post pregnancy snuggle zones
  25. That I believe people can be & do anything
  26. I am strong
  27. I’m learning to laugh at myself
  28. I say it like it is
  29. But now I say it with love, most of the time
  30. I love NFL season - one two three hut!
  31. I am a goof
  32. That languages come easily to me
  33. I cry over stray animals
  34. And over commercials about family and children
  35. I am more intuitive these days, must be a mom thing
  36. I notice subtleties in behavior and I am learning not to take things personally
  37. I remember who gave us every gift when my daughter was born
  38. I enjoy wine, even though it doesn’t like me
  39. I am passionate
  40. I’m a supportive friend
  41. I sing with the windows open
  42. I have a green thumb
  43. I’m a possibility thinker
  44. I’m a regular purger of belongings. We pack light.
  45. I am following my own path, even if it makes others uncomfortable
  46. I enjoy yoga
  47. And coffee even though it conflicts with my meditation
  48. I can sit in another’s pain
  49. I love life and I love the journey
  50. and That I know how it feels to hate life too
  51. I like that this list will someday reach 500…

This was fun…and satisfying and the more things you think of, the more keep coming…I’m still thinking of things I like. Isn’t that the way it should be?!!

Now it’s your turn! Go and make your list of 50+. Bloggers, be sure to leave a link in the comments so we can visit you!

WIN IT: I am giving away a copy of “Out Of The Mouths Of Babes, Quips & Quotes From Wildly Witty Women” to a random winner. To enter, leave me a comment with 3 things you like about yourself….and then go and add 47 more on your list at home! Contest closes midnight PST June 20. Winner will be announced here on June 21st.

Congratulations to Kayce, comment #4.
You are the random winner. Thanks for sharing 3 things you like about yourself, I have contacted you by email.

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56 comments

1 To Think Is To Create { 06.13.08 at 1:43 pm }

“I can sit in other people’s pain”

Wow. So powerful. Thank you so much for sharing this list, it’s inspiring. I found myself wishing I had included some of these in my list! I too, just sat down and did it without much forethought. Fantastic. :)
To Think Is To Creates last blog post..Fifty Things I Like About Myself

2 Debra { 06.13.08 at 1:56 pm }

Wow. Fast. Good. And why couldn’t I think of some of those things for myself? I AM healthy!

Hoping this list spreads like wildfire (no. too destructive).. like flu (no. too inconvenient). Like LOVE.

Yeah, spread it like buttery love!

Debras last blog post..Fifty Things I Like About Myself

3 Jeanette { 06.13.08 at 2:37 pm }

Thanks for this powerful thought. Three things I love about me:

1. I know how to love.
2. I know how to help others with interior design to create homes for glorious living.
3. I am generous with my time and expertise.

Joy!

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5 Stephen Saunders { 06.15.08 at 10:01 pm }

I’m thoughtful. I’m intelligent. I’m articulate.

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6 Kayce { 06.15.08 at 10:47 pm }

I notice things.
I love to talk AND listen.
I keep my word.

7 Jeff { 06.15.08 at 11:26 pm }

I tell others that I appreciate the little things that they do.
I am a supportive friend.
I forgive myself for my mistakes.

8 sandy { 06.16.08 at 12:41 am }

am not a quitter
i forgive myself for my mistakes
i keep my word

9 Terra Heck { 06.16.08 at 2:05 am }

Wow, never thought to do a list like that until now.
1. I can keep a secret if asked to do so.
2. I am open-minded to other people’s beliefs and opinions and try not to be judgmental.
3. I am the best mother I can be to my six children.

10 Sharon Jones { 06.16.08 at 3:05 am }

1) That I am non judgemental to anyone
2) That I am wonderful mother to my amazing 2 teenage kids
3) That I am generous with my time to as many people as I can be.
THANK YOU for this wonderful contest!!!!

11 Amity JVetere { 06.16.08 at 4:17 am }

I have no expectations of anyone or anything, I am honest and take great joy in helping others( my sense of humor rocks too!)

12 Desmond { 06.16.08 at 7:26 am }

I’m articulate; I listen; I always get the question right during Final Jeopardy.

13 lori williams { 06.16.08 at 8:22 am }

I am witty.
I am intelligent.
I am creative.

14 Mya Brooks { 06.16.08 at 8:44 am }

I’m hilarious!
I love animals!
And, I love that I’m a Christian.

15 Anne { 06.16.08 at 8:49 am }

The three things I like about myself the most are:

I love people of all colours, religions, cultures

I embrace my flaws

I am kind

16 sarah { 06.16.08 at 9:44 am }

I have fantastic intuition, I’m an entrepreneur and I have great hair!

17 Susan { 06.16.08 at 11:24 am }

I’m kind
I’m nuturing
I’m creative

18 Brian N. { 06.16.08 at 11:59 am }

I vote peace
I eat my veggies
I ride my bike

19 Jennifer M { 06.16.08 at 12:38 pm }

That I’m quick. That I am very well read. That I am funny.

20 kristi blackstone { 06.16.08 at 1:10 pm }

I’m creative. I’m strong minded. I’m a good mom!

21 susan varney { 06.16.08 at 1:11 pm }

i’m a great mother a great lover and i listen

22 beth shepherd { 06.16.08 at 1:48 pm }

I am a great wife and mother. I am happy and very fortunate and I am fun to be with. Thank you for having this!

