Loving yourself  is not an indication of arrogance,vanity, narcissism or self-importance. Actually it is just the opposite, loving yourself is an expression of respect, appreciation and gratitude for the magnificent, creative and glorious human being you are.

Think about this; Have you ever experienced a sense of awe, delight and wonder in the presence of a newborn or infant. They are a bundle of love bringing a smile to your face just by being in their
presence.They are filled with curiosity as they discover their fingers and toes and then the world around them. You were once like this whole in body-mind-spirit. Free of judgments about yourself.

Then as you began to grow up you learnt through your parents, teachers, friends,the
media, etc. how to view yourself.
If your parents were abusive, physically or
emotionally, you came to believe that there was something wrong with you. If the media portrayed beauty, intelligence and success in a particular way and you did not measure up to those limited standards you came to believe that you were not enough and your self esteem, diminished.
You were programmed to believe that you were unworthy of love, happiness and peace in your life. You were programmed to have low self esteem.

Low self esteem leaves you feeling victimized by the circumstances of your life and has you continuously judging and comparing yourself to others. ..When ur feeling stuck, depressed or unhappy,
 Ask yourself -What can i do right now that supports my greatness(Happiness and joy )

Psalm 139:14. It says YOU are fearfully and wonderfully made. Never rely on people for your happiness and self-worth. Only you can be responsible for that. If you can’t love and respect yourself, no one else will be able to make that happen.
Accept who you are  completely; the good and the bad  and make changes as you see fit not because you think someone else wants you to be different.

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