23 Noelia Gutierrez { 06.16.08 at 5:00 pm }

1. I’m a teacher
2. My smile
3. That I have fun with my kids

24 Lisa Johnson { 06.16.08 at 5:28 pm }

i’m a great mother, i’m a good listener,i’m a great cook

25 Tonya Keener { 06.16.08 at 6:08 pm }

my honesty
my trustworthyness
and determination

26 Aimee { 06.16.08 at 9:48 pm }

Thank you so much for this. In full honesty and disclosure, this is really a hard one for me. Even your list - I only read a bit of it. I saw such beauty in it, and bookmarked it to come back to look at it again, but have to take it in pieces as this is a tough topic for me for many reasons. I appreciate your doing it and what you shared. You touched my heart in a special way…challenged it to in a BIG way. Okay, onto my three…gulp :)

I am compassionate.
I am loving and faithful.
I try.

Thanks too for the chance at the contest — although again - you sure did give me a gift already…more than you know…in your post.

27 charline s { 06.17.08 at 10:47 am }

I’m a possibility thinker
I am compassionate
That I believe people can be & do anything

28 Jill Miller { 06.17.08 at 6:15 pm }

I like my sense of humor. I like how much I love animals. I like my eyes.

29 Jess V { 06.17.08 at 7:35 pm }

I am witty, I am educated therefore powerful, I am a caregiver.

30 Christine { 06.18.08 at 2:57 pm }

I’m smart, witty and optimistic.

31 Rachel Fox { 06.19.08 at 11:11 am }

I am honest.
I am trustworthy.
I love like there’s no tomorrow.

32 Molly Capel { 06.21.08 at 4:19 pm }

1. I like that I am trying to be the best mother I can to my kids.

2. That I am a “reader”. I think this helps encourage my kids to read also.

3. I am friendly with everyone.

33 Kelly { 06.21.08 at 7:27 pm }

1. I can eat what ever I want and stay slim.
2. I am full of ideas.
3. I laugh a lot.

34 Jessica { 06.23.08 at 11:10 am }

My curiosity about the world, my love of travel and new places, and my soft spot for the underdog

35 Carla Pullum { 06.28.08 at 9:41 am }

1. I am organized.
2. I am forgiving
3. I am in good health

36 Carol Drury { 07.01.08 at 6:59 am }

I look at the positive
I try to eat healthy
I look for the good in people

37 Heather Sebastian { 07.02.08 at 7:05 pm }

I am a fantastic mother.
I am a giver.
I am a jane of all trades.

38 jan koontz { 07.03.08 at 12:15 pm }

i am kind, i am good to my pets, i take care of my mother

39 Miranda Allen { 07.08.08 at 5:05 pm }

Personality
Attitude
eyes

40 Donna Hunt { 07.13.08 at 5:06 pm }

Three things I like about myself are:
1. I like the strength I discovered I had after my husband passed away.
2. I like the color of my eyes.
3. I like that I am able to help my son when he has a problem.

Thank you for the contest!

41 Louise Brouillette { 07.14.08 at 11:40 am }

I always believe in myself

42 Danielle { 07.14.08 at 6:55 pm }

I love my ability to overcome physical challenges

I love accepting myself for who I am

I Love my willingness to work though & find way that I can do things different instead of focusing on what I’m not able to do.

“Life is Puzzling Take it One Piece at a Time”

43 Jackson { 07.17.08 at 10:30 pm }

I always work hard no matter how much I hate my job.
I’m very passionate about the people/hobbies/music etc I like.
I am extremely organized and efficient with everyday tasks.

44 Kristyn Martin { 07.18.08 at 4:26 am }

I am funny, I love deeply, and I am a good Mother!!!! Thanks for reminding me that I need to focus on the positive things!! :-) Great giveaway!

45 hetal g { 07.18.08 at 4:57 pm }

I respect every one, I am great with people and I am enthusiastic.

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46 Heather { 07.18.08 at 10:48 pm }

I am honest
I am a great mother
I am thoughtful of others

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47 Hesper F { 07.19.08 at 5:57 am }

1. I am kind
2. I am giving
3. I have faith

48 Ed Nemmers { 07.19.08 at 2:02 pm }

Imaginative, Thankkful, Thoughtful

49 loki { 07.19.08 at 7:10 pm }

I am kind, considerate, and understanding.

50 Linda Prock { 07.19.08 at 8:45 pm }

I’m working hard to become healthy, I love my sense of humor, I love having lots of real friends.

51 Veronica Garrett { 07.20.08 at 7:51 am }

I love deeply and I have a wonderful sense of humor.

52 kathy pease { 07.20.08 at 2:40 pm }

im giving,i hate to hurt peoples feelings,im a good mom :)

53 Carolyn Ireland { 07.20.08 at 6:40 pm }

I am spiritual and passionate about life and dedicated to those I love (family, students, coworkers, friends).

54 Donna Kozar { 07.20.08 at 8:31 pm }

I am a good mom.
I don’t lie.
I am a good daughter.

55 MizFit { 07.27.08 at 3:44 pm }

wow.

love the post.

LOVE the comments!

56 GYONGYI { 08.06.08 at 6:57 am }

what i find amazing about the comments is how many of you women recognise yourselves as good mothers. this is really nice to see.

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